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Virginia Museum of Transportation - Roanoke
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Real trains. Big ones. Outside the building, just sitting there, and your kids can climb on some of them. The museum has the largest collection of diesel and steam locomotives in Virginia, plus vintage cars and a rocket. Roanoke is right on I-81 and this museum is the perfect 'we need to get out of the car for an hour' stop. Cheap, interesting, and the train-obsessed kid in your family will think you planned this entire road trip around it.
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Common questions about Virginia Museum of Transportation - Roanoke
Where is Virginia Museum of Transportation - Roanoke?
Virginia Museum of Transportation - Roanoke is at 303 Norfolk Ave SW, Roanoke, VA 24016, Virginia. It sits along I-81, which makes it a natural stop on a Florida-bound family road trip.
What are the hours at Virginia Museum of Transportation - Roanoke?
Typical hours: 10am–5pm. Hours can shift seasonally and on holidays — always confirm on the official site before you plan your visit.
What's Virginia Museum of Transportation - Roanoke like to visit on a family road trip?
Real trains. Big ones. Outside the building, just sitting there, and your kids can climb on some of them. The museum has the largest collection of diesel and steam locomotives in Virginia, plus vintage cars and a rocket. Roanoke is right on I-81 and this museum is the perfect 'we need to get out of the car for an hour' stop. Cheap, interesting, and the train-obsessed kid in your family will think you planned this entire road trip around it.
Is Virginia Museum of Transportation - Roanoke family-friendly?
Yes — Virginia Museum of Transportation - Roanoke earns a 4/5 family-friendly rating in our database.
How long should families plan to stay at Virginia Museum of Transportation - Roanoke?
Most families spend an hour or two at Virginia Museum of Transportation - Roanoke, depending on kid stamina and weather.