How do you plan to celebrate this holiday season? The options are truly endless here in Nevada. One thing that should definitely be on your radar is this charming Christmas Train at the Nevada Southern Railway Museum. This “Santa Train” is an awesome way to get into the holiday spirit and create some family memories at the same time. Tickets sell fast for this enchanting ride so be sure to make some plans soon.
Every year since 2002, the Nevada Southern Railway Museum has offered a unique experience that has become a treasured holiday tradition for many. The Santa Train is a spectacular experience that will have both young and old filled with holiday cheer and you need to check it out.
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The Santa Train is the railway’s daytime adventure. It runs every hour starting at 10:00 am until 3:00 pm. This special ride is offered every weekend in December until Christmas.
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On these routes, passengers will be taken across the beautiful Nevada countryside while interacting with a slew of elves and even Santa himself. The train is covered in whimsical decorations and photo ops are strongly encouraged.
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The railway also offers a Pajama Train which takes place at night. This ride is similar to the Santa Train except, as you’d guess from the name, passengers are welcome to wear their pajamas. In addition, delicious hot chocolate and cookies are served on this beautiful nighttime train ride.
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Whichever Christmas train you decide on, you’re sure to be thrilled with the experience. The ride lasts approximately 45 minutes and you’ll find that there’s even more to see around the museum after your ride.
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The train is comprised of these beautifully restored historic passenger cabs. As the train track leads you alongside the U.S. 93 highway, you can’t help but feel like you’re experience a unique piece of Nevada’s railway history on top of making fantastic holiday memories.
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You can buy your tickets ahead of time on the museum’s website, and it’s suggested you do so since they tend to sell out. The ticket price for the Santa Train is just $10, but prices can vary for the Pajama Train depending on which seating class you purchase. For more information, visit their website here.
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Doesn’t this Santa Train look terrific? It doesn’t matter how old or young you are, this looks like a blast! Not in the southern part of the state? Check out this Magical Polar Express Train Ride In Nevada that is likely in your neck of the woods instead!
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