San Diego Model Railroad Museum
San Diego Model railroad museum
Located in Balboa Park
Hours: Wednesday - Sunday from 11 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Resident Free Thursday February 12, 2026.
Balboa Park Parking
Planning a visit to Balboa Park? Parking updates began March 2:
City of San Diego residents can register for free Tier 2 & 3 parking and discounted Tier 1 parking.
The Bea Evenson Lot (near San Diego Natural History Museum) and Palisades Lot (at Comic-Con Museum) are now Tier 2.
Disabled placards/plates park free in regular spaces.
Paid parking ends at 6pm.
The public tram runs 8am–8pm.
Parking is also free on City holidays, including March 31 (Cesar Chavez Day) a great time to visit the San Diego Model Railroad Museum.
For More Info Visit: Parking Information for Balboa Park | City of San Diego Official Website
As conversations around paid parking continue, the Balboa Park Cultural Partnership has launched SaveBalboaPark.org, where you can share how parking policies affect your access to the park and its cultural institutions. Balboa Park is a shared civic treasure, and community voices matter.
Kids 12 and under get into the museum for free with paid adult admission
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We rely on generous donations to continue providing programs, family celebrations, and ground breaking exhibits for everyone!
Membership is an excellent way to show your support while enjoying valuable benefits. Join us today, have fun for a whole year!
Share your love for fun and adventure by volunteering! We offer training, flexible hours, discounts, free passes, and more!
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The San Diego Model Railroad Museum is 27,000 square feet of trains, tracks, and trestles in the heart of Balboa Park. Our beloved train museum showcases the history of railroading across Southern California. If you’re looking for fun things to do in San Diego, look no further than SDMRM!
