Museo del Ferrocarril de Madrid

Railway history in its former station

The Museo del Ferrocarril de Madrid opened to the public in 1984 inside Delicias Station, inaugurated in 1880. The station's ironwork and expansive covered hall are part of the visit: historic railway vehicles and equipment sit within the kind of architecture built to make rail travel a defining feature of modern city life.

The museum's collection and permanent display trace the development of the railway and its role in Spain's economy and society. Temporary exhibitions, educational programs, and special events add new perspectives, while an archive and library serve visitors interested in the documents and research behind the history. Its calendar also connects the museum to the railways themselves through heritage train trips and seasonal services.