TrainTown

TrainTown is a Sonoma County institution - a miniature railroad theme park that’s been delighting families since 1958. The train ride alone makes it worth the trip, but there’s a full afternoon of activities here.

The Train Ride

The star attraction: a 20-minute ride on quarter-scale trains through 10 acres of landscaped grounds. The route includes:

• Tunnels and bridges
• A stop at a miniature town
• Lake views
• Scaled-down buildings and scenes

Kids can see the engineer operating the train and experience the thrill of real railroad travel in miniature.

Beyond the Train

Petting Zoo

Goats, llamas, chickens, and other friendly animals at the miniature town stop.

Vintage Rides

• Carousel
• Ferris wheel
• Airplane ride
• Climbing structure

Snack Bar

Hot dogs, popcorn, ice cream - classic theme park fare.

Perfect Age Range

TrainTown is ideal for toddlers through early elementary. The pace is gentle, the rides are non-scary, and the whole experience is sized for small people. Older kids may find it tame, but little ones think it’s magical.

Practical Tips

• Free parking and admission - you only pay for what you ride
• Bring cash for faster transactions
• Go early on summer weekends to avoid crowds
• Stroller-friendly throughout the grounds
• Shaded areas but bring sun protection

Why Families Return

TrainTown is the rare place that delivers exactly what it promises: simple, wholesome fun that kids remember. No screens, no overstimulation - just trains, animals, and classic rides.