We were invited to the Polar Express at Gold Coast Railroad Museum In Miami in Florida. Besides almost missing the train due to sitting in traffic for almost three hours, we had an Awesome time! Gold Coast Railroad Museum in Miami is the only location in South Florida that offers the Polar Express Experience.
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I know we have all read the book or seen the Polar Express Movie! My daughter and I decided to really get into the Polar Express and wear pajamas to the event. Oh course we has to wear matching Pajamas! How cute are they! Most people were in Pajamas, maybe more kids than adults but there were a good amount of adults in Pajamas too. It was fun to really get into character and the experience!
So what exactly is the Polar Express and is it a real train ride? Yes, it is a real train ride. Once the train pulls into the station the conductor greets everyone and than invites you aboard the Polar Express. Once on board you find you assigned train car. We were in the First Class VIP section. I highly suggest the First Class. There was not too many people in our car, we really enjoyed the personal attention we got from the staff!
So once the train starts they serve hot cocoa and cookies! Yum, both were delicious and so fresh. The conductor also comes around at this time to check your golden ticket While you are enjoying your snacks the Chefs start singing the hot chocolate song. The chefs in our train car were AWESOME! They interacted with the kids, they sang, they danced and they even did tricks on the chairs! The chefs in our car really made the experience perfect! After the hot chocolate they start to read the book Polar Express. They have over sized copies and as they read again they kept the kids very involved, asking questions about the pictures. As they were reading we started to pull into the North Pole where the reindeer were and the elves were playing! Although you do not get off at the North Pole you do pick up a very special guest …. SANTA! The kids went crazy when Santa Boarded the train! He visited each family and took pictures with everyone. He also handed out Christmas bells as the first gift of Christmas! After Santa visited the kids we headed back to the Railroad Museum, but not before having some more fun with our crazy chefs! This time it was interactive Christmas songs! The kids loved to be a part of the song and hold us signs. Again the chefs were dancing and singing away in full character! I will say it again the Chefs were totally Awesome!
The whole ride was about an hour long. I think the pricing is well worth the experience! My daughter was excited the whole time pretty much bouncing out of her seat! The chefs really made the experience! Although this was our first year attending we will go back for sure!
Thank you Gold Coast Railroad Museum for the Invite!
**Mom Tips**
Leave in Plenty of Time (I Left 3 hours early and barely got there on time). Miami traffic is so unpredictable
Wear your Pajamas with the kids, don’t be a party pooper
Don’t forget your camera, so many super cute photo opportunities!
Did you know Gold Coast Railroad Museum is open year round during the day?
You can ride a train or even drive a train? Make sure to stop by and check out this awesome Museum. It is a great place to take kids who love trains!
GET YOUR TICKETS HERE : POLAR EXPRESS TICKETS
Gold Coast Railroad Museum
12450 SW 152nd Street
Miami, FL 33177-1402
305.253.0063
** We received two free Media Event tickets to the Polar Express, these included first class tickets! Although the tickets were free, all opinions are my own honest opinions! All Photographs are my own and should not be re-used without permission**
Joanna @ Everyday Made Fresh says
This looks like it was so much fun! I wished that we had something near by us like this. I see events for Polar Express all over, but nothing within a few hours of here.
Amber Myers says
This would be a blast! I just love this book and movie so doing this would be exciting.
Heather @ Kraus House Mom says
I would have liked to have taken my kids on the Polar express when they were younger, but the prices near me are ridiculous. It’s a great experience.
makeamomsmile says
It is for sure a unique experience!
Sarah Bailey says
Oh my goodness how amazing is that Polar Express, what a lovely idea for kids to get to go and meet Santa!
Ana De- Jesus says
I love how the polar express was a real train ride and how you wore matching pajamas, I think that is adorable!
makeamomsmile says
Thank you! Everyone was talking about our matching pajamas!
Jen Walker says
This looks like such an amazing event! I found out about the one near me too late and it was already sold out, but I’ll have to remember this for next year!
makeamomsmile says
It was Awesome, If you ever get a chance to try the one by you I would highly suggest it!
Pospi Otuson says
I see you really had a great time.
However it’s a lovely destination and it’s indeed a nice place to visit
Thanks for sharing Jenn. I’ll pass it on immediately
Emman Damian says
The Polar Express looks like a fun place for kids. I would like to take my niece and nephews here soon.
makeamomsmile says
We did have a lot of fun on the Polar Express! Your niece and nephew would enjoy it for sure!
Courtney Blacher says
I’ve never been in that place! The Polar express looks fun to ride with kids! I’ll make sure to bring my kids here.
Ravmeet Oberoi says
This sounds fantastic! This is right up my niece’s alley. Also, I am a big fan of the pajamas on board ideology 🙂
MONNKA says
The Polar Express looks like a fun place! I would like to show this for my daughter.
TColeman says
Polar Express is such a great idea. I would love to take the kiddos to something like this.
Joanna says
What a wonderful experience! I do remember watching the Polar Express a few years ago and loving it. It must be such an excitement ride for children who have seen the movie and are fans of it.
Siti Aana says
Glad you eventually made it there. Never been to such a place but this looks so much fun <3
corinne & kirsty says
Sounds like an amazing experience for kids ans grown ups alike! I would love to do something like this!
Sondra Barker says
What a fun, family experience! I love how interactive it is and how it really brings the book/movie to life. Glad you had a great time 🙂
Suzanne Spiegoski says
Oh this looks like a great place to make memories for the holidays! I’m glad you had a great experience!
Brandi says
I am in love with your photos! They are so adorable. This looks like such a great time.
Kiwi says
Wow I didnt know Miami could be so holiday festive like this. A pola express at that Miami is full of surprises.
Kitty says
I love to take a ride in this polar express with my kiddo next year 😀 These are some lovely pictures I hope you had a great time there 🙂
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