Take a trip back in time to a slower-paced era when railroad travel was a way of life! Relive the romance of the rails, where vintage trains provided an escape from the everyday routine. Experience the sights and sounds of yesteryear and book your train excursion tickets online below. ↓
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Ride a vintage short-line train! Our most frequent service trips — the “Local” — begin at our Grand Junction Station and travel to East Chattanooga for a layover to view a turntable demonstration and tour of our restoration shop.
Join us on our first ever Evening Ridge Runner train ride. As the sun sets over beautiful Chattanooga, enjoy this experience onboard authentic 1940s, 50s, and 60s passenger cars pulled by the queen of steam – our 112 year old #4501 steam engine.
The Tennessee Valley Railroad Museum offers a high tea at Chattanooga Grand Junction Station with a Missionary Ridge Local train ride after. This is a great opportunity to experience the railroad history of Tennessee.
The Hiwassee Loop train ride is a 50-mile roundtrip through the beautiful lower Hiwassee River gorge. This 5-hour trip takes you to the top of the famous Hiwassee Loop, where you can enjoy stunning views of the river below.
The Tennessee Valley Railroad Museum Dinner Train is a unique opportunity to enjoy a railroad excursion trip and fine dining en route. The train travels through the Tennessee Valley, making this a perfect outing for anyone who loves trains and good food.
The Copperhill Special train ride offers a unique opportunity to take in the natural beauty of the lower Hiwassee River Gorge. This train travels a longer distance through Turtletown, Ducktown, and on to the former mining town of Copperhill.
Includes all-day entrance to the property and exhibits on the property. Does not include a train ride.
Admission is included with a Train Ticket. Do not buy if you have already purchased a train ride.
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No need to scour the internet for hours looking for the perfect gift – we’ve got you covered. The Tennessee Valley Railroad Museum offers gift cards for train rides, making it easy and convenient to find a unique and thoughtful present.
The Chickamauga Turn is a historic 6-hour train ride to the Civil War town of Chickamauga, Georgia. The journey takes passengers through the beautiful rolling hills of rural Georgia via the former Central of Georgia Railroad.
The Summerville Steam Special offers a unique opportunity to experience a bygone era of rail travel. The vintage steam engine train offers a scenic ride from Chattanooga to Summerville and back, traversing a historic route.
Returning in the Spring of 2023. Ride with Thomas and enjoy a day of fun-filled Thomas & Friends™ themed activities! Meet trains, enjoy crafts, storytelling, train play tables, coloring, temporary tattoos, and more!
The Tennessee Valley Railroad Museum offers a unique way to ring in the New Year with their New Year’s Eve Dinner Train. Guests can enjoy a four-course meal while taking in the sights of the Chattanooga area.
This event offers a unique way to celebrate Valentine’s Day with your loved one. The Tennessee Valley Railroad Museum offers a special train ride that includes a four-course meal. This event is a great way to enjoy a romantic evening out while also traveling through Chattanooga.
Come to the Tennessee Valley Railroad Museum and take a ride on the North Pole Limited Christmas Train! You’ll get to visit the North Pole and see all of the Christmas decorations. It’s the most popular annual event, and has been a family tradition since 1999.
The Christmas Dinner Train is a great way to celebrate the holidays with family and friends. The four-course dining experience is sure to please everyone in your group!
Enjoy a picturesque round-trip train ride through the Hiwassee River Gorge this holiday season! Write a letter and meet Santa and enjoy a delicious gingerbread cookie and chocolate milk on the train!
This summer, kids can enjoy a fun and exciting Railroad Summer Camp! With activities like train rides and arts and crafts, this camp is sure to be a blast for kids of all ages.
The Rising Railroad Professionals program is an overnight experience for aspiring railroaders, museum professionals, and historians to better understand and gain hands-on experience with a wide array of museum operations.
The Tennessee Valley Railroad Museum offers a Christmas tea with a train ride after to view the holiday lights. The sights and sounds of the season are the perfect backdrop for this special event.
Passengers begin by boarding a vintage train for a trip over four bridges and through Missionary Ridge Tunnel. Once arriving at the Funhouse Station, riders disembark and enter the Funhouse area.
We offer birthday options at Chattanooga Grand Junction Station catering to your birthday’s requirements.
The Holiday Christmas Lights Train is a great way to relax and enjoy the festive displays and sparkling Christmas lights after the holiday has come and gone. If you’re looking for something to do to get into the Christmas spirit, this is a great option.
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