Tucked away near Zoo Miami at 12450 SW 152nd St, the Gold Coast Railroad Museum is one of South Florida’s best-kept secrets. This outdoor and indoor museum lets visitors walk through real historic train cars, ride old locomotives, and explore decades of American railroad history.
Whether you are a lifelong train fan or just looking for something different to do on a weekend, this place has something special for everyone. Families, history buffs, and curious kids all leave with big smiles and lasting memories.
The Ferdinand Magellan Presidential Railcar
Standing inside the Ferdinand Magellan feels like stepping into a living history book. This is the only railcar ever custom-built specifically for a U.S. president, and it carried leaders like Franklin D.
Roosevelt and Harry S. Truman across the country…