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California State Railroad Museum

111 I Street, Sacramento, CA 95814
916 445 6645
Ranked #1 of 84 attractions in Sacramento
4.5 of 5 stars 207 Reviews
Type: Speciality Museums, History Museums, Museums
Activities: Arts and crafts
Description: North America's largest railroad museum draws more than 500,000 train enthusiasts annually.
Useful Information: Activities for older children
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Reno, Nevada
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7 reviews 7 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 May 2012 NEW

We have been to this museum around 5 times. It has been great for the kids and we enjoy it too. There is always someone to talk to about the trains or the time period- what the train was used for in its heyday. Always a nice stop.

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La Verne, California
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3 reviews 3 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 May 2012 NEW

It's a world class museum. The number of trains is very impressive and the displays are first rate.

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Sacramento
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12 reviews 12 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 May 2012 NEW

Hard to believe Sacramento has something that is considered 'Best in the World," however once you see this place, you would agree! It is a must that you start your adventure with the mini-movie regarding the history of the United States intercontinental railroad and how Sacramento had a huge investment in its success. The ending of the film is timed... More

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Salem, Oregon
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5 reviews 5 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 May 2012 NEW

How great to see some wonderful restored locomotives, rolling stock etc. displayed in such creative ways.

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Rocklin, California
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15 reviews 15 reviews
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2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 May 2012 NEW

We've had the good fortune to visit some great museums of the world and must say that the Railroad Museum is as impressive as any. We'd rather see something that was critical to America's success as opposed to old statues of Greek gods or fossils of fish. This place is a joy. Kudos to the docents who enhance and already... More

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San Diego, California
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14 reviews 14 reviews
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2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 May 2012 NEW

The museum is looks a bit like a round house and is full of full-size engines and rail cars. A bit of history is offered with each display. Upstairs there's an exhibit of toy trains and you can look down on the full-size trains.

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Warwick, United Kingdom
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36 reviews 36 reviews
Reviews in 14 cities Reviews in 14 cities
13 helpful votes 13 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 May 2012 NEW

it was a very reasonably priced experience, beautifully laid out old trains, with really helpful volunteers who were more than happy to help. the sleeper car and dining car were really interesting.

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davis CA
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3 reviews 3 reviews
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 May 2012 NEW

Awesome for kids with the big engines you can touch and get right next to!

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Somerset, CA
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 May 2012

If you want a trip back to a time when railway travel was the only way, you won't want to miss this museum. Wear comfortable shoes because you will want to spend time looking at everything!!

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malibu, california
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26 reviews 26 reviews
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10 helpful votes 10 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 May 2012
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Our grandson loved the second floor miniature train display. I had to be pried away from the historical materials and a chance to clamber in and out of real train cars, including the fully made-up for dinner dining car. And we all loved the gift shop so much we decided to become members and get the 10% discount. Bring the... More

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