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About Florida Railroad Museum

Visit the Florida Railroad Museum in Parrish, a nonprofit railroad museum preserving Florida’s rail heritage. With a six-mile heritage rail line from Parrish to Willow and a collection of historic rolling stock, the museum offers weekend train rides, special events, and immersive exhibits for all ages. We’ve got you covered with practical details on seating, parking, accessibility, transit, and nearby accommodations and dining so you can plan a smooth, ticket-free-in-advance visit.

Plan ahead for a memorable day at the Florida Railroad Museum. Rides typically depart on Saturdays and Sundays around 11:00 AM and 2:00 PM, with special events sprinkled throughout the year such as the North Pole Express and A Day Out with Thomas. Parking is free on-site, and there are multiple lodging and dining options within a short drive in Bradenton. We can help you secure convenient arrangements and provide travel tips so you can focus on enjoying the trains and exhibits. For the most up-to-date schedule and accessibility details, check the museum’s official channels and local transit options.

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Seating, Parking & Venue Information

  • Address: 12210 83rd Street East, Parrish, FL 34219
  • Venue type: nonprofit railroad museum with a six-mile heritage rail line (Parrish to Willow) and rolling-stock exhibits
  • Seating/chart: no public seating chart published; car capacities include ACL 250 with 45 seats, SAL 6203 with 74 seats; 6324 is an open-air coach; seating may be first-come in some cars and reserved in others
  • Typical train rides: weekends (Saturday & Sunday) with departures around 11:00 AM and 2:00 PM; special events run throughout the year
  • Parking: free on-site parking
  • Accessibility: one level boarding via ramp into an open-air car; other cars may be inaccessible for some mobility devices
  • Transit: public transit options exist via Manatee County Area Transit (MCAT); Route 99 links Bradenton and Sarasota; no explicit Parrish-to-museum service published; check MCAT for current routes
  • Nearby hotels: multiple hotels in Bradenton/Bradenton-North I-75 area (e.g., Quality Inn Bradenton North I-75; other Choice Hotels in the Bradenton area)
  • Notable events hosted: North Pole Express, Pumpkin Patch Express, Cotton Tail Special, Valentine Limited, A Day Out with Thomas, Murder Mystery Dinner Train, Train Robberies