San Diego Model railroad museum
Hours: Tuesday - Sunday from 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Our pricing has been updated so kids 12 and under now get in FREE!
Spring Exhibit - Tales of Thomas
Included in Museum Admission - Open until June 2024*
Image Credit Nat Biendara Wilson
*This exhibit will be closed March 25 - April 12, 2024, for construction in the Pacific Beach Room.
Summer camp REGISTRATION opens march 4
Our ever-popular model railroading camps are almost here again!
Camps range from Kindergarten - 8th grade, with levels beginner - advanced, and both virtual and in person options.
Museum Members get access to early registraion on February 26th. Join here!
GET INVOLVED
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!
what’s online
ONLINE GIFT SHOP
Events
Education
Our library
Permanent Exhibitions
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!
