Wondering where to see trains nearby? If you’re a train enthusiast or simply love the charm of locomotives, you’re in luck! There are several fantastic places near you where you can witness the beauty of trains up close. Here’s a list of must-visit locations.
Halton County Radial Railway
Address: 13629 Guelph Line, Milton, ON
Halton County Radial Railway (HCRR) has historical trains, streetcars and railway objects. There’s 2 km of track and operating streetcars. Take a ride and get off for an ice cream. The HCRR is owned and operated by the Ontario Electric Railway Historical Association. It opens for the season in May and runs until October. Admission is per person, and they offer family passes, too! If you have a young train enthusiast in the family or you are looking for a unique birthday party idea, the Halton County Radial Railway also does birthday parties.
Dundas Valley Conservation Area
Address: 650 Governors Road, Dundas, ON
At Dundas Valley Conservation Area, visitors can discover a unique attraction—a decommissioned train. This vintage train car, nestled amidst the natural beauty, serves as a fascinating reminder of the area’s history. It offers a glimpse into the past, allowing visitors to explore its exterior, peek through the windows and imagine the journeys it once embarked upon. The train car as well as a replica of a Victorian train station stands as a captivating feature, blending heritage with nature in this picturesque conservation area. Unfortunately, the interior of the train is no longer open to the public.
Westfield Heritage Village
Address: Westfield Heritage Village, 1049 Kirkwall Road, Rockton, Ontario
A trip to Westfield Heritage Village is a trip back in time and there’s the historic Jerseyville station and Locomotive 103 steam train to explore. The locomotive was built in 1910 by Montreal Locomotive Works. It’s been fully restored, is the largest artifact in the Village, and is used in programming, photo shoots and movies. On Sunday’s and Holidays, parking at the Westfield Conservation Area is $11 per car and admission is $5.50 per person aged 6 years and up. Monday through Saturday, there is a flat rate admission fee of $16.50 per carload.
Hamilton Museum of Steam & Technology
900 Woodward Ave, Hamilton, Ontario
Known as the Steam Museum, the Museum offers Train Days by the Golden Horseshoe Live Steamers in the summer and into the fall. Train Days is a free event included with Museum entry that is by donation held on select days each summer. Ride on a miniature steam train for free around the grounds. Kids are gonna love it. Check the Active Parents calendar for upcoming Train Days events.
Local GO Train and Via Rail Stations
You don’t have to travel far to find a GO train station or a Via rail station in our region. The stations are busy and exciting, no matter the time of day. You can watch from afar or get an up-close look from the platform. Trains go whizzing by all day long and passengers love to exchange waves.
Port Stanley Terminal Rail
Port Stanley Terminal Rail, 309 Bridge Street, Port Stanley, Ontario, N5L 1C5 | website
Welcome to Port Stanley, home to a tourist railway that’s been operating for 40 years. There’s a 1-hour train ride and a 6-hour train ride departing from the Port Stanley Terminal. The 1-hour Scenic Train Ride is a deal at $16.50 for adults and $10.50 for children aged 2 – 14 years. Free for infants 1 and under. Train rides are offered every Saturday and Sunday at 11 am, 1 pm and 3 pm in May and June, and additionally on Wednesdays in July and August. Young kids will also enjoy the special event trains: Easter Bunny Trains, Teddy Bear Trains, Moms Day and Dads Day, Extended Parkside Trip, Music on the Rails, Murder Mystery, Pumpkin Patch and Santa Trains. The gift shop has train-themed merchandise, Melissa & Doug, Thomas the Tank Engine and other children’s books and toys. Train tickets may be purchased online or in the gift shop.
