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    Illawarra Light Railway Museum

    Experience steam train rides at the historical Illawarra Light Railway Museum - an educational, FUN and interactive day out all ages!

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    Description

    Illawarra Light Railway Museum in Albion Park is a great place for young and old who LOVES trains!

    Visitors of all ages can enjoy rides on restored light rail vehicles and learn about the evolution and history of railways in Illawarra.

    Ride the steam trains and miniature rail trains whilst getting a fascinating glimpse into the history of our rail transport. The tours are lively and full of history, you’ll get up close and personal with all the trains. The museum features a collection of trams, locomotives, and carriages + you and the kids will LOVE riding the miniature trains. Book online!

    With a cafe and BBQ picnic areas to enjoy, make a day of it! Wheelchairs are welcome and can be accommodated on some of the train rides, so it’s an accessible venue.


    Opening Hours, Special Events and School Holidays:

    • The Museum is opened to the public for Steam Train Rides on the Second Sunday of Each Month from 10am - 2pm.
    • Click here for upcoming School Holiday train rides and other special days.

    Entry fees

    Entry to the museum grounds and miniature train rides:

    • Adult $20
    • Child/Concession $15
    • Family $70
    • Book online here. You can also pay on arrival.

    PLUS! Book your Kids Birthday party or next private or corporate event at the Illawarra Light Railway!

    Children’s Birthday Parties, other Parties and Events: Up to fifty visitors with a minimum of two hours. Groups of more than fifty may be accommodated by special arrangement and price negotiation. Book online or call and enquire on [email protected] or 0492 267 581. You can also learn more about their venue hire (+ venue hire with train rides) here.

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    • Easter
    • Father's Day

    Details

    • 0492 267 581
    • [email protected]
    • Illawarra Light Railway Museum 48a Tongarra Road Albion Park Rail New South Wales 2527
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    • Illawarra Light Railway Museum 48a Tongarra Road Albion Park Rail New South Wales 2527, Australia

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