Posted in Columbus
October 23, 2017
This Wine-Themed Train Near Columbus Will Give You The Ride Of A Lifetime
Do you enjoy beautiful natural landscapes? Do you miss the good ol’ feeling of riding a train? Do you like wine? If yes, you will certainly love the Grape Escape rides offered by the Cuyahoga Valley Scenic Railway! Located in one of the most incredible places to visit in Ohio, this experience is waiting for you just a couple hours outside of Columbus. Head up north to experience a wine tasting on a train ride!
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The park has 33,000 acres of beautiful land, and every available train ride takes you through some of its unforgettable scenery.
On each ride, you will have a chance to try five specially selected wines. The wines are paired with chef-prepared hors d’oeuvres.
Each ride lasts about two hours. Tickets begin at $60 and vary depending on where you choose to sit. Everyone on the ride must be 21 or older.
Rockside Station is located at 7900 Old Rockside Rd., Independence, OH 44131. This is about a 2-hour drive from Columbus.
Information about all the wine and beer rides is available here. Rides fill up quickly, so make sure to reserve a spot in advance!
You're already there, so why not explore what else the area has to offer? Check out these 9 Reasons To Drop Everything And Visit Cuyahoga Valley National Park.
Have you been on this one-of-a-kind ride? Let us know how you liked it in the comments below, and don’t forget to share your photos with us on the Only In Columbus Facebook page or on Instagram @onlyincolumbus!