Hamasen Museum of Taiwan Railway — Attraction in Kaohsiung

My 3 year old wanted to come back here for a second day (we did). You buy a ticket for the mini train only, a ticket for the exhibition only, or a combo meal ticket that includes both. In the exhibition area, there is a massive diaroma with about a dozen model trains making the rounds which kept my son occupied for the better part of an hour. There is also a place inside there where the kids can dress up like conductors and, with a parent, can ride a pedal powered train car through a couple of switches.

The mini train was great, as well, and the ride lasts 7 minutes. If you go on it a second time, you are able to request the front seat and also receive a discount.

Staff were amazing... all were super friendly and most can speak English.

It was my son's highlight of our trip, but be advised that he's a bit of a train fan.

Last tip: There is the "green line" light rail station about a 10 minute walk away. Riding that train costs $10 NWT and the first several stations follow the waterline and are kinda scenic. If you don't feel like paying $150 for you and $99 for the kid to ride the mini train,...

Beautiful museum in the heart of port city Kaohsiung, capturing the historical evolution of railway in the city and Taiwan. The museum has many cool stuff, one of them being current railway system of whole Taiwan build in a miniature model. One third floor there’s hallway showing the timeline how railway played a vital role in modernization of the city, as well as iconic events in Taiwan’s history. Finally there’s a miniature train ride outside that goes around the outdoor area. Surprisingly it’s a long ride, lasting more than 5 minutes.

We had a great time at the museum, very fun place for kids. Easily takes couple of hours if you explore the...

Must visit place for train lovers with 150 NTD of entrance fee.

The museum featured Taiwan's train history and story about Hamasen reclaimation area of Kaohsiung (Takao) during Japanese era.

Miniature of train model and train stations across Taiwan displayed in the main hall.

Upstair exhibition featured story from variety of trains and locomotives in Taiwan's history.

It's good to combine the visit of this place with exploring around the neighbour area which include old train factory and Takao station museum at another side...