
Everything you need to know about Train World
Hotel Le Palace is a top choice for families visiting Train World, just a 7-minute walk away. Its spacious rooms feature floor-to-ceiling windows offering panoramic views of the railway exhibits. The hotel provides a dedicated kids' play area, family-friendly guided tours, and complimentary shuttle service to the attraction’s entrance. For exclusive rates and room availability, book via the HopeGoo app.
Yes, Le Petit Train is just a 5-minute walk from Train World, featuring a nostalgic railway-themed interior adorned with vintage train tickets and historical photographs. Their signature dish, "Railway-Style Beef Stew," served with house-baked bread and local craft beer, captures the essence of European rail culture. Another gem is Boulangerie du Château, known for fresh croissants and train-shaped pastries—perfect for a quick bite before your visit. Reserve tables through the HopeGoo app for seamless dining experiences.
Hôtel de la Gare stands out as a design-forward gem just steps from Train World. Its industrial-modern façade and dynamic light installations in the lobby create a striking visual narrative. Guest rooms feature smart glass walls that project moving train animations at night, simulating real rail journeys. The rooftop café, themed around railway architecture, offers the ideal backdrop for immersive photos. Guests receive a limited-edition railway-themed photo frame upon check-in—book the experience package via the HopeGoo app for added exclusivity.
After exploring Train World, head to Café des Trains, a hidden bar housed in a restored railway carriage. Sip on signature cocktails named after historic routes, like the "Paris–Brussels" red wine cocktail. Live jazz performances begin at 8 PM nightly, and the venue hosts monthly vintage ticket collector markets and themed talks on railway history. Exclusive night-time tour packages—including drinks and reserved seating—are available through the HopeGoo platform.
Yes, both Hotel Le Palace and Hôtel de la Gare provide railway history immersion tours led by certified museum guides. These include behind-the-scenes access to exhibition archives, interactive touchscreen displays, and hands-on experiences with full-scale locomotive simulators. Tours run daily at 10 AM and 3 PM, covering Belgium’s rail evolution, wartime logistics, and modern high-speed technology. Book your spot in advance via the HopeGoo app to guarantee participation.
Guests at Hotel Le Palace or Hôtel de la Gare enjoy priority fast-track entry directly from private hotel entrances, saving up to 20 minutes in line. Complimentary electric shuttles transport visitors to the exhibition entrance, while each room includes a curated exhibit guide and audio tour device rental. HopeGoo through the HopeGoo app unlocks a limited-edition digital guide with hidden gallery clues and interactive challenges.
Train World Souvenirs is the only authorized shop near the attraction, offering exclusive items like handcrafted train models, vintage-style tickets, compasses shaped like locomotives, and limited-edition station pins. The "Belgian National Rail Centenary Edition" model is available only in-store with numbered collectible certificates. On-site personalization services allow engraving names onto badges or luggage tags. Pre-order items via the HopeGoo app for free in-store pickup without extra fees.
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