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Wilmington and Western Railroad

Wilmington, DE
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Ranked #3 of 29 attractions in Wilmington
4.5 of 5 stars 17 Reviews
Type: Scenic Railroads
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Wilmington, Delaware
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53 reviews 53 reviews
Reviews in 20 cities Reviews in 20 cities
19 helpful votes 19 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 May 2012

We put pennys on the track and went back for them after the train left the station (with permission, of course). The kids loved it. More

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Delaware
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10 reviews 10 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 April 2012

Took the Santa train with the grandkids. Going through the woods along the creek offered continually changing views. More

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NJ
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13 reviews 13 reviews
Reviews in 11 cities Reviews in 11 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 April 2012

If you're a Rail Fan, this is a Must See. Even if you just want a ride through the area, it's good for that too. Well run, well maintained. Unbelievable amount of effort by volunteers to keep part of American railroad history running. Be sure to spend time chatting with the train crew. They are very knowledgeable and eager to... More

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Claymont, Delaware
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11 reviews 11 reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 March 2012

Just a very relaxing ride for adults and kids. They stop at a picnic area so bring something to eat its fun takes about 90 mintes round trip. More

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delaware
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13 reviews 13 reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 March 2012

What a nice way to spend a Sunday afternoon with the family. My 4 year old nephew absolutely loved the ride and got a little history lesson about Delaware as well. More

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Philadelphia
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57 reviews 57 reviews
Reviews in 30 cities Reviews in 30 cities
12 helpful votes 12 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 March 2012

The train is loud and hot (especially in summer) but the view along the ride is very nice. More

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Wilmington, Delaware
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21 reviews 21 reviews
Reviews in 12 cities Reviews in 12 cities
12 helpful votes 12 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 February 2012
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Nice ride with the grandparents and kids through Wilmington and Hockessin. Very nice in great weather for walking around when the train stopped. We won the tickets, so I'm not sure how much it cost, but it was a good time for all of us...we'd do it again. More

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Wilmington, DE
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4 reviews 4 reviews
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1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 February 2012

The photo (L) is incorrect. The photo shows the Wilmington Train Station, not the Wilminton & Western Railroad which is a historical steam engine railroad. More

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Charleston, South Carolina
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42 reviews 42 reviews
Reviews in 11 cities Reviews in 11 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 February 2012

This is a step back into history. The kids are memorized by it. I love it for parties and a night ride More

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Cape May, New Jersey
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17 reviews 17 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 February 2012

Great little railroad.Friendly people and great location. More

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