Old Town Model Railroad Depot in San Diego

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  Josie Gonzales

  :: 31 May 2018 22:06:20

  My kids absolutely love this museum. They don't charge an entrance fee, but leave a donation because it is worth it. They have stools for the little ones to see easier, interactive buttons, scavenger hunts within the layout, and very knowledgeable staff!

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  Barry Bahrami

  :: 12 May 2018 21:51:03

  Really nice setup but the trip was spoiled by the older rude guy at the door. My kids were indeed a bit excited and instead of talking to me he thought it best to yell at them. Then he ordered my daughter to not press any more buttons. She was just trying to make the trains move. Finally on the way out he said "you're making a donation, right?" In a very rude tone. I was already planning to because I figured there are more people involved in this operation and he maybe is just the help. But now I wish I didn't. After reading other feedback, it seems he is the owner and is just too rude for me to recommend. It's a shame because the model railroad setup was spectacular.

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  Chris Cloutier

  :: 13 April 2018 12:55:58

  We loved it, even brought our grandkids back to see it. It is amazing and unbelievable the details in it. The gentlemen who run it are so nice and informative. I hope they get enough donations to keep it going. It is a master piece, something the children today don't see much of. They were fascinated by it, ages 4 and 8. Thank you.

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  Andy Hendrawan

  :: 25 March 2018 23:06:07

  This place is pretty amazing and highly recommended for families to visit, with or without kids. It's free to enter (donation through donation box is optional) and enjoy the large miniature train setups with many cool landscapes, buildings, cool lighting, bridges, miniature cars and peoples etc. My family enjpyed it so much, we happily provide some donation at the end. Excellent job by the owner whose passion for miniature trains really showed through this oil exhibit. Thank You for letting enjoy this.

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  Shane Brown

  :: 02 March 2018 20:56:00

  This is a must if your in Old Town. My son loves trains and when I saw this I knew it was something we had to do. It wasn’t crowded at all I think I only one other family was there when we walked in. It’s free to go in but they do ask for a donation. One really cool thing is, they have little stands built at areas around the track where kids can stand up and watch the train pass by. My son loved it. I did hold his hands because he was so excited I thought he might reach out and grab the train. They have put a lot of work into that model and even if you don’t have kids you should walk through and appreciate the hard work they have put in. I recommend this stop to anyone in the area and if you passing close by and have kids that love trains I would advise you to go out if your way to see it.