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    Strasburg Rail Road

    4.2 (306 reviews)

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    Inside one of the train cars
    Cheryl M.

    We went to visit the railroad in the fall and took a short train ride out through the Amish countryside. I really enjoyed riding on the train. The station itself is really cute and was decorated for the fall. I bet Christmas is really nice. There is a good sized gift shop if you want to get some souvenirs. The staff were all really friendly. You could tell they enjoy working there. I thought it was a little pricey for such a short ride but overall a good experience.

    A lovely train.
    Dani J.

    I am a sucker for any place with a live show so ai loved the silly escapades before we boarded our wine and cheese train. The ride itself was only about an hour long but it was great. The wine and cheese was nothing to write home about but the experience was great. I loved the swivel chairs and being able to get a short tour of Lancaster County. It was a great girls night.

    Alexis G.

    As a 40-year-old, I finally checked a big one off my bucket list: ride a train. I'd been whining about it for years (just ask my friends), and Strasburg Rail Road made it happen -- in the dining car, no less. Since I'm basically powered by food, I was extra giddy about lunch on board. And when I saw The Train Whistle -- a quarter-pound hot dog dressed to impress with onions, pickles, and coleslaw, plus chips and a chocolate chip cookie -- I knew destiny had arrived. It was delicious, and honestly, eating a hot dog while watching the countryside roll by just hits different. My adventure buddy went a little fancier with the Apple Chicken Salad Wrap and a blackberry bourbon cocktail (yes, cocktails on a train -- what a time to be alive). Food came in cute plastic baskets before departure, our waitress kept the drinks flowing, and the dining car itself? Gorgeous. Think dark wood, green glass, and old-timey elegance that made me feel like I should be wearing gloves and speaking in 1940s movie dialogue. The ride itself was a smooth, 45-minute glide through postcard-perfect Lancaster County farmland. The A/C was set to "Arctic Expedition," which was welcome on a 90° day, and the restroom was... as nice as you'd hope on a moving train. Prices? Lunches were $16 each, the cocktail was $10, and dining car tickets were $25 per person -- about $100 total for two. Not exactly bargain territory, but totally worth it for a first-time train ride and the whole experience. After the ride, we wandered through the Strasburg Rail Road "town" -- café, general store, people in costume for photo ops, little shows, and yes, we caved and bought the on-train photo. Highly recommend for a half-day outing, whether you're bringing kids or you are the kids, like us two forty-somethings grinning like it was Christmas morning.

    Santa's visit
    Kristine A.

    I had a wonderful time with the family. We did the Christmas Train ride. We got to meet and take pictures with Santa. We enjoyed live music and trio singing Christmas Carols. Santa's helper gifted us with Christmas Ornaments. All of this was on the train. The shops are cute and there's even a mini train for the children to ride. This is a yearly event for us.

    Tom S.

    I didn't ride the train, but a cute attraction with a performance stage for entertainment before your ride. I like trains, so got a few pics of the train coming in. Definitely worth stopping by if you have in interest in trains. Train museum is across the street.

    475 on the point - 7/13/24
    Christopher C.

    (For this one, it's only pertaining to their wine and cheese offerings.) I'm a big fan of the Strasburg Railroad. They are the ultimate counter culture tourist railroad company in that as places over the past few decades have trimmed back their offerings and/or run less steam, with SRR, it's same as it ever was. All steam, all the time. We've been intrigued with trying their wine and cheese train for several years but could never make it with work schedules. On a whim last weekend, it was showtime. Note upfront that other tourist railroads offer similar things and they do it only a few times a year as a special train. At Strasburg, their wine and cheese offerings are usually Friday-Sunday most of the year on the last train or two of the day in one of the lounge cars or their parlor car (it does vary). www.strasburgrailroad.com/dine-aboard-the-train/wine-cheese/?REFID=AdWords16&keyword_session_id=vt~adwords|kt~|mt~|ta~&_vsrefdom=wordstream&gad_source=1 Once you leave the station you are given a board with three samples of wine, three different cheeses, a tiny spot of mustard, a few crackers, dried fruit and two dark chocolate nibs. You then get a glass of whatever wine you enjoyed the most after you finish your board. A few random thoughts: Unlike the Strasburg website's boiler plate, at no time did anyone check IDs or tickets. In truth, the car was maybe 1/2 full which I thought was interesting for it being a Saturday. I think the reason for the 1/2 full is the pricing. $70pp for this is a bit stiff plus they try to sell you on buying a bottle for $30 (which costs $20 from the vineyard) or the glass you just drank out of for $8 or $9. At the end of the day, the car itself (#88 their parlor car Marian) is a work of art but is the experience worth an extra $35 past the regular price to ride the same car? I'm not really a wine person but we were just at a tasting room in a NE PA winery recently and their offerings tasted far superior to what they're offering on the train. Ironically, the thing that tasted the best, the cheeses, are not for sale. (Hint-Hint) Overall we had a good time with something that is a unique experience. The car and the scenery are both first rate. The car hosts were very nice and did a great job cleaning up, serving and explaining things. As much as I like the SRR, this will probably be a one and done for this specific offering. To much dough for wine that at least to me, isn't that good. They either need to back down the price, or push up the quality of the offerings.

