6 Epic Train Rides In Minnesota That Will Give You An Unforgettable Experience

We’re always on the lookout for different ways to experience Minnesota’s beauty, and trains are an often overlooked but classic method of seeing the sights! Minnesota has some amazing options for train rides of varying lengths that provide food, entertainment, and stunning views. Take part in the following train rides in Minnesota on one of these local routes for an unforgettable journey.

6930 Fremont St, Duluth, MN 55807, USA

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For gorgeous views along the St. Louis River, take a ride on the Lake Superior and Mississippi Railroad! Featuring one of the best train trips in Minnesota, Duluth's first rails runs from Mid-June through Mid-October. The hour and 40-minute ride takes you through some of the most stunning scenery!

193 Pennsylvania Ave E, St Paul, MN 55130, USA

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At the Minnesota Transportation Museum Osceola and St. Croix Valley Railroad, you can take an amazing 50-minute round-trip excursion between Osceola and Dresser on the historic Empire Builder fleet. The museum is just the icing on this cake of enjoyable Minnesota train rides.

Take a look at this video by @wcco:

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193 Pennsylvania Ave, St. Paul, MN, 55130

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You can do a brunch or pizza train for an amazing family experience. It's a great idea to book any one of their special tours, with options perfect for kids like the Tots and Trains, or adults who will have a great time wine tasting on this scenic train ride in Minnesota! At the Osceola and St. Croix Railway, there is something fun for everyone.

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506 W Michigan St, Duluth, MN 55802

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At North Shore Scenic Railroad, guests will enjoy a beautiful 1.5-hour trip through Duluth, with the option of stunning first-class dome views. Other tour options include a music and pizza train as well as beer tasting, and seasonal favorites! Don't pass up a chance to ride on this historic north shore along one of the most fun and exhilarating train trips in Minnesota!

Take a look at this video by @NorthShoreScenicRailroadDuluth:

506 W Michigan St, Duluth, MN 55802, USA

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If you have kids and have been searching for "train rides near me," head to Duluth's North Shore Scenic Railroad. This railroad offers an amazing 2.5-hour evening trip up the North Shore accompanied by pizza, pop, and entertainment from local musicians! Sit back and relax with food and fun as narrated information fuels your imagination. The Pizza Party Express ride is a must for kids of all ages and is available in the summer and fall.

506 W. Michigan St Duluth, MN 55805

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With The Two Harbors Turn, you will embark on a six-hour tour of fun and amazing views! This beautiful full-day trip takes you up the North Shore, with a stop for lunch and touring in Two Harbors. Plus, included with your ticket, is entry to the Lake Superior Railroad Museum.

Take a look at this video by @VincesArtDesigns:

We are so fortunate to live in a place where nature’s beauty can be accessed in so many unique ways! Train rides in Minnesota are just one of the best ways to experience the state’s scenery, nearly any time of the year! So whether you choose the front or the caboose, bring your sense of adventure to any one of these amazing train rides in the state.

Have you been on one of these train rides in Minnesota? Do you enjoy traveling by train? Which railroad is your favorite to traverse in Minnesota? Be sure to let us know in the comments!

If you simply can’t get enough of trains, then head to the Twin City Model Railroad Museum in St. Paul, Minnesota! You’re sure to have a great time. And if you need accommodations near any of the trains we mentioned, visit Booking.com.