23 FESTIVE CHRISTMAS TRAINS IN THE SOUTHEAST
Ever since The Polar Express movie made its debut, children (and adults) everywhere know that nothing says “festive” like a trip aboard one of these Christmas train rides.
Multiple ride options offer holiday joy for all ages (& budgets). Our favorite is the 4-hour trip with time for Xmas shopping in Copper Basin.
Blue ridge scenic railway
Great Smoky Mountains Railroad
The 1+ hour round-trip excursion comes to life as the train departs the Bryson City Depot for a journey through the quiet wilderness for a special visit at the North Pole.
Take an imaginary journey to the North Pole. Along the way, you’ll be treated to refreshments and storytelling. One of our favorites!
tennessee valley railroad
ATLANTA BOTANICAL GARDEN
Kids of all ages will dig the holiday model trains, running day and night on the Alston Overlook. Additionally, young kids will love taking a short ride around the Gardens on the Holiday Ride-on Train.
Your ticket includes a train ride with Santa, photos of the kids and the Jolly Old Elf using your own camera, and a letter-writing opportunity.
southeastern railway museum
branson Scenic Railway
During the trip the book “The Polar Express” is read aloud, and hot chocolate and cookies are served by the Chefs. Santa joins the ride at the North Pole and visits each car and gives each passenger a special gift.
Ride on a restored classic streamlined stainless steel passenger train with Santa and his Elves on the North Pole Express Santa Excursion Train!
TENNESSEE CENTRAL RAILWAY MUSEUM
tweetsie railroad
Enjoy a nighttime train ride among thousands of dazzling lights and towering Christmas trees, as you ride in an open-air train car pulled by an historic narrow-gauge steam locomotive. There is even more festive holiday fun in the Village.
23 SPECTACULAR CHRISTMAS TRAIN RIDES IN GEORGIA & THE SOUTHEAST (UPDATED FOR 2021)
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