The Lollipop Road

If you are a regular reader, you know that our older son loves anything related to trains.  So, as a special Valentine’s gift, we journeyed out to Northlandz located in Flemington, NJ.  Proclaimed as the largest model railway in the world, there are over 8 miles of track covering 52,000 square feet; this certainly is the largest model railway we’ve ever seen.  Take a look at the stats and see for yourself!

We went on a cold winter day during the week, so it was pretty quiet, but they have hosted 2,100 visitors in a single day (I wouldn’t want to be there on that day).  The lobby offers a quaint little club car diner with some basic kid-friendly fare and a small gift shop that sells lots of little items for train loving enthusiasts.  The only restrooms are located in the lobby, so be sure that everyone makes a pit stop before embarking on the nearly one-mile adventure.

Winding up ramps, around corners, over bridges and under tunnels, the visitor walkway takes you through a variety of scenes with over 100 trains whooshing along the tracks.  There are even conveniently placed markers that tell you how much farther you have to go so that you can gauge your time.  The average visitor will take about 1 1/2 hours to complete the self-guided tour.

The control room is a kid’s fantasy; unfortunately visitors are not allowed.  In addition to trains, there are other exhibits that might be of interest, like train memorabilia, a doll collection and a performance hall with several ornate organs, including one with 2,000 pipes.  Luckily, this place is stroller friendly!

Admission is $13.75 for adults and $9.75 for children (2-12).  Kids under 2 are free.  Northlandz is open from 10:30AM until 4:00PM (5:30PM on weekends) and closed on Tuesday.  Last admission is one hour before closing.

The kids loved it so much, they want to go back again!  It truly is an amazing place.

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