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| Tourist railways from the USA, Canada and Mexico listed by states or provinces in alphabetical order by name to help you find them easily. Listing of tourist railway companies that operate tourist railroad tours for avid train enthusiasts. |
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| Total Tourist Railways in MINNESOTA: 9 |
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Como-Harriet Streetcar Line - MTM
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Address: 193 Pennsylvania Ave E, St. Paul, MINNESOTA, 55101 USA. Tel.: 800-711-2591 Toll Free:
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On the shores of Lake Harriet the streetcars ride again. Three restored streetcars ply part of the original right of way that once stretched from Stillwater all the way to Lake Minnetonka. So come aboard the Museum's car lines, and ride the beautifully restored Twin Cities and Duluth streetcars along the scenic rights-of-way back to the days when the trolley was king ... when Twin Citians went to work, school, and play by trolley.
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Hits: 300 Rating: 1.00 Votes: 1 Rate/Vote It Added: 4-Nov-2002
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Lake Superior & Mississippi Railroad
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Address: 500 S 59 Ave W, Duluth, MINNESOTA, 55807 USA. Tel.: 218-624-7549 Toll Free:
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The 1.5 hour-trip follows the shoreline of the St. Louis River estuary, Spirit Lake and Mud Lake. This historic route provides a chance to view wildlife in its natural environment, while enjoying the majestic beauty of the river and surrounding area. To ride on a right-of-way over 130 years old with many curves, restored coaches over 80 years old, and a narration on history is a priceless exposure to "how it was" during the early years of railroading.
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Hits: 545 Rating: 3.00 Votes: 3 Rate/Vote It Added: 4-Nov-2002
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Lester River - North Shore Scenic Railroad
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Address: 506 West Michigan St, Duluth, MINNESOTA, 55802 USA. Tel.: (218) 722-1273 Toll Free: (800) 423-1273
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This excursion follows the shores of Lake Superior for 3.5 miles, then brings you 3.5 miles through wooded and residential areas, over two scenic bridges, to the Lester River.
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Hits: 465 Rating: 2.25 Votes: 4 Rate/Vote It Added: 4-Nov-2002
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Mesabi Railway Trolley (Ironworld Discovery Center)
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Address: 801 SW Hwy 169, Suite 1, Chisholm, MINNESOTA, 55719 USA. Tel.: 218-254-7959 Toll Free: 800-372-6437
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The Mesabi Railway transports visitors by trolley from the main park to Glen Location. Round trip, the railroad runs 2.5 miles along the edge of the Glen mine. Spectacular vistas show off the man-made canyon whose steep walls plunge down hundreds of feet to a pit bottom now filled with cold spring water.
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Hits: 176 Rating: 1.00 Votes: 1 Rate/Vote It Added: 27-Aug-2003
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Milwaukee Road 4-8-4 No. 261
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Address: 4322 Lakepoint Court, ShoreView, MINNESOTA, 55126 USA. Tel.: N/A Toll Free:
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The Friends of the 261 is a non-profit 501(c)(3) support group which was formed to aid in the operation of Milwaukee Road 261, a massive 4-8-4 Northern class steam locomotive built in 1944. Since Milwaukee Road 261 return to operation in 1993, it has compiled an astonishing record of reliability and service.
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Hits: 424 Rating: 5.00 Votes: 1 Rate/Vote It Added: 4-Nov-2002
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Minnesota Transportation Museum
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Address: 193 Pennsylvania Ave E, St. Paul, MINNESOTA, 55101 USA. Tel.: 715-755-3570 Toll Free:
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Experience the beautiful St. Croix River Valley on a 20 mile interstate round trip between Osceola, Wisconsin & Marine on St. Croix, Minnesota or on a shorter 10 mile round trip between Dresser and Osceola, Wisconsin. The Osceola & St. Croix Valley Railway operates diesel and steam excursions on Wisconsin Central Ltd. track through a trackage rights agreement with Wisconson Central Railroad. Steam or Diesel Powered Trains. Trips take 50 or 90 Minutes.
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Hits: 345 Rating: 5.00 Votes: 2 Rate/Vote It Added: 4-Nov-2002
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Osceola & St. Croix Valley Railway
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Address: 114 Depot Road, Osceola, Wisconsin, MINNESOTA, 54020 USA. Tel.: 715-755-3570 Toll Free:
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The Osceola & St. Croix Valley Railway operates vintage railway equipment between Minnesota and Wisconsin, weekends and holidays, through the scenic St. Croix River Valley spring, summer, and fall. In addition to the regular schedule, the railway also operates special brunch, dinner, and pizza trains. The railway is also available for special occasions such as birthdays, anniversaries, weddings, even business functions!
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Hits: 471 Rating: 0 Votes: 0 Rate/Vote It Added: 18-Jul-2003
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Pizza Train - North Shore Scenic Railroad
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Address: 506 West Michigan St, Duluth, MINNESOTA, 55802 USA. Tel.: (218) 722-1273 Toll Free: (800) 423-1273
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Travels for 3.5 miles along the shores of Lake Superior, through wooded and residential areas, and over five scenic bridges to Palmer's Siding, just short of Knife River. 2 1/2 Hours/34 Miles Roundtrip includes : 1/2 14-inch Domino's Pizza, One soda per ticket purchased.
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Hits: 462 Rating: 5.00 Votes: 1 Rate/Vote It Added: 4-Nov-2002
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Two Harbors - North Shore Scenic Railroad
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Address: 506 West Michigan St, Duluth, MINNESOTA, 55802 USA. Tel.: (218) 722-1273 Toll Free: (800) 423-1273
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Travels for 3.5 miles along the shores of Lake Superior, through wooded and residential areas, and over seven scenic bridges to Two Harbors. 6 Hours/52 Miles Roundtrip (includes 2 hour layover)
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Hits: 372 Rating: 0 Votes: 0 Rate/Vote It Added: 4-Nov-2002
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| Last updated: 15-Mar-2010 - 08:35:57 |
 Visits since Jul 12, 1999. |
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