Visit this ancient gateway and witness the pageantry and barbaric history that has unfolded within these walls. Guided tour for groups can be booked. Open Feb to Oct 7 days a week 9am-5pm. Gardens generally 8am-dusk. Hospitium not open to the public except for exhibitions.
Flat paths round most of the gardens and ramps up to museum.
The National Railway Museum in York houses the world's pre-eminent railway collection tracing the evolution of the railway from the origins of the steam locomotive to the railway renaissance of the late 20th century epitomised by the Channel Tunnel. Our collections range from the most powerful of steam locomotives to Victorian railway timetables, from contemporary models to a prolific archive of photographs. For information about upcoming attractions check our 24 hour-information line on 01904 686286. The building has a strong Richard III connection, as Richard himself added its top storey in 1484, allegedly supervising its construction and paying for it out of his own money. Adults 60p, children 30p.