National Capital Trolley Museum
About the Business
The National Capital Trolley Museum, located at 1313 Bonifant Road in Colesville, Maryland, is a fascinating institution that offers visitors the chance to ride into D.C.'s past on historic streetcars. Experience the transit systems that shaped communities in the District of Columbia, Maryland, and Virginia from 1862 to 1962.
At the museum's Visitor Center, guests can enjoy exhibits and presentations before boarding one of the living collection of historic streetcars for a ride through Northwest Branch Park. The museum is open every Saturday from 12 noon to 5pm, with the last trolley ride leaving at 4:30pm.
General admission is $12, with discounts available for seniors and children ages 2-17. Members of the museum can visit for free, and online ticket reservations are strongly recommended. Walk-in guests are also welcome.
Sign up to receive emails about upcoming events and museum news, including restoration updates and streetcar history. For more information, contact the museum at (301) 384-6352. Don't miss the opportunity to explore the rich history of transit in the D.C. area at the National Capital Trolley Museum.
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1313 Bonifant Rd, Colesville, MD 20905, United States
Reviews
"My 6 year old adored this museum. The fascination for trains, tracks, and locomotives in general is well quenched here at the museum. The street car ride, just makes the entire experience multiply. To add to this, having Mr & Mrs Claus just made it more memorable for the kids. Tips: 1. Parking is free on site 2. Book well in advance as it gets sold out 3. Plan for 45-60 mins visit here"
"Great place for a not too long visit. The trolley ride is definitely the highlight. There are several trolley cars on display. A recreation of a trolley track that kids can start the car sized trolley and power on lights in the "town.""
"Not a great visit. It seems very well funded and well staffed although only open 1 day a week. I arrived around 3:30, to find out I had to wait until a 4pm tour(30 mins) followed by a trolley ride. The museum is small and you basically explore all of the exhibits besides the trolley barn prior to the tour... that being said, my tour was a disaster. The young gentleman "conducting" the tour needs significantly more training before he should be allowed to lead tours. He was combative when people asked questions, a couple abandoned our tour and emerged later with an older gentleman who was our trolley driver and thankfully he took over the tour. Perhaps spending an hour here for 1 trolley ride is supposed to remind you what it used to be like... I just felt as a guest, you are an afterthought to a trolley collection and a bunch of people playing dress up. I wouldn't recommend my experience to anyone."
"Probably one of the most underrated museums I’ve ever been too. Everyone here was very knowledgeable and kind. Plus we lucked out on being able to ride two different trolleys (truly by chance-thank you!) enjoyed every moment."
"We took my nephew here because he loves trolley cars.. it was such an amazing trip. The conductor was awesome and so knowledgeable.. we took a trolley ride..definitely a must do for the family... it's a lot to see and do..I truly recommend this trip."
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