Join Santa, carolers, musicians, and more aboard our steam train for a holiday ride to remember! Afterward, visit the retail shops, Cafe 1832, and Mrs. Claus. The Santa’s Paradise Express is the FULL experience!
Quick Details
Parlor No. 88
Seats up to 30
All Ages 1+
$ 65
Infants (Under age 1)
Free
Private Charter
Up to 30 people
$ 1950
Lounge Car No. 118
Seats up to 22
All Ages 1+
$ 65
Infants (Under age 1)
Free
Private Charter
Up to 22 people
$ 1425
Lounge Car No. 75
Seats up to 14
All Ages 1+
$ 65
Infants (Under age 1)
Free
Private Charters
Up to 14 people
$ 925
Santa Train Ride To Paradise
Ho, ho, ho! Santa’s aboard this classic steam train for a holiday ride to remember!
A Christmas tradition since 1959, Strasburg Rail Road welcomes a very special visitor every November and December. That’s right, Santa himself will climb aboard the historic steam train to greet families as they travel down the tracks to Paradise, PA, and back. As a special treat, children ages 11 and under will receive a small gift from Santa during this nostalgic 45-minute steam train ride.
A visit with Mrs. Claus, letter writing, music from professional carolers and musicians, a Christmas “review show” at the Town Square Stage, and outdoor mall activities are all included with each ticket. First Class guests receive complimentary hot cocoa and a cookie.
Santa Letters: If you would like a return letter from Santa, please bring a standard-sized (No. 10), self-addressed stamped envelope with you and place it in the “North Pole Express” mailbox located near the Mrs. Claus area.
Premium Car Options
Parlor No. 88
Surround yourself in splendor and comfort aboard the Parlor Car. Indulge yourself with our unique selection of confections and beverages available for purchase.
Lounge No. 118 “Linn W. Moedinger”
Enjoy the luxury of the highback, swivel captain’s chairs. Confections and beverages may be purchased separately onboard the car.
Lounge No. 75 “Henry K. Long”
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