Baltimore and its surrounding area is rich with railroad history. If you’re up for an adventure full of vintage trains, replicas, and even a scenic railroad ride, then check out the following road trip! Driving time is 1 hour and 25 minutes (not including stops), and it’s the perfect way to spend a weekend. Let’s go!
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- B&O Railroad Museum
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Flickr / Craig Fildes There are several railroad museums in Maryland but this one just may be the most impressive. You can see vintage locomotives up close, witness a turntable rotate before your eyes, and even partake in a train ride along America’s first commercial mile of railroad track. Admission is $18 for adults, $16 for seniors, and $12 for children.
Address:
901 W Pratt St
Baltimore, MD 21223
Website
- Ellicott City B&O Railroad Museum
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Flickr / Preservation Maryland This charming railroad museum is located in Ellicott City. It may be smaller in size, but it’s filled with tidbits of Maryland’s railroad history. A must-see.
Address:
2711 Maryland Ave
Ellicott City, MD 21043
Website
- Baldwin’s Station
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Baldwin’s Station Website Time for a lunch break! Baldwin’s Station is a train station turned restaurant in Sykesville. The interior is decorated with train-themed decor but things get even better when you step out onto the back patio. Trains still whiz by this location, making for a dining experience to remember.
Address:
6718 Main St
Sykesville, MD 21784
Website
- Roads and Rails Museum
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Facebook / Roads and Rails Museum This miniature train world has one of the most impressive displays in America. You could spend hours spotting all the little details and kids absolutely love this place.
Address:
200 N East St
Frederick, MD 21701
Website
- Walkersville Southern Railroad and Museum
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Facebook / Walkersville Southern Railroad and Museum We’ve saved the best spot for last as we end our road trip with a scenic train ride! Walkersville Southern Railroad will take you on a journey through historic Monocacy Valley, offering gorgeous views along the way. Basic excursions are $12 for adults, $11 for seniors, and $8 for children.
Address:
34 W Pennsylvania Ave
Walkersville, MD 21793
Website
Plan accordingly, and you could be in for one weekend to remember!
Flickr / Craig Fildes
There are several railroad museums in Maryland but this one just may be the most impressive. You can see vintage locomotives up close, witness a turntable rotate before your eyes, and even partake in a train ride along America’s first commercial mile of railroad track. Admission is $18 for adults, $16 for seniors, and $12 for children.
Address:
901 W Pratt St
Baltimore, MD 21223
Website
Mr.TinDC
Flickr / Preservation Maryland
This charming railroad museum is located in Ellicott City. It may be smaller in size, but it’s filled with tidbits of Maryland’s railroad history. A must-see.
Address:
2711 Maryland Ave
Ellicott City, MD 21043
Website
Facebook / Baldwin’s Station
Baldwin’s Station Website
Time for a lunch break! Baldwin’s Station is a train station turned restaurant in Sykesville. The interior is decorated with train-themed decor but things get even better when you step out onto the back patio. Trains still whiz by this location, making for a dining experience to remember.
Address:
6718 Main St
Sykesville, MD 21784
Website
Facebook / Roads and Rails Museum
This miniature train world has one of the most impressive displays in America. You could spend hours spotting all the little details and kids absolutely love this place.
Address:
200 N East St
Frederick, MD 21701
Website
Facebook / Walkersville Southern Railroad and Museum
We’ve saved the best spot for last as we end our road trip with a scenic train ride! Walkersville Southern Railroad will take you on a journey through historic Monocacy Valley, offering gorgeous views along the way. Basic excursions are $12 for adults, $11 for seniors, and $8 for children.
Address:
34 W Pennsylvania Ave
Walkersville, MD 21793
Website
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