Several heritage railways provide shorter, family-friendly excursions, sometimes with seasonal themes like pumpkin patches.

DENVER (KDVR) — Colorado has seemingly endless opportunities to enjoy the great outdoors, from hiking or skiing to boating and rafting. Sometimes, though, the best way to see Colorado’s incredible ...

Looking for fall colors around Ohio? Why not see them by train on one of the best fall foliage rides in the nation? The CVSR traverses the length of the Cuyahoga Valley National Park between Akron and ...

Nothing adds magic to the holiday season quite like Polar Express train rides and festive Christmas trains. To help your ...

Though taking the train in Europe has long been a favorite way to travel, it has become increasingly popular in the U.S. Once considered by many to be old-fashioned, train ...

A beloved long-running local railroad has been named among the nation’s most picturesque train rides. The California Western Railroad, also known as the Skunk Train, took the 10th and final spot in a ...

Hop aboard one of the most scenic train journeys in America, which zooms past beautiful lakes and vibrant forests on its way ...

One of the best ways to view the changing autumnal colors is with a scenic train ride. There are a variety of routes across the US, Canada, and Europe that are ideal for fall. Some of these train ...

If you’ve ever driven through the West and wished you could focus less on the road and more on the natural landscape around you, then the Rocky Mountaineer is for you. This luxury train offers scenic ...

The Austin Steam Train Association is bringing holiday cheer one train ride at a time — and it all starts November 29th with the return of the beloved North Pole Flyer. This Christmas-themed ...

As a frequent train traveler, I've found ways to make my time in Amtrak's coach sections better. I pack a pillow so I can get comfy and a cooler of food so I don't have to rely on the café car.