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Strasburg Rail Road050
in Ronks, PA 17572about Strasburg Rail Road:
The Strasburg Rail Road offers a trip back in time. Guests ride aboard authentically restored passenger cars - pulled by a huge, coal-burning steam locomotive - and pass real working Amish farms.
Train ticket prices depend on which type of train car you choose. The standard Coach Cars are beautifully restored in authentic Victorian style. Ride aboard the Open Air Car and tour the scenic surrounding with a wide-open view of Pennsylvania Dutch country. Lancaster County foods are served in the elegantly restored Lee E. Brenner Dining Car. Indulge with a ride aboard the First-Class Parlor Car, offering Wine and Cheese Train Rides (for adults 21 and older) on select evenings April through November. Thomas the Tank Engine fans can take part in special Day Out with Thomas events in June, September, and December.
Behind-the-scenes guided tours of the railroad's mechanical shops, where trains are built and refurbished, are also available.
The East Strasburg Station offers several spots to browse, snack, and dine, including The Sweet & Treat Shop, The Trackside Cafe, Backshop Books & Hobbies, The Railroad Company Store, and The Railroad Toy Store, featuring a variety of Thomas & Friends train items for purchase.
Train ticket prices depend on which type of train car you choose. The standard Coach Cars are beautifully restored in authentic Victorian style. Ride aboard the Open Air Car and tour the scenic surrounding with a wide-open view of Pennsylvania Dutch country. Lancaster County foods are served in the elegantly restored Lee E. Brenner Dining Car. Indulge with a ride aboard the First-Class Parlor Car, offering Wine and Cheese Train Rides (for adults 21 and older) on select evenings April through November. Thomas the Tank Engine fans can take part in special Day Out with Thomas events in June, September, and December.
Behind-the-scenes guided tours of the railroad's mechanical shops, where trains are built and refurbished, are also available.
The East Strasburg Station offers several spots to browse, snack, and dine, including The Sweet & Treat Shop, The Trackside Cafe, Backshop Books & Hobbies, The Railroad Company Store, and The Railroad Toy Store, featuring a variety of Thomas & Friends train items for purchase.
message from Strasburg Rail Road:
Special Events:
Easter Bunny Train: Welcome spring and take a ride with Peter Cottontail as your Conductor. April 6-8, 2012.
The Great Train Robbery: Bring your sense of adventure along for this ride. Passengers aboard this train should be on guard for a gang of robbers rumored to be in the Strasburg area. Not to worry, though, law enforcement will be on hand to protect our passengers and see that justice is served on April 15, July 8 and October 21, 2012.
Day Out With Thomas: Go totally Thomas as America's beloved little blue engine pays a visit. Meet Sir Topham Hatt, take a train ride and visit the Imagination Station. Don't forget to visit their shops where you'll find an abundance of Thomas merchandise throughout the event and throughout the year. Thomas chugs into the station June 16-24, September 15-23 and November 16-18, 2012
Santa's Paradise Express: Celebrate the season and visit with Santa as carolers and musicians stroll from car to car on November 23-25, December 1-2, 8-9 and 15-16, 2012.
getting there:
Located on Route 741, 1.5 miles east of the center square of Strasburg.
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