14 Beautiful & Old Train Stations to See in the World

You can engage in various activities at the top of the mountain, including hiking and dining experiences, but don't underestimate the ticket cost. This one doesn't come cheap, but the unique opportunity is worth it. 

Visit the Sphinx observation hall and terrace, stock up on swiss chocolate, and take any little ones to the snow park.

Many places are within easy walking distance from the station, so you can plan to spend the entire day here. If you're wary of crowds, though, keep in mind that this is a major tourist attraction. 

We traveled all over Honshu (the main island) by bullet train from mega city Tokyo to ancient Kyoto, Neon food heaven Osaka to the coastal town of Kamakura, via bamboo forests, snowy mountains, beautiful temples, and heartbreaking history.

– Emma and David, Winter Japan by Train.

To make the most of your trip, be sure to visit the main tourist attraction cities along this railway.

Los Mochis, located in the province of Sinaloa, is the first stop of the famous El Chepe train that travels 650km, passing through 37 bridges and 86 tunnels, before reaching Chihuahua. The main tourist attraction cities are Creel and Divisadero. The railway line enables tourists to witness majestic views of the mountains it passes. It crosses the Copper Canyon, called Barranca del Cobre by Mexicans, which is four times larger than the Grand Canyon in the USA! Imagine!

– Petar, Baja California Sur and the El Chepe train.

The rich history of this destination makes it a worthy place to spend your time. To make the most of it, be sure to visit the museums.

If you like museums, make sure to also check out the National Museum of Colombo, as well as the Colombo Dutch Museum.

– Hannah, Sri Lanka Adventure.

Strasbourg is a center of culture, with several exciting destinations to visit. Recommended stops are the Strasbourg cathedral and the St. Paul Cathedral for incredible history and architecture wonder. This historical city is a gorgeous place to explore.

New York City is a beacon of entertainment. Be sure to stop and see a Broadway show (if time allows) or find some live music.

As the largest railway station in Turkey, there's plenty to explore around the area, especially for newcomers drawn to this popular tourist destination. The Blue Mosque, for example, is one of the most beautiful buildings in the world.

The mosque is free to enter for both Muslims and non-Muslims, however, during the prayer times, non-Muslims cannot enter the mosque. Also, women are required to cover their heads with a scarf and wear clothes that cover their shoulders and knees. Men are required to wear full-length trousers/pants. For the best sunset, many friends suggested that Ortokoy is the best place to witness a sunset in Istanbul, and that's exactly what I did! I hopped on a bus, directly from Taksim to Ortokoy. I went straight to Ortokoy Mosque, which is a beautiful mosque built right across the river. It has a vibrant seafront area with seatings and many chic cafes and restaurants. I watched the sunset sitting right in front of the mosque and then spent the rest of the evening relaxing at a super cute cafe! 

– Rahma Khan, A First-timer's Guide To Turkey.

Be sure to visit the many restaurants and festivals that are available regularly.

The variety of restaurants with all kinds of options, festivals and events are one of the great attractions of the city. It is easy to find the activities of each week and enjoy many things and also for free.

– Jules, Melbourne! My favorite city in the world.

France is a stunning country to visit by train. Marseille has many beautiful attractions during the day, as well as bustling nightlife.

You can visit Notre-Dame de la Garde (best during sunset), Vieux Port (the old port), the Mucem, Fort Saint-Jean, Palais Longchamp, or if you want to get out of the city center, you can take a bus to the Calanques. It is stunning!

– Paolo, France - between mountains and at the sea.

You can find some great hiking trails around the Belgium area, along with some incredible camping sites. This is a unique way to experience this beautiful place off the beaten path.

Visiting some iconic London landmarks is a great way to spend your trip. Don't miss Big Ben, Tower Bridge, St. Paul's Cathedral, Buckingham Palace, the British Museum, the London Eye, and more. Just beware of the weather. It was a little bit cold and rainy, but we had an amazing time there. – Juanita, England Trip.

Visit the stunning waterfront areas or immerse yourself in the local culture through the Dunedin Public Art Gallery or botanical garden.

Be sure to immerse yourself in as much of the local community as possible to get the most out of your experience.

The town is quite small but offers beautiful things to see. First we got lost in the town's streets. We enjoyed the many paintings decorating the houses and representing templars' life. Then we went to the town's main square, Piazza di San Martino, that is the heart of the local community.  We really liked the medieval atmosphere and buildings and spent quite some time walking around.

– Mara and Andre, Discovering picturesque towns in Liguria, Italy.

Visit Marsala in Sicily, which is near this station, for a wonderful time eating seafood, drinking liquor, and enjoying this small but beautiful town.