    The wine flight with cheese pairings on the Strasburg Railroad Wine & Cheese train ride.
    Eugenia H.

    Are you looking for a new experience in Lancaster County? Look no further than the Strasburg Railroad's offerings. My daughter and I chose the Wine & Cheese train 45-minute ride. The steam engine train ride eased down the tracks to view the natural beauty of Lancaster County's farming community. It's an excellent experience for not just Mothers and daughters but also dates, girlfriends, or entertainment for visiting family or friends.

    Susan C.

    TL;DL - WORTH A VISIT! It's a great place, for both children and adults alike! We are a family with 2 teenagers and we had a great time! The train takes you to the town of Paradise and back. There's recorded narration of the history along the way. It's a beautiful scenery along the way. It was decorated for fall and Halloween. Must be wonderful fir Christmas! Will be back!

    Eileen T.

    Check in process was easy, everything ran on time. We had first class seating which was the utmost comfort with giant swivel chairs. My friend and I each ordered a drink to enjoy during the ride. The drink was delicious but the ride was so short that it was over before I even got to finish my drink. It was difficult to hear the audio "tour" portion. Next time I need to see if they offer anything for the hearing impaired (not that I am, but the noise from the open doors and sound of the track precludes any ability to hear). I would recommend at least one ride, it was a nice experience. There is a small cafe there for sandwiches before or after your ride as well as a gift shop.

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    Arrived early to explore the rail yard. Purchased our tickets online. Enjoyed the train ride. Beautiful restored train

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    Came for a train ride with a meal and got exactly that! Can't say the scenery is anything special, but it's a very cool experience!

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    Not fully excited. Quick ride for a lot of money. Set-up can convince you that it's spectacular.

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    Is there any accommodations for Handicap I do know this is an old train but checking due to a leg cast and using a scooter, not a wheelchair?

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    Choo Choo Barn

    Choo Choo Barn

    4.3(62 reviews)
    0.3 mi

    Choo Choo Barn surpassed my expectations. This small world is a must see if you are in the state…read more The town is so detailed and immersive that it could easily hold your attention for a hour. There was running water, fish, and night/day lighting cycles. It is perfect for all ages. We went in a group of 6 20-something adults and it did not disappoint. There are also interactive components where you press buttons and certain elements move. All of these worked for me. You just have to look for a second to spot the moving action. The ticket was $13 which I would surely pay again to see something like this. It is also connected to a model train store and ice cream shop so you can expect to spend a whole afternoon at this stop.

    We visited the Choo Choo Barn after passing it so many times and wondering how it would be for kids…read morefive and under. Right outside, there's a cute train photo op and a water mining activity, which looked fun. My kids were a little too small to fully enjoy the mining setup due to height and visibility, but the bags were reasonably priced around $10-$12. Inside, the ticketing process was smooth and included a souvenir ticket, which was a nice touch. The main attraction is behind a curtain--a large, detailed train display set up in a one-way loop. You can walk through it at your own pace and even go around multiple times. The display itself is impressive, with lots of moving parts and scenes like a circus, a trampoline performer, and even real fish incorporated into the setup. My kids enjoyed spotting the trains and little details, though the experience wasn't very interactive. They made it through once and took their time looping back, but the entire visit lasted about 15 minutes. This feels like a better fit for kids who are really into trains or who enjoy more visual experiences rather than hands-on play. My kids didn't stay as engaged as I expected. Parking is shared with nearby businesses, so availability may vary. We were able to find a close spot, but the lot in front is limited. Also worth noting the bathrooms are not located within the main train display area. Overall, it's a cute experience and I'm glad we checked it out. It may not be a repeat visit for us, but it's worth seeing at least once, especially for train-loving families.

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    Choo Choo Barn
    Choo Choo Barn
    Choo Choo Barn

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    Railroad Museum of Pennsylvania - Old-fashioned phone

    Railroad Museum of Pennsylvania

    4.6(95 reviews)
    0.1 mi

    I wasn't even sure if I wanted to go here because previous pictures and videos made this museum…read morelook really small. I just happen to be in that direction and figure for 10 bucks. Why not. I stayed here from 12 to 3 PM and I feel like I didn't even get to taking everything that I wanted. It's nice and warm in there and the cold weather. There's so much information they even have a dedicated children's area where kids can come and dress up like little conductors build trans using magnet tiles and more.

