Overview

Step back in time to the era of steam engines and pioneering spirit with the Union Pacific Railroad Museum's History Express tour. Discover historic locomotives, artifacts, and stories that shaped America’s expansion.

Council Bluffs, Iowa

Group Tour: History Express

$15 per person | 1 hour | Book Your Private Tour Today

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Date

Tue, Oct 7

Travelers

2

Adventure Photos

About This Adventure

All Aboard!

Rates & Duration

$15 per person

1 hour
Available Wednesdays-Saturdays Minimum 10 people Maximum 30 people
We will do our best to accommodate larger groups. If you would like to bring a bigger group to the museum, please email zachary.rady@upcontractor.up.com

About this Tour

Your guide to 150 plus years of railroad history. See both floors of the museum and follow the Union Pacific Railroad from its founding in 1862, through building the transcontinental railroad, the golden age of passenger travel, all the way to the railroad today.

Adventure Tips

Arrive early for best exhibits

Visit during morning hours to avoid crowds and enjoy the full display of vintage trains and artifacts.

Bring headphones for audio guides

Use the audio guides to enrich your understanding of each exhibit and the history behind it.

Check exhibit schedules

Look up current exhibit and event schedules to maximize your visit and catch special presentations.

Wear comfortable shoes

Expect to walk among various exhibits and walkways; comfortable footwear will enhance your experience.

Local Insights

Wildlife

American robin
Eastern cottontail rabbit

History

Established in 1970, the museum has preserved key artifacts from the golden age of rail travel, featuring a collection that illustrates the technological and cultural advancements of the era.

Conservation

The museum actively promotes preservation of historic locomotives and educates visitors on sustainable practices in railway conservation.