Posted in Delaware Attractions January 20, 2022 by

The Scenic Train Ride In Delaware That Runs Year-Round

When you’re looking for something to do in Delaware, you can always count on the Wilmington and Western Railroad! This family-friendly rolling museum hosts all sorts of scenic trips throughout the year showcasing the Red Clay Valley in all of its seasonal beauty.

Step back in time on a trip down the tracks with the Wilmington and Western Railroad!
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Their train tours follow historic tracks and you're sure to enjoy the nostalgia of traveling via vintage railcar.
Throughout most of the year, the trails are rolling on the tracks to showcase Delaware's natural beauty and to celebrate events in all seasons.
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While the railroad does take a brief hiatus between Christmas and early spring, you'll be able to find a scenic trip pretty much any other time.
The Wilmington and Western Railroad hosts scenic rides as well as celebration rides and limited-edition experiences.
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In the past, they've hosted dinner trains, Easter Bunny trains, and even wine trains in the spring and summer.
If you want to see stunning fall foliage, get your tickets well in advance. For speciality trains, they sell out quick!
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The fall scenery is hard to beat, and it's no wonder so many people want to ride a vintage railcar to see one of Delaware's most pristine and remote regions.
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Some of their most popular excursions let you ride in an open-air caboose, taking in all the sights of the valley.
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If you've driven around Hockessin in December, chances are you've seen their Holiday Lights Express Doodlebug car. It brings as much cheer to those around town as it does to the passengers!
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Whether you want to feel a warm spring wind in your hair or you want to bring your children on a Santa Claus train in December, you'll find something fun to do with the Wilmington and Western Railroad almost any time of year.
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Learn more about the Wilmington and Western Railroad on their website, here.

Address: Wilmington & Western Railroad, 2201 Newport Gap Pike, Wilmington, DE 19808, USA