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    Chattanooga Christmas Dinner Train

    A four-course holiday dinner served aboard a vintage train

    4.8 stars• 19.5K reviews

    Duration

    2.5 hours

    Includes

    Four-course meal, train ride

    Highlights

    Celebrate the season with a four-course dinner aboard a vintage train in a festive historic setting. Dine in the traditional Dining Car or select a more private Pullman setting when available.

    • Travel through urban East Chattanooga during your meal
    • Choose an entrée such as carved roast beef, herb-roasted chicken, salmon, or vegetarian lasagna
    • Enjoy tomato bisque, mashed potatoes, green beans, breads, and butter
    • Finish with triple chocolate cake, apple pie, or cheesecake with strawberries
    • Choose water, coffee, lemonade, or sweetened or unsweetened iced tea

    Itinerary

    1. Check in: Arrive at Grand Junction Depot at least 30 minutes before departure.
    2. Board: Settle into the Dining Car or Pullman section selected with your ticket.
    3. Dinner service: Enjoy four courses during the journey through East Chattanooga.
    4. Return: Arrive back at Grand Junction Depot approximately 2.5 hours after departure.

    What's Included

    • Four-course holiday meal
    • Entrée and dessert selections
    • Water, coffee, lemonade, or iced tea
    • Onboard meal service
    • Vintage Dining Car or Pullman setting, based on ticket selected

    Important details

    • Travelers under 16 must be accompanied by an adult
    • Vintage dining cars are not wheelchair-accessible and require boarding by steps and sitting in a standard dining seat
    • Arrive at least 30 minutes before departure; late arrivals may not be accommodated

    Cancellation Policy

    All sales are final. Experiences operate rain or shine.

    Product ID: 96HZAR

    FAQs

    No. Wine, champagne, bourbon, Irish coffee, and other alcoholic beverages may be available for separate purchase aboard the Christmas Dinner Train.

    No formal dress code applies. Many travelers choose festive, smart-casual, or semi-formal attire.

    Yes. Passenger cars are enclosed and equipped with heat and air conditioning.

    Meeting details

    Grand Junction Depot, 4119 Cromwell Road, Chattanooga, TN

    Experience provided by Tennessee Valley Railroad Museum

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    Dining Table – 4 Top

    from $298.05

    Seats 4 guests per table. Select the number of tables needed. Priced per table (not per person).

    Pullman Table – 2 Top

    from $382.85

    Select number of tables needed • Seats 2 per table

    Private Car – B&O #98

    from $2,757.25

    Private car for up to 8 guests. Exclusive use for your group.

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    Review summary

    4.8
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    This place clearly knows how to deliver a memorable train experience. Visitors consistently rave about the friendly, knowledgeable staff who make every ride special, whether it's the shorter local excursions or the longer Hiwassee Loop journey. The historians on board get particular praise for their engaging storytelling about the region's rail history, and touches like the banjo entertainment add extra charm. Several groups mention the dining options as a real highlight, with one reviewer specifically calling out their server Jermain for making their ladies' trip feel warm and welcoming. The vintage passenger cars themselves are beautifully restored and meticulously maintained, which adds to the authentic experience. People appreciate that this is a charitable organization dedicated to preserving local railroad heritage. One practical tip that comes up: book your tickets online in advance because these excursions sell out fast, and don't be late since the trains run on schedule. Whether you're traveling solo, with family, or on a group outing, this seems to be one of those Chattanooga attractions that genuinely appeals across ages and interests. The overwhelming enthusiasm from repeat visitors suggests it's worth making time for if you're in the area.

    What people are saying

    Review 1 of 3
    5/5

    This was a nice train ride. About an 1 1/2. A little history given at the train yard that we went to.

    Photo of Antoinette Wiggs

    Antoinette Wiggs

    September 1, 2026

    Review 1 of 1
    5/5

    This was a nice train ride. About an 1 1/2. A little history given at the train yard that we went to.

    Photo of Antoinette Wiggs

    Antoinette Wiggs

    September 1, 2026

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