Vintage Train Rides

Ride the Legend—Steam Engine 4501 Returns to Summerville Step aboard a living piece of railroading excellence as Steam Engine 4501 powers up for its journey from Chattanooga to Summerville, Georgia, on Saturday, June 28. Built in 1911, this 114-year-old locomotive embodies the golden era of American steam travel. With powerful chuffs and vintage charm, 4501…

Step aboard a first-class travel experience unlike any other—TVRM’s new overnight Chickamauga Turn invites you to ride, dine, and unwind in vintage rail style. For the first time ever, guests can journey aboard the classic 1877 Dome Lounge Car, stay the night in a historic mansion, and return by rail the next morning. It’s a…

Fall is in the air, and the time has come for families to come together and experience something exciting and unique. The Eerie Express offers just that—a vintage train ride that whisks you through four bridges and the historical Missionary Ridge Tunnel, culminating in a festive Halloween experience that is enjoyable for both young and…

Halloween Eerie Express: A Spooktacular Family Adventure! Get ready for a Halloween experience like no other! We’re thrilled to announce the addition of the Halloween Eerie Express ride on Sunday, October 23 at 3:30 PM. Book your tickets here and embark on a festive family-friendly train journey filled with “gentle thrills” and delightful chills. The…

Exploring the Tracks of Time: TVRM’s Educational Field Trip Experience At the Tennessee Valley Railroad Museum (TVRM), we believe in bringing history to life. Our Missionary Ridge Local field trip excursions offer students an extraordinary journey into the world of railroads. Here, learning transcends the classroom, giving students a unique perspective on an integral part…