Ride the Dinosaur Express: Family Adventures at Southern California Railway Museum
Difficulty
easy
Duration
2–4 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for all fitness levels including families with young children
Overview
Step aboard the Dinosaur Express at the Southern California Railway Museum for an interactive train adventure featuring Buddy the Dinosaur. Perfect for families, this ride combines vintage trains with paleontology fun near Riverside, CA.
Dinosaur Express- Featuring Buddy the Dinosaur!
All day • All Ages Welcome
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About This Adventure
Join the Dinosaur Express at the Southern California Railway Museum for an unforgettable day with Buddy the Dinosaur from PBS's "Dinosaur Train." This interactive outdoor experience combines fun with learning about paleontology, science, and more. Don’t miss this chance for prehistoric adventures and engaging activities for all ages!
All aboard the Dinosaur Express featuring Dinosaur Train's Buddy the Dinosaur!
Day-of tickets will be available for purchase at the Museum's Ticket Booths until 3pm.
Duration
Museum Open 9am-5pm Programming 10am-4pm
About
Hop on Board for the Dinosaur Express at Southern California Railway Museum, featuring “Buddy” from the PBS Show “Dinosaur Train.”
Southern California Railway Museum is excited to announce the return Dinosaur Express, a unique, outdoor, interactive experience created in partnership with PBS. Buddy the Dinosaur has been invited to the Museum to meet with his fans and highlight his favorite topics of Paleontology, Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math.
The Dinosaur Express is on its way! Don’t miss out on this exciting experience – join us for some prehistoric playtime!
Visit our event page at https://socalrailway.org/scrm-events/
Members receive a 10% discount on this event - become one now! https://socalrailway.org/join/
What to Bring
- Please bring a digital or print copy of your tickets in your confirmation email
Adventure Tips
Arrive Early to Explore
Get to the museum early to fully explore the rail yard and catch all Buddy the Dinosaur activities.
Bring Layered Clothing
Southern California can be cool in the morning and warm by afternoon—dress in layers for comfort.
Stay Hydrated
Carry water, especially for kids, to stay refreshed during outdoor activities and train rides.
Accessible for All Ages
The train and museum grounds are family-friendly and wheelchair accessible, making it easy for everyone to enjoy.
Local Insights
Wildlife
- Red-tailed hawks often circle above the museum grounds
- Desert cottontail rabbits are common in the surrounding areas
History
The Southern California Railway Museum preserves the area's rich railroading history dating back to the early 1900s.
Conservation
The museum promotes sustainability by restoring and operating historic trains with eco-friendly practices and educating visitors on preserving transportation heritage.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Recommended Gear
Comfortable walking shoes
Ideal for exploring the rail yard and museum grounds comfortably.
Sun hat and sunscreen
Protect yourself from the California sun during outdoor activities.
summer specific
Water bottle
Stay hydrated while participating in activities and on the train.
Light jacket or layers
Useful for cooler mornings and evenings around Perris.
spring specific