This weekend only: STEAM POWER!!! Our most popular trip, this excursion brings you through downtown Duluth, a little way up the North Shore, through Congdon Park, and to the neighborhood of Lakeside, where the train stops briefly to turn around. This weekend, pulled by Steam Locomotive 332, the museum’s own consolidation style 2-8-0 built in 1906. The excursion lasts about 1 hour and 15 minutes, covering about six miles each way.
Coach Seats: Ride in one of several historic coaches. Some have open windows, some have air conditioning/heat, it is up to you! All seats are general boarding, so you are free to explore the train for the perfect seat. A concession car is also available to enjoy that has large open-air doors. Children ages 2 and under are free and do not need tickets for coach.
First Class Option: Experience the spectacular views above in the Dome Car of the steam engine at work, with an attendant designated just for you. Space is limited to just 24 passengers per trip, but you have the entire Dome Car (including the downstairs lounge) to yourself. Enjoy complimentary snacks and drinks while you experience the spectacular views from above in the Dome Car. Note: Due to the historic nature of the traincar, First Class seats are not wheelchair accessible. Children ages 0-13 must purchase tickets for first class (in coach, 2 and under are free), and must be supervised at all times while on the train for the courtesy of other passengers. All passengers in first class are asked to respect fellow guests with behavior suitable to your beautiful, premier surroundings.
Deluxe Class Dining Car Seats: Right behind the steam engine... Ride in the Lake of the Isles Dining Car and enjoy a great light meal served by our local chefs. On the morning trip (9am), a continental style breakfast is served on the ride, at 11am and 1pm a light lunch of sandwich/pasta-salad with dessert. On the 3pm ride, enjoy Wine & Cheese included with the dining car ticket (snacks and juice for the kids). Children ages 0-13 must purchase tickets for the dining car (in coach, 2 and under are free), and must be supervised at all times while on the train for the courtesy of other passengers.
Reservations are strongly recommended but not required for this excursion. Tickets may be purchased up to 20 minutes prior to departure. This train can sell out, so it is recommended to pre-purchase your tickets.
A fee of $10 per ticket will be added to all tickets during this weekend: 7/20 and 7/21.
This train is Wheelchair Accessible in coach only, but there are no wheelchair accessible restrooms (and first class is not accessible). Wheelchairs are lifted into the concession/open car. Pets are not allowed. All tickets are round-trip. There are restrooms on the train. Children: Ages are 3-13 in Coach. Ages 2 and under are free in coach and do not need a ticket/reservation. All passengers in First Class & Dining Car (ages 0+) must purchase a ticket.
Doors close 2 minutes prior to departure for safety checks. Any passengers who arrive after this time will not be permitted to board and will not receive a refund.
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