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The Polar Express Ride

Park Road 70 Hwy 84 East, Texas State Railroad Palestine Depot, Palestine, TX 75801
1-888-987-2461
Ranked #1 of 1 tours in Palestine
3.5 of 5 stars 38 Reviews
Type: Tours, Scenic Railroads
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McKinney, Texas
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4 reviews 4 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
1 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 May 2012

We have made a family tradition of going to the Polar Express for the last three years. However, I am really disappointed in their changes for tickets to the event announced this week. We are a family of three, but they are now requiring premium tickets (reserved tables, etc) to be purchased only in sets of 4. It's already very... More

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Dallas, Texas
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5 reviews 5 reviews
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1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 April 2012

Too expensive for the average guy and family. More like a wealthy family's fun outing / experience. More

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Palestine, TX
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3 reviews 3 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 January 2012

We live in the area so fortunately we can easily make a trip to the Polar Express. It is very worthwhile for children 2-12 (or of all ages with an open mind and joyful heart.) Our kids have enjoyed it each and every year we've done it. We haven't done it in a row three times. We spaced it out... More

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Athens, Georgia
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7 reviews 7 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 January 2012

Little children love this ride. Memorable and fun for the young t heart More

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Kingwood, Texas, United States
2 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 January 2012

Wonderful experience! The kids had a wonderful time and so did we. More

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Houston, Texas
2 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 January 2012

Friendly staff, clean, good breakfast & Manager's Reception on Wednesday night More

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Houston, Texas, United States
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4 reviews 4 reviews
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5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 December 2011

The ride was good, but very pricey. Kids enjoyed the entertainment and hot chocolate. More

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Baltimore, Maryland
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15 reviews 15 reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
2 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 December 2011

My husband and I went with my mom, sister, brother in law and two boys, ages 6 and 9. The train was breathtaking when it came into the station, but that was where the fun ended. The car was freezing, the hot chocolate was luke warm and the cookies were cold. The chefs on the train were fun, and singing... More

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Abilene, Texas
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12 reviews 12 reviews
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6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 December 2011
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We took our 4 yr old boy and it was fantastic! They really do a great job of making it fun for the kids. Our "cook" who brought out the hot chocolate and cookies danced with every child at the end when they played Christmas carols. Everybody sang along with the carols and this was just a really cool train... More

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Humble
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 December 2011
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My Husband and I took our Daughter, Son-in-Law and 4 yr old Grandson to the Polar Express. It was a 2.5 hr drive which we made in a 40 ft Motorhome. The tickets are a little pricey, but the ride was great. The two waiters in our car were great with the kids, dancing up and down the aisle with... More

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