Waterloo Central Railway
50 Isabella Street, St. Jacobs, ON, N0B 2N0 | website
The Heritage Hopper is a fun family afternoon train excursion with hop-on and hop-off stops along the way from Waterloo to St. Jacobs. It makes stops at Northfield, St. Jacob’s Farmer’s Market, St. Jacobs village and Elmira. Ride on a restored steam train and shop for fresh local produce. There’s separate pricing for first class, coach, child, adult and senior. A family pass for 4 costs $74.99. Watch for themed trains for the holidays, specifically at Easter and Christmas.
Canadian Pacific Holiday Train (seasonal)
Various locations (visited 168 communities in 2022) across Canada and the USA
The CP Holiday Train started in 1999, travelling across Canada and the USA in November and December, making stops, hosting concerts, and collecting money and food for people in need. The website has a train tracker once the Holiday Train has started. Watch for local stops in November and December. While the Holiday Train does not offer rides, it does deliver holiday cheer! Enjoy the free concerts and be sure to bring donations for the food bank.
Freeman Station Rail Museum
1285 Fairview St, Burlington, ON L7S 1Y3
(Currently closed) Wondering where to see trains in Burlington? The Station was built in 1906 by the Grand Trunk Railway and moved to its current location and restored by the Friends of Freeman Station volunteers. It is open for public events, class visits and private rentals. Visit the Station to learn about Burlington rail and telecommunications history. There’s a lovingly restored 1913 Canadian Pacific Boxcar and a 1929 Canadian National Caboose onsite. When you’re there be sure to check out the model electric train diorama. Accessible parking and washrooms.
Upcoming Events Train Fans Will Like
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Oakville Fire’s Summer Splash
Various Oakville parks Oakville, ON, CanadaJuly 8 at Valleyridge Park, 2524 Valleyridge Drive July 15 at Wynten Park, 2495 Wynten Way July 22 at Sixteen Hollow Park, 2140 Westoak Trails Boulevard July 29 at Neyagawa […]
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St Catharines Hot Summer Nights
St Catharines - various St Catharines, ON, CanadaSt. Catharines Fire Services' popular Hot Summer Nights community event returns this week for its fifth year, combining giant sprinkler fun with important fire safety education. During the summer, St. […]
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Train Days with the Golden Horseshoe Live Steamers
Hamilton Museum of Steam & Technology 900 Woodward Ave, Hamilton, Ontario, CanadaCatch a ride on a miniature train, operated by the Golden Horseshoe Live Steamers! Various model engines will be running on the miniature railroad track at the museum from 11:00 […]
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Oakville Fire’s Summer Splash
Various Oakville parks Oakville, ON, CanadaJuly 8 at Valleyridge Park, 2524 Valleyridge Drive July 15 at Wynten Park, 2495 Wynten Way July 22 at Sixteen Hollow Park, 2140 Westoak Trails Boulevard July 29 at Neyagawa […]
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St Catharines Hot Summer Nights
St Catharines - various St Catharines, ON, CanadaSt. Catharines Fire Services' popular Hot Summer Nights community event returns this week for its fifth year, combining giant sprinkler fun with important fire safety education. During the summer, St. […]
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Summer Ice Cream Night at Halton County Radial Railway **July 16 cancelled*
Halton County Radial Railway 13629 Guelph Line, Milton, Ontario, CanadaWe’re collaborating with partners to offer Summer Ice Cream Nights at a discounted rate. Join us in raising funds for the Milton Transitional Housing, while enjoying an ice cream and a […]
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Oakville Fire’s Summer Splash
Various Oakville parks Oakville, ON, CanadaJuly 8 at Valleyridge Park, 2524 Valleyridge Drive July 15 at Wynten Park, 2495 Wynten Way July 22 at Sixteen Hollow Park, 2140 Westoak Trails Boulevard July 29 at Neyagawa […]
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St Catharines Hot Summer Nights
St Catharines - various St Catharines, ON, CanadaSt. Catharines Fire Services' popular Hot Summer Nights community event returns this week for its fifth year, combining giant sprinkler fun with important fire safety education. During the summer, St. […]
