Train Rides Explorer lists 5 train rides in Alabama. Compare the practical details families need before planning a visit.
Birmingham Zoo Express (Red Diamond Express) is a toddler-friendly zoo ride in Birmingham, AL. The ride lasts ~10-15 min, costs Included w/ zoo admission (~$18) for adults and Included w/ zoo admission (~$14 ages 2-12) for children, and children under two ride FREE.
Narrow-gauge zoo train at the Birmingham Zoo (AZA-accredited). The Red Diamond Express is a 2ft narrow-gauge railway that circles the zoo's 122 acres. See 900+ animals including elephants, rhinos, sea lions. Also has a carousel, splash pad, and children's zoo. Very toddler-friendly.
Heart of Dixie Railroad Museum is a toddler-friendly museum ride in Calera, AL. The ride lasts an unspecified amount of time, costs an unspecified amount for adults.
Heart of Dixie Railroad Museum, Shelby & Southern Railroad and Calera & Shelby Railroad
Mercury & Chase Railroad is a toddler-friendly scenic ride in Birmingham, AL. The ride lasts an unspecified amount of time, costs an unspecified amount for adults.
A heritage railroad in Alabama offering excursion train rides through the scenic countryside. A fun outing for families looking to experience vintage rail travel in the Deep South.
Tannehill Ironworks State Park Train is a toddler-friendly scenic ride in McCalla, AL (near Birmingham), AL. The ride lasts ~15 min, costs Included w/ park admission (~$5) for adults and Included w/ park admission for children, and children under two ride FREE.
Scenic train ride at Tannehill Ironworks Historical State Park. Short ride through the historic 19th-century ironworks site. Park has a pioneer farm, craft shops, and hiking trails. The train runs on special event days. Inexpensive family day trip from Birmingham.
Wales West Light Railway is a toddler-friendly scenic ride in Silverhill, AL. The ride lasts an unspecified amount of time, costs an unspecified amount for adults.
A narrow-gauge light railway in Alabama offering family-friendly train rides through wooded landscapes. Features special seasonal events including themed train rides for holidays.
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