Stand in the shadow of a 150-year-old, 40-ton monument to innovation, engineering and history. Take a ride along the rails that played a key role in the development of the Golden State. See the history of the California railways come to life in engaging exhibits. A visit to the California State Railroad Museum is a not-to-be-missed experience for persons of all ages.

Located in Old Sacramento, the California State Railroad Museum, a Smithsonian Affiliate, offers engaging exhibits for all visitors and ages, a roundhouse museum space filled with trains, toy and model trains, museum store, research library, passenger station, and historic excursion train rides.

The Excursion Train rides operate on weekends April through September. Check our website for dates and times and tickets.

The Museum and Museum Store is open 7 days a week from 10 am to 5 pm.