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Doors Open Burlington
Various Burlington sites Burlington, ON, CanadaDiscover the stories behind Burlington’s most unique spaces during Doors Open! Visitors can go behind the scenes of local businesses and heritage sites, taking a look at the people and […]
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Train Days with the Golden Horseshoe Live Steamers
Hamilton Museum of Steam & Technology 900 Woodward Ave, Hamilton, Ontario, CanadaCatch a ride on a miniature train, operated by the Golden Horseshoe Live Steamers! Various model engines will be running on the miniature railroad track at the museum from 11:00 […]
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Oakville Fire’s Summer Splash
Various Oakville parks Oakville, ON, CanadaJuly 8 at Valleyridge Park, 2524 Valleyridge Drive July 15 at Wynten Park, 2495 Wynten Way July 22 at Sixteen Hollow Park, 2140 Westoak Trails Boulevard July 29 at Neyagawa […]
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St Catharines Hot Summer Nights
St Catharines - various St Catharines, ON, CanadaSt. Catharines Fire Services' popular Hot Summer Nights community event returns this week for its fifth year, combining giant sprinkler fun with important fire safety education. During the summer, St. […]
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Summer Ice Cream Night at Halton County Radial Railway **July 16 cancelled*
Halton County Radial Railway 13629 Guelph Line, Milton, Ontario, CanadaWe’re collaborating with partners to offer Summer Ice Cream Nights at a discounted rate. Join us in raising funds for the Milton Transitional Housing, while enjoying an ice cream and a […]
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Burlington Model Railway Club Public Demonstration
Burlington Model Railway Club 1137 Hidden Valley Road, Burlington, Ontario, CanadaAt the Burlington Model Railway Centre - Hidden Valley Park, Aldershot (Burlington) Ontario See operating model railroads in three different scales: N-scale and HO scale layouts inside, G-scale outside on the garden railway […]
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Oakville Fire’s Summer Splash
Various Oakville parks Oakville, ON, CanadaJuly 8 at Valleyridge Park, 2524 Valleyridge Drive July 15 at Wynten Park, 2495 Wynten Way July 22 at Sixteen Hollow Park, 2140 Westoak Trails Boulevard July 29 at Neyagawa […]
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Train Days with the Golden Horseshoe Live Steamers
Hamilton Museum of Steam & Technology 900 Woodward Ave, Hamilton, Ontario, CanadaCatch a ride on a miniature train, operated by the Golden Horseshoe Live Steamers! Various model engines will be running on the miniature railroad track at the museum from 11:00 […]
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Summer Ice Cream Night at Halton County Radial Railway **July 16 cancelled*
Halton County Radial Railway 13629 Guelph Line, Milton, Ontario, CanadaWe’re collaborating with partners to offer Summer Ice Cream Nights at a discounted rate. Join us in raising funds for the Milton Transitional Housing, while enjoying an ice cream and a […]
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Warbird Fly-In
Canadian Warplane Heritage Museum 9280 Airport Rd, Mount Hope, Ontario, CanadaCome out to our Warbird Fly-In! We are expecting a variety of restored vintage military aircraft and will also be highlighting the 80th Anniversary of the first flight of the […]
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Burlington Model Railway Club Public Demonstration
Burlington Model Railway Club 1137 Hidden Valley Road, Burlington, Ontario, CanadaAt the Burlington Model Railway Centre - Hidden Valley Park, Aldershot (Burlington) Ontario See operating model railroads in three different scales: N-scale and HO scale layouts inside, G-scale outside on the garden railway […]
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5th Annual HorsePower 4 Hospital in support of Joseph Brant Hospital Foundation
Paletta Lakefront Park 4280 Lakeshore Rd, Burlington, ON, CanadaJoin us September 13, 2026, for the 5th Annual HorsePower 4 Hospital, founded by Angelo Paletta and TNG Exotics & Limited Editions The Next Generation, and Vince Molinaro and Paradigm […]
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