Family Fun Centers
Griffith Park & Southern Railroad
📍 4400 Crystal Springs Dr, Los Angeles, CA 90027🌐 www.griffithparktrainrides.com
🕐 Hours
| Monday | 10 AM–4 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 10 AM–4 PM |
| Wednesday | 10 AM–4 PM |
| Thursday | 10 AM–4 PM |
| Friday | 10 AM–4 PM |
| Saturday | 10 AM–4:30 PM |
| Sunday | 10 AM–4:30 PM |
About Griffith Park & Southern Railroad
Park featuring rides on mini trains. Center for train rides on reproductions of classic American locomotives, with a mile-long track. Operating continuously since 1948, making it over 75 years old with a milestone 75th year celebration planned for 2026. Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,521 visitors.
Quick Facts
- Best For
- all ages
- Party Packages
- Party & Picnic Area Reservations available with outdoor enclosures
💡 Did You Know?
- Operating continuously since 1948, making it over 75 years old with a milestone 75th year celebration planned for 2026
- Operates two separate locations with combined annual ridership of approximately 434,000 rides across antique miniature locomotives running on modern fuel
- The Travel Town Museum location handles significantly higher ridership (270k rides annually) compared to the main Griffith Park location (164k rides annually) despite having a shorter track
- Offers unique party packages that include customizable train rides where conductors deliver special birthday messages to birthday children
- Features seasonal holiday attractions including illuminated light tunnels and Easter Bunny visits, with a holiday train ride experience that draws families across multiple decades
💬 What Visitors Say
- Purchase priority tickets for popular rides like the Holiday Train Ride to avoid very long waits—reviewers noted the wait difference is worth the small extra cost
- Plan birthday parties at the Coyote Meadow picnic area and add the train table package with included conductor birthday announcements—staff are highly accommodating and provide shade canopies
- If booking a party or picnic reservation for later in the day, consider adding an extra canopy and seating set to the package for additional comfort and shade
- Visit during seasonal events like the Holiday Train Ride with giant Santa displays or the upcoming 75th year celebration in 2026 for special experiences and family traditions
- Both locations offer train rides on antique miniatures—Travel Town Museum operates 270k rides annually with a 1/2-mile track, while Griffith Park & Southern Railroad has a 1-mile track; choose based on your preference for ride length and experience
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