Frisco/Museum of the American Railroad
Combo: Walking Tour & TrainTopia
Adults $18 | Children $10 | Two great activities for one low price!
214-428-0101 to check the status of the tour schedule in the event of inclement weather
Overview
- Meeting point
- 214-428-0101 to check the status of the tour schedule in the event of inclement weather
- Group size
- Up to 12 passengers
Rates
| $10 | Adults |
| $10 | Children |
| $10 | Infants |
Details
The Combo ticket includes a guided tour of the Museum of the American Railroad's rolling stock collection at the set tour time, along with a visit to the 2,500 sq ft spectacular "G" Scale model train exhibit- TrainTopia!
The Walking Tours are only available at pre-scheduled times. The outdoor site is under construction and currently only accessible with the guided tour at the current times listed below.
Tour Times:
(Wednesday-Friday) @ 11am & 1pm
(Saturday) @ 11am, & 1pm
NO OUTDOOR TOURS AVAILABLE ON SUNDAYS.
TrainTopia Hours (Wednesday-Saturday) 10am-5pm. Sunday 1-5pm.
Combo Ticket Cost: Adult $18, Children (3-12) $10
Times change seasonally and around holidays. Check website for details.
Things to Know and Consider before Purchasing Combo Tickets:________________________________________
Duration & Distance: The tour is up to a mile round-trip and lasts approximately 1 hour.
Tour Content: Content includes history of the Museum, construction plans, and highlights of select pieces of the historic rolling stock collection, including a brief walk-through of select pieces of equipment. Climbing on the exterior of equipment is not permitted.
Terrain: Uneven surfaces and slight elevation changes are involved. There is no cover from the sun.
Age: The tour is best for ages 8 and up! The tour is led by our in-house historians, so be ready to listen for great history and anecdotes throughout the 1-hour program.
Dress: Flat close-toed, thick soled shoes are best suited for the tour (it’s like an outdoor hike). Traversing terrain and concrete platforms are involved. Be sure to dress for sun protection in summer and warmer months, coats & hats for winter. Surface temperatures in summer can exceed 100 degrees. We recommend you bring a bottle of water, sunscreen/hat, sunglasses, etc. for summer tours & warmer months. Thanks!
On Your Visit
• Please arrive early. Parking can be difficult to find during busy times such as weekends, holidays, and the summer. Park at the Frisco Discovery Center @ 8004 N. Dallas Parkway, Frisco, TX 75034.
• Upon arrival, please check in at TrainTopia inside the Discovery Center. It is located down the hall from the National Videogame Museum. Please check in no later than five minutes before tour start time.
NOTE: For 9am Summer/special holiday tours, please meet near the front steps at the sign for "Walking Tours Start Here" as the building is not opened until 10am.
• In the occurrence of inclement weather, the tours may be postponed or cancelled. If the tour is cancelled, we can reschedule or provide a refund.
Before you go
Thank you for your Combo Tour ticket purchase(s). A few things to know before you arrive.
Where: Please park at the Frisco Discovery Center (8004 N. Dallas Pkwy., Frisco, TX 75034). Please examine your route and map of the area before your visit. There is a lot of construction in the area, especially on Cotton Gin Road.
Please check in at TrainTopia inside the Discover Center.
What: The Combo Ticket includes the outdoor guided tour and self-guided visit to TrainTopia inside the Frisco Discovery Center. The outdoor tour last approximately an hour. TrainTopia is open Wednesday-Saturday 10am-5pm. You may visit TrainTopia during these hours before and/or after the time you selected for the outdoor guided tour.
For Example: The 11am Combo Ticket will state the time of the visit as 11am-1pm. The outdoor guided tour will be at 11am. You may visit TrainTopia before and/or after the allotted hour for the outdoor guided tour. The two-hour window is an approximation. Guest(s) may spend more or less time in TrainTopia if they please.
The tour last approximately an hour. Please dress comfortably for outdoor activity, including closed toe shoes, hats, sunscreen, etc. You must bring water and be mindful of hydration, especially during the warmer months.
When: The outdoor tour will begin at the time selected during the purchase. Tours will begin on time, so please be early. Late arrivals may be subject to being rescheduled for the next tour, if there is one available that day. Please phone ahead 214-428-0101 to check the status of the tour schedule in the event of inclement weather.
If you reserved a Museum Store item with your admission purchase, please collect it at the TrainTopia kiosk on the day of your visit.
See you soon!