Bratislava East Railway Museum

Why visit

The museum occupies the former steam locomotive depot of the Bratislava East marshalling yard, built in the late 19th century and in service until the end of the steam era. The complex is a protected heritage site and one of the most complete surviving steam depots in Central Europe.

The Railway Museum of the Slovak Republic shows its vehicles where engines were once serviced, on the original tracks around the turntable.

What to see

• Rolling stock: steam locomotives, motor railcars, a steam crane, track maintenance machines and historic passenger and freight wagons
• Water towers: two listed towers dominate the site; the lower one has an exhibition on railway water supply
• Workshop exhibition: tools and equipment once used to maintain and repair railway vehicles
• Steam days: special event days through the season bring historic train rides and gatherings of vintage vehicles

Plan your visit

During the season only the outdoor exhibition is open. Indoor exhibitions and guided tours must be booked at least three days ahead.

The museum is on the city’s edge between Rača and Vajnory; from the nearest bus stop it is about a 10-minute walk along a road through allotments. Allow one to two hours.