Illustration of a toy train with a waving engineer crossing a snowy hillside past pines and a village (Holiday Model Trains)

Holiday Model Trains

Visitors of all ages can experience a favorite holiday model train exhibition at the botanical garden. The display can be viewed during regular daytime garden visits or during the evening Garden Lights, Holiday Nights event.

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Plan Your Visit

When

Tickets

The model trains are included with Garden Admission.

Ages

All ages

Neighborhood

Midtown

Going?

Location

Atlanta Botanical Garden · 1345 Piedmont Ave NE, Atlanta, GA 30309 Get Directions

Local Insight & Ratings

Family Friendly

🎄 🎄 🎄 🎄 🎄 (5/5)

Best For

Families and model-train fans

Vibe

Festive and family-friendly

Energy Level

Low

Photo Friendly

Moderate

Weather Sensitivity

Moderate

Tips & Advice

  • Check the forecast before you go and choose a dry day, because the model trains cannot run in the rain.
  • Pair the trains with an evening at Garden Lights, Holiday Nights, since the exhibition is included with Garden Admission during the day and at night.
  • If you plan several daytime visits this season, consider a garden membership, which gives unlimited free daytime admission plus savings on classes and gift shop purchases.
  • Bring the whole family along, as this annual holiday display is meant for kids and the kids at heart alike.

Special Events & Promotions

  • Garden members get unlimited free daytime admission, and the model trains are included.

Links & Contact

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Frequently Asked Questions

Who is the model train display for?

It's a holiday favorite for kids and the kids at heart. The annual exhibition is presented by Norfolk Southern.

Can I see the trains during Garden Lights, Holiday Nights?

Yes. The trains are included with Garden Admission both on daytime visits and during Garden Lights, Holiday Nights.

What happens if it rains?

The model trains cannot run in the rain, so pick a dry day to see them in action.

Do garden members get any perks?

Members get unlimited free admission during daytime hours, which includes the trains. They also save on classes, gift shop purchases and more.

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