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Union Square - 9:00 AM
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California Academy of Arts and Science - 9:30 AM
California Academy of Arts and Science - 9:30 AM
Free Admission at the SF Japanese Tea Garden
Golden Gate Park - 9:00 AM
Golden Gate Park - 9:00 AM
Unseen Oceans at the California Academy of Arts and Sciences
California Academy of Arts and Science - 9:30 AM
California Academy of Arts and Science - 9:30 AM
Dino Days at Cal Academy
California Academy of Arts and Science - 9:30 AM
California Academy of Arts and Science - 9:30 AM

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The Polar Express Train Ride at California State Railroad Museum
Sat Nov 16, 2024 - Sun Dec 22, 2024
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Repeating every week — Sundays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays through December 22, 2024
Except November 19, 2024, November 20, 2024, November 21, 2024, November 27, 2024, November 28, 2024.
Except November 19, 2024, November 20, 2024, November 21, 2024, November 27, 2024, November 28, 2024.
Various times
Age: All ages
Price: $80 and up
Sacramento hosts one of its most popular holiday experiences that is not to be missed. Guests begin with entertainment by Polar Express characters, then board the train to the North Pole with hot cocoa and sweet treats.
On arrival, the magical elf and Santa himself board the train with a special gift for all passengers.
The train ride consists of 7 separate cars pulled by vintage locomotives from the California State Railroad Museum's collection including coach, gondola, or first class.
The train departs at various times throughout the day. Children under 2 who can sit in an adult's lap do not need a ticket.
Check out our full roundup of holiday train rides here!
** Activity dates/times are subject to change. Please click through to the activity website to verify.