Museo Nazionale dei Trasporti and its collection

Museo Nazionale dei Trasporti
Source

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.

Read more…

FRMusée national des Transports de La Spezia
ITMuseo nazionale trasporti

Science & Technology Science & Technology Railway Industrial heritage

Museo Nazionale dei Trasporti
Via Fossitermi
19122 La Spezia

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

We don't have information about the facilities of Museo Nazionale dei Trasporti.

Location & Map

Via Fossitermi, La Spezia

Discover all museums in La Spezia

Exhibitions

No exhibitions in Museo Nazionale dei Trasporti have been found.

Museo Nazionale dei Trasporti Reviews

Museo Nazionale dei Trasporti has 1 rating.

  • 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.

    Read more…

  • Aggregated rating

    This rating is based on the rating of this museum on several other platforms.

Write a review

Your review helps other people learn about great and less great museums. If you've visited Museo Nazionale dei Trasporti, you can write your review below! Please pay attention to our content guidelines before you post your review.