Screaming in the tunnels, listening to the rhythm of the tracks and waving at passersby … memories of train rides are a highlight of childhood. Kansas City is home to several affordable train rides and attractions for families. Celebrate National Train Day on May 13 with one of these ideas.
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Belton Grandview and KC Railroad
The BG&KC offers excursions running south from Belton on a 5-mile, 45-minute round trip. Season: May through December.
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Fritz’s Railroad Restaurant
2450 Grand Blvd, Kansas City, MissouriFritz’s Railroad Restaurant at Crown Center on Level I Model trains travel around the perimeter of the restaurant, delivering burgers and fries to your table.
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KC Northern Railroad
The three restored G-16 open air trains operate on a half-mile of track. Season: First weekend of May through last weekend of September.
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Kansas City Zoo & Aquarium
The zoo features an open air, large-scale train. A highlight of the ride is a trip through the tunnel. Season: Year-round; operates daily if the weather is above 50 degrees.
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National Agricultural Hall of Fame
Ride a narrow-gauge Union Pacific miniature train through the site. Explore museum exhibits and living history displays. Season: Spring through fall.
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Overland Park Arboretum and Botanical Gardens
Enjoy the magical Train Garden, where trains wind through bluffs, over streams and through an old town.
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Union Station
Union Station celebrates its rail history as a station for Amtrak and the home to an 8,000-square-foot model train exhibit and the KC Rail Experience.
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