Children's Museums

Model Trains Station

Name: Model Trains Station
Address: 250 Mill St, Taylors, SC 29687, Taylors, SC, US
Telephone: (864) 605-7979
Rating: 4.9

★★★★☆ 4.9 (219 reviews)

📍 250 Mill St, Taylors, SC 29687

📞 (864) 605-7979

🌐 www.modeltrainsstation.com

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🕐 Hours

Monday	Closed
Tuesday	Closed
Wednesday	11 AM–5 PM
Thursday	11 AM–5 PM
Friday	11 AM–5 PM
Saturday	11 AM–5 PM
Sunday	1–5 PM

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About Model Trains Station

Model Trains Station is a children's museum in Taylors, SC. Features model trains across 7 different scales (G, O, S, HO, N, Z, and T scale) displayed across 16,000 square feet with over a dozen themed displays. Rated 4.9 out of 5 stars by 219 visitors.

Quick Facts

Type: Model Train Attraction
Best For: All ages, toddlers to adults
Space: 16,000 square feet with multi-scale displays
Interactive Features: Hands-on buttons, Thomas the Train control, themed displays with lights and smoke
Location: Taylors Mill, Greenville, SC near active Norfolk Southern train tracks

💡 Did You Know?

⭐Features model trains across 7 different scales (G, O, S, HO, N, Z, and T scale) displayed across 16,000 square feet with over a dozen themed displays
⭐Norfolk Southern's main line train tracks run directly behind the building with regular trains passing, providing real-world train observation opportunities
⭐Offers hands-on control of an electrified Lionel Thomas the Train table, available for interactive use and birthday party activities
⭐Maintains a detailed static circus train exhibit among its collection, showcasing specialized model train themes
⭐Maintains a 4.9-star rating across 219 reviews, indicating exceptional visitor satisfaction for the attraction

💬 What Visitors Say

💬Plan to spend 2-3 hours exploring the 16,000 square feet of exhibits across multiple scales (G, O, S, HO, N, Z, and T scale). Start with the interactive Thomas the Train table to engage children early, then explore the dozen themed displays and detailed static circus train.
🕐Visit on a weekday morning to enjoy the exhibits with fewer crowds and have better access to interactive hands-on activities and the hands-on control stations for Thomas the Train.
💡Position yourself near the back of the building during your visit to watch real Norfolk Southern freight trains pass by on the main line tracks running behind the venue—a unique experience that complements the model train exhibits.
💡For families with young children, the venue offers toddler-friendly features including interactive buttons, wooden toy trains, and a basketball arcade. The hands-on 'working on the railroad' activities and lights/smoke effects keep younger visitors engaged throughout the space.
💬Book a birthday party or small group visit in the Roundhouse Party Room (capacity 45) to combine hands-on control of Thomas the Train with a dedicated party experience—excellent value for groups interested in interactive learning about trains.