If you enjoy trains (and who doesn’t?), you’re going to love this train-themed trip. New Jersey has a rich locomotive history (steam trains were first built and tested in Hoboken) and one of the largest rail systems in the United States, so it shouldn’t be a surprise that we offer a wide range of activities and attractions geared towards locomotive lovers. You can see several along this unique day trip.
Your trip includes 2 hours of drive time, train rides, train car dining, model trains and more.
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Start your morning right with an 11 a.m. train ride along the Delaware River.
Facebook/Delaware River Railroad Excursions Hosted by Delaware River Railroad Excursions in Phillipsburg, the River Train offers passengers a beautiful narrated ride along the scenic Delaware River. Rides last 90 minutes. Add-ons (like a stop at a mine or maze) are available to extend your trip.
Then, grab lunch at Clinton Station Diner.
TripAdvisor/cfischer41 You’ll have the opportunity to eat your meal in a restored caboose. They’re also famous for their giant burgers.
Your next stop will be Northlandz, the largest model train display in the world.
TripAdvisor/PravasiRJ And it’s right here in Flemington, New Jersey. It features 40 bridges, thousands of buildings, up to 100 trains and 8 miles of track.
All aboard for the Whippany Railway Museum.
Facebook/Whippany Railway Museum Learn all about New Jersey’s railroading history, with a focus on Morris County. See photographs, paperwork, memorabilia and more. You can also enjoy old trains up close and take another ride here, if you choose.
Grab dinner at Rod’s Steak & Seafood Grille.
Yelp/Joe M. Another spot where you can dine in a train car, this eatery is a bit more upscale. It’s well-known for its mouthwatering steak.
Bonus stop, one day only!
Facebook/United Railroad Historical Society of New Jersey On Sunday, September 24th, the United Railroad Historical Society of New Jersey is turning into a railroad museum (for a day)! Over a dozen pieces of restored historic railroad equipment will be open to the public during this exhibition. The event is just $5 for adults and $3 for children, and it includes live music, vintage cars, the chance to speak with experts and more. Boy Scouts can even earn a special badge. Visit between 10 a.m. and 5 p.m. to get in on the action.
Doesn’t this sound like a day full of fun? It’s sure to be a blast, something the whole family will love. For addresses and directions, click here. For more train-themed fun in New Jersey, check out these four train rides through the Garden State or this casual eatery filled with model trains.
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Facebook/Delaware River Railroad Excursions
Hosted by Delaware River Railroad Excursions in Phillipsburg, the River Train offers passengers a beautiful narrated ride along the scenic Delaware River. Rides last 90 minutes. Add-ons (like a stop at a mine or maze) are available to extend your trip.
TripAdvisor/cfischer41
You’ll have the opportunity to eat your meal in a restored caboose. They’re also famous for their giant burgers.
TripAdvisor/PravasiRJ
And it’s right here in Flemington, New Jersey. It features 40 bridges, thousands of buildings, up to 100 trains and 8 miles of track.
Facebook/Whippany Railway Museum
Learn all about New Jersey’s railroading history, with a focus on Morris County. See photographs, paperwork, memorabilia and more. You can also enjoy old trains up close and take another ride here, if you choose.
Yelp/Joe M.
Another spot where you can dine in a train car, this eatery is a bit more upscale. It’s well-known for its mouthwatering steak.
Facebook/United Railroad Historical Society of New Jersey
On Sunday, September 24th, the United Railroad Historical Society of New Jersey is turning into a railroad museum (for a day)! Over a dozen pieces of restored historic railroad equipment will be open to the public during this exhibition. The event is just $5 for adults and $3 for children, and it includes live music, vintage cars, the chance to speak with experts and more. Boy Scouts can even earn a special badge. Visit between 10 a.m. and 5 p.m. to get in on the action.
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