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Museo Nazionale dei Trasporti and its collection

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The Museo Nazionale dei Trasporti, located in La Spezia, was established in 1986 with the aim of collecting and preserving historical means of transport, tools, and related documentation. The museum also has a branch at the new Taggia station, providing visitors with two locations to explore the rich history of transportation in Italy.

Collection of the Museo Nazionale dei Trasporti

The Museo Nazionale dei Trasporti houses a wide collection of various railway materials, including steam and electric locomotives, carriages, railway wagons, and control systems. Visitors can see the outdoor electric locomotive E.626.089 from 1936, and the indoor steam locomotives 743.301 from 1951, 940.050 from 1922, and 835.053 from 1908, all of which have been perfectly restored.

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FRMusée national des Transports de La Spezia
ITMuseo nazionale trasporti

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#77 Science & Technology in Italy #24 Industrial & heritage museums in Italy #6 Railway museums in Italy #136 Railway museums in Europe

#77 Science & Technology in Italy #24 Industrial & heritage museums in Italy #6 Railway museums in Italy #136 Railway museums in Europe
Museo Nazionale dei Trasporti
Via Fossitermi
19122 La Spezia

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Visitor information Museo Nazionale dei Trasporti

Opening hours

Monday Closed
Tuesday Closed
Wednesday Closed
Thursday Closed
Friday Closed
Saturday
9:30 – 12:30
14:00 – 17:00
Sunday Closed

Admission

Children€4.00
Normal rate€5.00

Groups (over 20 people) and schools: 3 EUR per person

Facilities

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Location & Map

Via Fossitermi, La Spezia

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Exhibitions

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Museo Nazionale dei Trasporti Reviews

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  • Apollo's Insights AI-Generated

    The Museo Nazionale dei Trasporti (National Transport Museum) in La Spezia, Italy, offers a comprehensive look at the evolution of transportation. Visitors can explore a wide range of exhibits featuring trains, trams, buses, and other vehicles that have shaped Italy's transport history. The museum houses an impressive collection of restored locomotives and carriages, which are particularly popular among train enthusiasts. Many visitors appreciate the hands-on experiences, such as the opportunity to climb aboard some of the vintage vehicles.

    While the museum provides an informative journey through transportation history, some visitors note that the information provided could be more detailed, especially for non-Italian speakers. The layout of the museum is generally praised for its logical flow, allowing guests to easily follow the chronological development of various modes of transport.

    The museum's location in the port city of La Spezia adds to its charm, as it ties in well with the area's naval and maritime heritage. However, a few visitors mention that the museum's size is relatively modest compared to some larger transport museums in other cities.

    Overall, the Museo Nazionale dei Trasporti offers an engaging experience for those interested in transportation history, particularly railway enthusiasts. It provides a good overview of Italy's transport development, though some exhibits may benefit from more in-depth explanations or multilingual information.

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