Discover the best transportation museums in the Netherlands, from trains to airplanes

Visit the Aviodrome, a flight museum in Lelystad, and step into the world of air travel. See historic aircraft up close from a glider to a passenger jet and explore real cockpits and cabin interiors. You can climb aboard some planes, try interactive simulators, and watch short films about aviation milestones. It is a friendly place for all ages, with clear explanations and hands on displays. There is a small cafe and a shop with aviation gifts, and guides share stories in plain language.

At the Spoorwegmuseum, you step into the world of trains and travel. Discover historic locomotives, walk through old train compartments and learn how railways changed the world. Try the exciting rides, explore the themed rooms and see how signal boxes work. This museum offers a mix of history and fun. Whether you love machines or stories from the past, there is something special for everyone. Come and experience the world of railways up close.

Discover the world of sea travel at the National Maritime Museum. Here you can explore a life-size replica of the historic ship Amsterdam, step inside real sailor cabins and learn how the sea has shaped our culture. Interactive exhibits let you try navigation tools and dive into stories of brave voyages and maritime trade. Whether you're curious about old maps or life at sea, this museum offers a hands-on journey through history for all ages.

Visit the Louwman Museum in The Hague and step into a world of iconic cars and design. You will see historic vehicles from the early days of motoring up to modern classics. Stand close to a gleaming 1950s roadster, admire a race car on loan from a private collection, and explore immersive displays that tell the stories behind the cars. Enjoy a café break and a view from the museum tower over the city. The spaces are easy to navigate for visitors of all ages, and friendly staff help with tips at the entrance.

Visit the Haags Openbaar Vervoer Museum in The Hague to step into Dutch transit history. See restored trams and buses, a 1920s tram car, original tickets and route maps. You can try a small driving simulator, listen to drivers' stories, and view model displays that show how routes were planned. Friendly staff offer short tours and hands on exhibits that explain how public transport shaped daily life for locals. Plan a visit to see a horse tram from the 19th century and a compact control room, with friendly volunteers.

Visit the Rotterdam Public Transport Museum and discover how urban travel shaped the city. You will see historic trams and buses, a restored driver's cabin, and old timetables from decades past. Explore interactive displays, inspect model networks, and hear stories from drivers and conductors who kept the system moving. The space is friendly and easy to navigate, with clear signs for visitors of all ages. Enjoy a calm, informative stroll through transport history. Bring your curiosity and take your time.

Visit the National Bus Museum in Hoogezand and discover the story of public transport. You can see vintage buses from the 1950s to the 1990s, authentic interiors, and preserved uniforms. Explore old timetables, maps, and a working engine display. Enjoy a guided tour, try a driver’s seat in a replica bus, and hear real engine sounds. The exhibits invite you to touch, compare, and imagine. Come with family or friends and enjoy short videos, a small shop, and a cozy cafe.

Welcome to the Fries Scheepvaart Museum in Sneek, where maritime history comes alive. Explore a real ship deck, study old charts and navigation tools, and read sailor stories. See model ships, a historic cargo wagon, and a ship engine up close. Friendly guides offer clear, hands on tours for families, with explanations that are easy to follow. Learn how rivers and seas shaped life in the region today. The museum also hosts exhibits and a small cafe. A hands on corner lets families tie knots, sketch ship plans, and learn about sea weather.

Welcome to the Maritime Museum Rotterdam. You enter a place where water and history meet. See real ships and smaller ship models that tell stories of trade, travel and sea life. Try hands on displays with old navigation tools, ship bells and ropes. A large harbor model shows ships moving in and out of the port. You hear sailors' stories and discover how ships shaped everyday life in the city. There is a cafe with water views and quiet spots to rest. The museum aims to tell the past with care and clarity. Bring your curiosity.

Automuseum Schagen in Noord-Holland welcomes you to a friendly place about Dutch mobility history. You will see a gleaming 1950s car, a vintage motorcycle, old road signs, and a petrol pump display. The rooms are bright and easy to read, with simple explanations you can follow. You can touch interactive replicas, listen to audio clips, and take photos. Friendly guides are ready to help, and a small cafe offers drinks and snacks. The museum is easy to reach, with ramps and seating for visitors who need a rest.

Visit the DAF Museum in Eindhoven and discover the long history of a proud truck maker. You see classic models, a restored cab, and the workshop where design and tradition meet. Enjoy interactive displays, film clips, and hands on activities. Learn about engines, dashboards, and the bold branding that shaped transport. A warm stop for families, fans, and curious minds alike. See a brief timeline of milestones, hear driver stories, and learn how DAF shaped road travel. A shop offers gifts and model trucks, and a cafe invites you to rest.

Visit the Luchtvaart- en Oorlogsmuseum Texel in De Cocksdorp and step into history. You see authentic aircraft parts, a World War II cockpit and uniforms, plus photos and maps that show how the island was used. You can hear audio stories, read a survivor’s letter, and try hands on displays. There is a model of the island, a small airfield, and artefacts from both sides. The guides speak clearly and with care, inviting you to learn and reflect. The space is calm, welcoming and accessible for families, students and seniors.

At the National Military Museum, you explore the history of the Dutch armed forces in a clear and engaging way. Walk past real tanks, helicopters and fighter jets. Learn about the daily lives of soldiers and experience how the military has helped shape the Netherlands. Try interactive displays and discover stories from both past and present. The museum offers something for all ages, making it a powerful and respectful way to understand Dutch military history.

Welcome to the Industrial Narrow Gauge Museum in Erica. You will see historic steam and diesel engines, a working model railway, and sheds with tools and signs. Meet a preserved freight locomotive and a compact diesel shunter, and visit the old signal cabin. Walk the restored tracks, enjoy a short handcar ride, and hear guides share the local rail story in plain language for everyone. All ages welcome; our friendly volunteers guide in plain English and Dutch. We can help with accessibility needs.

Step into the Museum Buurtspoorweg, a friendly heritage railway for everyone. You can see a steam locomotive, vintage carriages, and a tidy depot with old tools. You can ride a short line, hear a whistle, and learn how tickets were bought in the past. Explore a village street set inside the station, look at maps and photos, and join a family workshop. The site welcomes visitors of all ages, with signs, guides, and short tours that fit a busy day.

Step aboard at the tram depot in Hoorn and experience a historic slice of Dutch transport. You will see restored steam locomotives and vintage trams, enjoy hands-on exhibits, and hear stories from volunteers in period outfits. Take a short scenic ride along the waterfront, peek into the workshop, and explore kid-friendly models. A cafe and shop complete a warm, memorable visit. There are friendly guides and short films about steam life for curious minds.

Welcome to a friendly heritage railway in Goes, where you step back in time with steam and story. You can watch a steam locomotive puff to life, inspect restored carriages, and try hands‑on exhibits about railway life. On special days you ride short trips, hear signals, and meet volunteers who keep the history alive. It is a gentle, welcoming place for families, students, and curious visitors alike. Friendly staff share short tales and you can grab a bite at the small cafe. Classroom visits are offered for schools.