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Hop aboard The Christmas City Express in Duluth for a festive train ride filled with holiday cheer, caroling, and panoramic views of Lake Superior. Experience a charming story reading, special guests, and seasonal music on this magical 30-minute journey.
Hop aboard The Christmas City Express in Duluth for a festive train ride filled with holiday cheer, caroling, and panoramic views of Lake Superior. Experience a charming story reading, special guests, and seasonal music on this magical 30-minute journey.
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Operated by North Shore Scenic Railroad & Lake Superior Railroad Museum · Duluth, Minnesota
easy.
1–1.5 hours.
Suitable for all fitness levels as the train ride is seated and museum activities involve minimal walking.
Yes, the experience is family-friendly with holiday stories and carolers that delight children of all ages.
Yes, seasonal snacks and beverages are provided to all guests to enjoy during the 30-minute train journey.
Pets are generally not allowed except for service animals. Please check with the railroad for specific policies.
The North Shore Scenic Railroad provides accommodations for wheelchairs. Contact them in advance to arrange assistance.
Cancellations typically require at least 24 hours’ notice. Confirm details when booking directly with the railroad.
Yes, private bookings can be arranged through the North Shore Scenic Railroad, especially for special holiday experiences.
The North Shore Scenic Railroad runs on tracks dating back to early 20th-century railroads that shaped Duluth’s port development.
The railroad supports local conservation by promoting sustainable tourism and preserving historic rail cars and infrastructure.
North Shore Scenic Railroad & Lake Superior Railroad Museum operates heritage train excursions and a railroad museum in Duluth, Minnesota. The railroad runs narrated and scenic trips along the Lake Superior North Shore aboard vintage passenger equipment, including coach seating and an exclusive First Class Dome Car on the Duluth Zephyr. Signature rides include day outings to Two Harbors, steam-powered trips with historic locomotive #332, seasonal fall color tours, and short family-friendly holiday trains such as the Christmas City Express and the Christmas Tree Train. Special-event trains include adults-only offerings like the Terror Train costume party and the October Beer Tasting Train, plus a farmhouse-style Grandmas Marathon Viewing Train that follows the race route. The Lake Superior Railroad Museum on site preserves local rail history with exhibits, historic cars, and interpretive displays. Museum admission can be added to train tickets at a combo rate discount, offering a half-price museum pass when purchased during ticket checkout or pickup. The railroad's public schedule includes both coach-class and First Class Dome Car experiences, and many trips feature lakeshore views, narrated routes, and visits to restored depots like Knife River. As a featured Duluth attraction, the North Shore Scenic Railroad provides documented train operations, scheduled seasonal events, and museum access that appeal to families, railfans, and visitors seeking North Shore scenery. Trip options, clear ticket policies, and partnerships with the Lake Superior Railroad Museum support reliable visitor experiences and educational value. Seasonal departures and special-event trains run with advance online ticketing for select trips.
Book with North Shore Scenic Railroad & Lake Superior Railroad Museum