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Tweetsie Railroad

4.0 (98 reviews)
Closed 10:00 am - 6:00 pm
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Exiting the train - we loved the ride and the special demonstration. The kids couldn't stop talking about it!
Anna

We loved Tweetsie and the Thomas the Train exhibit! Reasonably priced for the value that you get. The only thing we saw you had to pay extra for once in the park was the gem mining which was $19. You can still practice gem or gold mining in the water, but you won't get any cool rocks without paying for a bucket of sand, which is reasonable. The kids adored the ski lift and the mouse train! Our favorite thing, besides riding the actual railroad itself (10/10) was the free driving car racetrack! The kids felt so cool! We came right when they opened at 10am and stayed until 12:30, which was the perfect amount of time.

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Terri S.

We went for Tweetsie Christmas last weekend. Most reviews state that unless you have small children not to bother. I disagree wholeheartedly. Our kids are adults and we loved it! We visited the gift shops and took photos at the many photo op spots around the park. The train ride was great and everything was decorated so beautifully. The staff were so friendly and welcoming. I will definitely visit again in the spring!

Ghost train
Stefanie W.

They have a amazing event called ghost train for the Halloween season! Please know that it did not disappoint. We had an amazing time this weekend there.!! the train was amazing the haunted house the haunted forest and the rides. We had the best time.

Robbie C.

I've passed by this amusement park in Blowing Rock many times but this was our first time going. We decided to get the ghost train tickets which you need to reserve online ahead of time. The admission gets you one train ride at a reserved time. The ticket gets you into the park at 7pm and our train ride was at 9:30pm. They had some haunted houses that I assume are only up during the Halloween time frame. Our granddaughter is 8 years old and she thoroughly enjoyed all. The rides were similar to a county fair type of attractions. It wasn't annoyingly crowded so I really enjoyed that. There were gift shops and over priced eateries but I believe they allow outside food. It is a bit pricey but what isn't these days?! Glad I got to experience it with the family.

Valerie G.

We visited during their "Day with Thomas" and it was nothing short of amazing. My 3 year old song had an amazing time. There is so much to do for all ages - from rides, tons of shops, food and feeding animals. The prices are not like any amusement park, they food and a lot of the retail items are not crazy expensive and that was much appreciated. There were barely any lines, we went on a Friday. I wish we lived closer because I would get a season pass for us! They seem to be adding more to it, so I can't wait to visit again in a few years.

Stephanie A.

For my nephew's birthday we decided to do an experience rather than a bunch of gifts so we spent a long weekend in the Blowing Rock area and one of our days was spent at Tweetsie as a recommendation from my dad that went when he was a kid. It didn't disappoint! We had so much fun on the train and getting to walk around the park. As a bonus they are dog friendly everywhere except the train itself and the shops. For the price of the day pass there was plenty to do to keep kids and adults busy. We hope to go again someday!

Renee H.

Great amusement park with lots of fun and adventure for the family! They are currently asking that you wearing a mask while indoors but otherwise it's optional. Prices for adults is $52 for the day. They offer a AAA discount of $3

Jessica C.

Waste of money. This place is way too expensive for what they are offering. We were camping in the area and decided to bring the family. We pause $180 for 3 adults and 1 child. The premise sounds cute; an original coal-burning train and wild-west themed park. The acting during the train ride was horrible; little kids were completely lost and got bored. The food was incredibly overpriced with absolutely no healthy options. The rides were old and rusty. There wasn't anything really charming about this place. When I read other reviews that are good, it seems like they are based on nostalgia. I have no nostalgia for Tweetsie Railroad and I think you're better to spend the time doing something else in the area or save your money for a nicer park like Universal, Disney, or Busch Gardens.

Jennifer E.

This was our first time ever coming here to see the Christmas lights, and we are glad we did. We came on a Sunday & got tickets for the train ride at 7:30pm. It was a bit cold and a bit rainy, but thankfully, it did not pour while we were there. A few sprinkles, and we were fine. The train ride itself is about 25 minutes, and you basically ride along singing to your favorite Christmas songs and looking at all the wonderful Christmas light displays! It is a little "town," so once you're done with the train or even before, you can head to their cafe, gift shops, and many photo Op locations. They have lots of light displays to see and a stores section where you buy smores and go to any of their two campfires they have set. They have a few rides more catered to little kids, which is included in your admission tickets. You also get to see Santa! It was not busy at all when we went mainly bc it was on a Sunday night and rainy, but it was a plus for us! I will probably be back in the summertime to see how the experience differs. They do have free parking on site. This was about 2 hrs from me, and if I wouldn't have a long ride home on a Sunday before school started again, we would have def. Stayed longer to enjoy it much more, but overall, it was not a bad experience. It definitely felt like you were transported into a small Christmas hallmark movie village.

Christmas Train
Stephanie M.

We were able to get tickets for the Christmas Train and it was unbelievable! What a memorable experience. The Christmas town is something out of a storybook with Christmas music, s'mores, lights, adorable shops, kids rides and not to mention Santa! The train is just absolutely magical and we loved all the employees in character! If you have an opportunity to go, this is a no brainer. Just absolutely amazing!

Shawn B.

This place was amazing!! My 3 year old son is into trains, like lives trains. We have been watching the Tweetsie 190 and 12 steam engines on YouTube for the last year+ so decided we would drive the 6 hours to check it out. My son has never smiled so big, and we just took him to Disney in April... Hands down I would do this over Disney at this age and probably for the next few years. We brought my 2 year old daughter and my 1 month old as well. My daughter had as much fun if not more! The rides all all spaced out nicely and everyone there is as nice as can be. Once you are in the door the steam engine and show run every 30 or 40 min and everything but the arcade and food are included in the entry. There are three levels to the park, each with something for every age group. If gas wasn't crazy right now I would take the family back down in a few weeks, it was that fun! Planning for a winter/ Christmas visit to see the town and train in all it's Christmas glory. Highly recommend this place for all ages and any distance of drive! Absolutely great place.

Ride at the park
Michelle S.

Great for kids under 8. We went for Thomas the train weekend. My son absolutely loved it. Gift shop was not overpriced. Food was a little pricey and not the healthiest but it is a kids amusement park so did not expect much.

The station
Ruben R.

On my way to grandfather mountain I went to this place and went for adventure I stop here with the family and get on tweetsie railroad for an aventure i thought it was just a ride but they surprise us with a show it was amazing ride and show

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The steam engine powered train was a special treat and departed every 45 minutes or so and covers three miles.

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