Cincinnati is a town that loves and appreciates its history and perhaps that is why we have so many nostalgic train excursions and destinations in our city. It’s likely you’ve heard of many of them, but chances are these unique train rides will be new to you. Throughout the year, the Ohio Rail Experience offers train rides in Cincinnati and the surrounding areas. These one-of-a-kind rides show you the Queen City and our beautiful region like never before and you’re going to want to hop aboard.

The Ohio Rail Experiences operates in partnership with local historical societies, the Lebanon Mason Monroe Railroad, and the Cincinnati Railway Company to bring several unique train rides to the Cincinnati area. If you've ever wanted to enjoy a scenic ride on the rails and hear the call of "all aboard!" then these trips are for you.
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The rides take place throughout the year, however, specific trips often are not repeated. That means if you see one that interests you, get those tickets ASAP!
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Rides can sometimes unfortunately be cancelled due to weather but check the website for a full list of available options. The website is a good one to save and keep handy and check back often to see what is available.
These one-of-a-kind rides are popular for a reason, as they provide scenery and access to areas that haven't been seen by train passengers in a very long time.
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Each of these rides features both historic and modernized train cars and you can choose from a variety of interior conditions. It's not common to be able to wave and look out the window or feel the breeze as you zip past the countryside, but you can do just that on these train excursions.
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You can read a full description of each ride on the website, but each one has features that make it unique and exciting. Many cross high bridges, rivers, and you can imagine how beautiful it is at the peak of fall color.
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When choosing a seat, pick from a deluxe long-distance car or the coach class (shown below). Each has its pros and cons but all provide the same views and historic experience.
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The train rides are great for families and locomotive lovers of all ages.
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Keep in mind that the historic rail cars are not ADA accessible, and you can read more about that and other accommodations on their website.
A train ride with the Ohio Rail Experience is truly a one-of-a-kind excursion that gives you a unique and historic view of our area. If you love trains or enjoy trying something new in our city, be sure to check out the schedule and make plans now for a ride on the rails you won't soon forget.
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Any ride with the Ohio Rail Experience is sure to be a nostalgic step back in time and a unique way to see our city and region. Did you know about these trips? Would you like to enjoy one of them? Let us know in the comments!

For more information on these train rides and to purchase tickets for upcoming trips, visit the Ohio Rail Experience website.

And for more train fun throughout Cincinnati, check out our train-themed road trip in a previous article.

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