VALENTINE TRAIN RIDE

1. How the evening works

   🕒 Arrive + Check-In
   Please arrive early at Grand Junction Depot to allow time for parking and check-in. All departures operate on Eastern Time.

   🚆 Board + Get Seated
   Guests are escorted to their reserved table based on seating selection. Seating is assigned in advance.

   🍽️ Dinner Service During the Ride
   Enjoy a relaxed, dining-focused evening with a four-course meal served at your table as the train travels through Chattanooga.
   🍷 Beer, wine, and cocktails are available for purchase onboard (21+).

   🏁 Return to Grand Junction Depot
   After dinner service concludes, the train returns to the depot where guests disembark.

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   Plan Your Evening

   👔 Dress Code: Business casual to semi-formal
   🅿️ Parking: Available at the depot — View directions & parking
   ♿ Accessibility: Varies by railcar; guests with mobility concerns are encouraged to call ahead

Seating Options

Important Seating Note
Dining Car and Pullman seating are located in different railcars. Guests selecting different seating types will not be seated together.

Guests may choose from three distinct vintage dining experiences, each offering its own atmosphere and level of privacy.

🚂 Dining Car Tables (Seats up to 4)

Best for: Small groups and couples enjoying exclusive table seating for their party only.

Enjoy classic railroad dining aboard Southern Railway 3158 or 3164, featuring traditional dining tables that seat up to four guests. This option is ideal for friends, families, or couples celebrating together in a lively dining car setting.

🚆 Pullman Section Tables (Seats 2)

Best for: Couples seeking a private, romantic experience

For a more intimate evening, choose a private table for two aboard The Pullman Company’s CLOVER COLONY. These Pullman tables offer a quieter, more secluded atmosphere—perfect for Valentine’s celebrations.

About the Pullman Car
Pullman cars represented the height of luxury in historic rail travel. By day, they served as elegant passenger coaches; by night, they transformed into hotel-style sleeping accommodations. The Clover Colony even appeared in the Marilyn Monroe film Some Like It Hot.
Learn more about our Pullman car ›

🚆✨ B&O Office Car No. 98 (Seats up to 8)

Best for: Groups, milestone celebrations & luxury experiences

Dine in true executive style aboard B&O Office Car No. 98, a beautifully restored private railcar built in 1917 for the President of the Baltimore & Ohio Railroad. Restored to its 1950s-era grandeur, this exclusive dining space offers luxurious décor, privacy, and the full Valentine Dinner Train menu for up to eight guests.

Where does the Valentine’s Dinner Train depart from?
All trains depart from the Tennessee Valley Railroad Museum’s Grand Junction Depot at 4119 Cromwell Road, Chattanooga, Tennessee. Chattanooga is located in the Eastern Time Zone. Please refer to the calendar for specific departure dates and times.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Valentine Train Ride?

The Valentine Train Ride is a romantic dining experience aboard a vintage train at the Tennessee Valley Railroad Museum. Guests enjoy a four-course dinner, attentive table service, and a scenic evening ride through Chattanooga in beautifully restored railcars.

How long is the experience?

The Valentine Train Ride lasts approximately 2 to 3 hours, including boarding, dining service, and the round-trip train ride.

Is dinner included with the ticket?

Yes. All Valentine Train Ride tickets include a four-course plated dinner, freshly prepared and served onboard.

What seating options are available?

Guests may choose from several seating options, including:

• Dining Car tables (seating up to four)

• Pullman Section tables for two

• Private dining aboard B&O Office Car No. 98 (seating up to eight)

Each option offers a unique atmosphere and level of privacy.

Are reservations required?

Yes. Reservations are required, and the Valentine Train Ride often sells out. Advance booking is strongly recommended.

Where does the train depart from?

The Valentine Train Ride departs from Grand Junction Depot, located at 4119 Cromwell Road, Chattanooga, TN. Please arrive early to allow time for check-in and boarding.

Are alcoholic beverages included?

Alcoholic beverages are not included in the ticket price but are available for purchase onboard for guests 21 and older.

Can dietary restrictions be accommodated?

Yes. Vegetarian and other dietary accommodations may be available with at least 24 hours’ advance notice. Same-day requests cannot be guaranteed. Guests should contact TVRM prior to their visit to confirm availability.

What should we wear?

There is no formal dress code, but most guests choose to dress in business casual or semi-formal attire to match the elegant dining atmosphere.

Is the Valentine Train Ride suitable for couples only?

While the experience is designed with couples in mind, it is open to all guests. Friends, small groups, and families celebrating Valentine’s Day are welcome, depending on seating selection.

Is the experience wheelchair accessible?

Accessibility varies by railcar. Guests with mobility concerns are encouraged to contact TVRM in advance so staff can discuss the best available seating options.

Is this event offered every year?

Yes. The Valentine Train Ride is a popular annual event, typically operating in early to mid-February. Dates and availability vary each season.

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