San Diego Model Railroad Museum
San Diego Model railroad museum
Located in Balboa Park
Hours: Tuesday - Sunday from 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
We’re Open Labor Day September 1, 2025 from 10 a.M. - 4 P.M.
Starting September 2, 2025 Our new Fall Hours will be from 11 A.M. - 4 P.M.
Your Voice Can Keep the Trains Running
The City of San Diego’s new parking program could have serious consequences for the San Diego Model Railroad Museum. Our volunteers—many of whom are seniors—bring their trains, tools, and passion every day to create the experience you love. Without them, the visitor experience and the future of the museum are at risk.
We need your voice to show City leaders how important these volunteers are.
Kids 12 and under get into the museum for free with paid adult admission
GET INVOLVED
We rely on generous donations to continue providing programs, family celebrations, and ground breaking exhibits for everyone!
Membership is an excellent way to show your support while enjoying valuable benefits. Join us today, have fun for a whole year!
Share your love for fun and adventure by volunteering! We offer training, flexible hours, discounts, free passes, and more!
what’s online
Events
Education
Our library
Permanent Exhibitions
The San Diego Model Railroad Museum is 27,000 square feet of trains, tracks, and trestles in the heart of Balboa Park. Our beloved train museum showcases the history of railroading across Southern California. If you’re looking for fun things to do in San Diego, look no further than SDMRM!
