Description:
- This museum houses the world's largest indoor model railroad (spread over an area of 24,000 square feet), along with many other exciting exhibits. The museum's aim is to preserve the history of model railroading and to educate the public on its varied aspects. There's a Toy Train Gallery, complete with interactive Lionel and Brio layouts. Another area of the museum is dedicated to four large-scale models depicting the main railroads of the Southwest. A gift shop offers T-shirts, overalls and books. The first Tuesday of the month is free for everyone.
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Awards:
Frommer's
- Recommended 2009
- Recommended 2010
- Details
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Contact:
- visit website
- tel: +1 619 696 0199
- send email
Address:
- 1649 El Prado
- Casa de Balboa, under the Museum of Photographic Arts
- San Diego, CA 92101
Neighborhood:
Downtown - Centre CityHours:
- Tu-F 11a-4p, Sa-Su 11a-5p
Strenuousness:
- No Sweat
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