    Right across the street from the Strasburg Rail Road (literally just a crosswalk away), the…read moreRailroad Museum of PA is a must if you're in the area. We stopped by on a Saturday afternoon after a train ride, and wow... this place has more than 100 locomotives and railroad cars inside the building. Not mini replicas. Not models. REAL trains. The sheer size of them up close was mind-blowing! Some cars are open to explore, and even the ones you can't go inside are close enough to touch and grab great photos. Admission was only $10, and we spent a solid 2.5 hours wandering through--even as total non-train buffs. Train lovers could easily make a full day of it. Staff were friendly, and volunteers were spread throughout the museum to answer questions and share fun facts about the trains, which made the visit even better. Just inside the entrance is a well-stocked gift shop with tons of novelty items and unique finds--definitely worth a peek before you head out. Beyond the trains, there are interactive exhibits--Legos, a mini town with history lessons, and even dress-up spots for kids. It's very family-friendly, but smaller kids may lose steam (pun intended ) walking the long rows of cars. Overall? This was a fun, different, history-packed experience that was absolutely worth the ticket price. I don't know that I need to go back, but I'm really glad I went once!

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    Railroad Museum of Pennsylvania
    Railroad Museum of Pennsylvania
    Railroad Museum of Pennsylvania

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    Strasburg Scooters - Time for some ice cream at the cow farm.

    Strasburg Scooters

    4.5(59 reviews)
    1.0 mi

    Pennsylvania is beautiful. We watched dozens of YouTube videos of what to see, eat and experience…read more The scooters look really fun. There are about 32 covered bridges in Lancaster. The scooter tour is a great way to take this adventure. Single scooters are $69 - $85. The scoot coupes (for two) is $179. There are weight limits on the scooters. You can rent a motorcycle but it seems impractical to keep taking your helmet off and having to balance each time you stop (plus you need a motorcycle license). Everyone gets out of their scooter at each stop. The tour is about two hours. Goggles or eye protection would help. You could also get chilly, depending when you visit. October was gorgeous. If you can get in and out of a single scooter, I suggest that and using the money you saved for a meal or souvenir. Plan ahead. Tours fill up.

    Dangerous!! Be aware!!! The scooters were outdated and broken so my partner fell from the scooter…read morewhen he just tried on in the parking lot. We didn't even go on the tour and left on the scene, because he broke his knees. Then one month later, we received this payment of $164.34 on the credit card on file, which we were NOT aware of at all, they charged our credit card without any authorization. We called them, the lady picked up the phone, said the charge due to the damage of the scooter??? Excuse us!! It's the scooter that damaged our trip and broke my partner's knees. We should have pursued further for the medical bills!!! Be aware and stay away from fraudulent people, they would just scam you and charge you for something not related to you!

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    Strasburg Scooters - Goat Farm

    Goat Farm

    Strasburg Scooters - First time riding the scooter and it was a great day.

    First time riding the scooter and it was a great day.

    Strasburg Scooters - Bridge view

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    Verdant View Farm - Eggs we got from chickens in farm

    Verdant View Farm

    4.6(49 reviews)
    0.8 mi

    Surprised my Mom celebrating her 70th birthday with my family, siblings and parents. It was an…read moreamazing time. The hosts here are wonderful. The breakfast was really good and the conversation there was even better. There was a farm dog named Odie and he greeted us when we first drove up. So many core memories made here.

    What an awesome place! We stayed in the farmhouse. The main one. I had a big bathroom, AC unit and…read morethree other bedrooms. You could lock your door. Downstairs has a sitting area and a tiny kitchenette that's stocked with glassware, a coffee maker. You do get to know your fellow housemates which is really cool! The staff here is fantastic. They're all really nice and friendly. They are running a working farm but still make time for you. And that's really special! Breakfast was absolutely amazing. It was nice to have a slice of pie, eggs and coffee. You get to meet the people who stay at the other farmhouse too. Everyone hangs out and chit chats for a while. The morning starts with farm chores if you want to go! The kids loved it. There's a refrigerator for you to put your goodies in. It's not too far from town but you will need a car. Plenty of room to walk, kick a ball, play games. I will warn you, T-Mobile service is terrible there! Not their fault. Verizon seems to work well. This was an absolutely fantastic place to stay. I highly recommend it.

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    Inside room 6 in front farm.

    Verdant View Farm - Extra Twin Bed

    Extra Twin Bed

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    Chickens on the farm

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