What used to be La Villa station now houses the Museo de los Ferrocarrileros (Railroad Museum). Although it is a small enclosure, it preserves the history of the railroad; you will even see some engines. Check the information and organize your visit.
It was inaugurated in 2006 in an emblematic space. According to the Cultural General Info System, La Villa station is the oldest preserved station (at least in the CDMX). Even during your tour, you can see what the place looked like when it was in operation. It is a place with a lot of history and secrets.
This is the railroad museum, Museo de los Ferrocarrileros
The main attraction of the site is its locomotives and engines. You will be able to see live and in full color how they were and you can even take photos with them. To the little ones will love it, especially if they like trains.
Inside the station, you will find documents, photographs, models, and spaces that will make you feel as if you have traveled back in time. The museum is focused on the history of the railroad and the railroaders; however, it has different activities throughout the year, including concerts, oral narrations, workshops, and even a book club.
The Museo de los Ferrocarrileros is located at Alberto Herrera S/N, corner Hidalgo, colonia Aragón La Villa, alcaldía Gustavo A. Madero. Open from Tuesday to Sunday from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Access is free!