Visiting The National Railway Museum - Port Adelaide, South Australia

In this captivating video, our journey takes us to the vibrant city of Adelaide, located in the picturesque region of South Australia. Our destination? The National Railway Museum, a treasure trove of history and a testament to the enduring legacy of the South Australian railways. Within the hallowed halls of this remarkable institution, we will embark on a captivating odyssey through time, as we encounter an awe-inspiring collection of locomotives and rolling stock that tell the compelling story of South Australia's railway heritage.
As we step into this museum, we are greeted by the resounding echoes of locomotives that once roared across the South Australian landscape. These magnificent machines, now preserved with loving care, are emblematic of the tremendous progress and innovation that railways brought to the region.
The museum's exhibits are a kaleidoscope of eras and styles, spanning the entire history of South Australian railways. From the earliest steam engines that chugged laboriously through rugged terrain to the sleek and powerful locomotives that later revolutionized transportation, the diversity on display here is nothing short of astounding. Each locomotive and piece of rolling stock is a testament to the ingenuity and craftsmanship that defined the South Australian railway industry.
This visit promises to be a captivating journey through time, as we delve into the stories behind these colossal machines. We'll learn about the challenges faced by early rail pioneers, the impact of railways on industry and commerce, and the role these marvels of engineering played in shaping the social and economic landscape of South Australia.
So join us on this immersive exploration of the National Railway Museum in Adelaide, South Australia, where the past comes alive through the iron giants that once thundered along its tracks. This is a place where history is not just preserved but celebrated, offering visitors a unique opportunity to connect with the rich heritage of rail travel in this remarkable region.
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[@nationalrailwaymuseumporta3502]

Thank you for your great video about our museum!

[@patriciacarter1007]

Thx for showing Australia’s & especially South Australian train heritage. Me & my 2 eldest adult children took my youngest son (their little brother) for a late 12th birthday present in late April this year 2024, Domenic loved it! Now he wants to see the aviation museum, so does my eldest son.

[@WillJamesRailways]

Thank you very much! I’m glad you enjoyed your visit!

[@andrewmcculloch6955]

I visited the Museum many time while I was in the Defence force was a great day out. Hopefully will visit the Museum again yet again great info and video again will

[@dans_stuff]

Always a good wander around. A great spot to explore in Port Adelaide, with the Maritime Museum and Aviation Museum all in very close proximity, it can make a beaut day of strolling around some well preserved history all round. Plenty of beautiful old architecture around the streets of Port Adelaide as well.

[@norsehall309]

G'day Will, never new it was there in Adelaide, next trip too SA it's a must as l am a railway nut, SA has some wonderful different trains not found anywhere else in Australia, thanks for the Video, cheers mate, Neil 🤠.

[@FPVXTC]

Thanks for a fantastic video showing one of the great railway spots in SA. If you get time maybe visit Old Tailem Town, the Milang Railway Museum & the Pichi Richi Railway. Also visit our 3 remaining model railway stores - Ozrail, Junction Models & Orient Express as well as our newest manufacturer Kandu Workshop!

[@billparas5114]

Fantastic, another added to my "to visit" list. Thank you Will. Great seeing you at the North East 150yr celebrations last weekend 👍👍n

[@user-iq3qb6so3f]

as a south australian i have bean her so many times i have lost count id definetly recomend it for any one that has not bean ther yeat and if you ar looking at going any point soon they ar biulding an new railway station at the museum weher train on the port addelaide line will terminate at some times

[@donaldmoreland6408]

I worked as a porter for SAR at Port Adelaide in 1970 where the police station is now.

[@WillJamesRailways]

Excellent!

[@michaelimpey1407]

Will, a great museum report. Looks like a very intersting location to visit. I will have to try and plan a trip. Thank you for sharing. Cheers, and keep safe, Michael

[@kenfowler1980]

Thx mate another great video! It’s a fantastic museum, I’ve been there many times & each time I find something new or I hadn’t notice. Cheers Will

[@Victorian_steam]

What a place! Another added to the list of places to visit !

[@WillJamesRailways]

You’ll love it mate!

[@pioneeradam2012]

I'm sure there are some that don't know about this museum, so thanks for bringing it to peoples attention. There is so much there.

[@WillJamesRailways]

Thanks for watching!

[@NicholassTrainChannel]

Nice video Will. I went many years ago and it was a fantastic day out. I would love to go back again and see if anything has changed since I was last there. This video brought back memories for me. Cheers. - Nicholas.

[@FogartyAvenue]

I have been here with Bab and it was absolutely incredible.

[@MySteamChannel]

Very good. Cheers from Adelaide.

[@michaelhall8586]

Thanks will! I’m thinking of doing a trip to South Australia soon. I might check this out!

[@tangiers365]

i went on the red hoon on the loop line they had, i think it stopped this year because of the port dock train upgrade is going to use that platform. sad we wont be able to get red hens there anymore

[@JimHardy007]

gday will, heard from steam ranger that we might be restoring a 900 class so you might see one running and operational soon down in goolwa etc! cant wait.

[@WillJamesRailways]

Kind of, there’s two out at Tailem Bend, which I got to go have a look at, they where the former ones from steamranger, but they where too heavy for the track. One is now being converted to standard gauge and will hopefully be restored soon and running on the mainline

[@JordysRailVideos]

Ripper vid Will, short enough to watch between Mentone and Parkdale stations by bus

[@Sim0nTrains]

Nice collection they got.

[@WillJamesRailways]

I think so too!

[@theoddonestrains24]

Very nice video

[@daviobryker]

Ever come back should visit Semaphore railway museum runs but owned by the local council. Also ever in town will meet ya love your videos mate and you might see me at the museum too one of the volunteers there as well as Pichi Richi

[@WillJamesRailways]

Not doubt I’ll be back! And those are a couple of railways on my list especially Pichi Richi!

[@daviobryker]

@WillJamesRailways sweet should visit the miniature trains around as well like SASMEE Park, Morphett Vale and railway park (prospect). If your here warmer months semaphore is running at the beach worth a ride

[@roberthocking9138]

Great video Will

[@WillJamesRailways]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@LearnwithJanice]

🇺🇸 hello from Kansas

[@WillJamesRailways]

Thank you so much!

[@garryferrington811]

Interesting pronunciation - "locomotiev." Never heard that before. Nice to know about this museum. It certainly needs work, but it's quite spectacular. I wish I was young enough to go and see it.

[@WillJamesRailways]

I’m not sure where I’ve made this mistake. But I offer nothing but apologies for this. I’ll try harder in the future, and going forward to make sure my pronunciation is better. I am once again sorry

[@aussierailfan3927]

Hey will love the video. I went here a couple weeks ago, they had all the locomotives you could see, and btw what was your favourite locomotive you saw while you were there😊

[@WillJamesRailways]

Thanks! Ah the 900 is an absolute favourite or the 520!

[@Rheilffordd]

I’m just here waiting for the comments from those who’ll write “tHeY sHoUldn’T bE NATIONAL!!!1111” 🍿 Great video! Here’s hoping NRM promote it when you eventually release it.

[@vsvnrg3263]

here is another state rail museum that provides better weather protection for its rail heritage than melbourne. far better weather protection.

[@frostedbutts4340]

Newport is working on getting it all undercover but yeah the state should have coughed up years ago.

[@nikosps1554]

Yoooooo thats such a good video!!

[@tomthumb6824]

Go you Mo' Nikos. Yeah good video