Gold Coast Railroad Museum

The Gold Coast Railroad Museum is a railway museum in Miami-Dade County, Florida, that preserves and displays historic locomotives, passenger cars, freight equipment and railroad artifacts.

The outdoor collection includes both steam and diesel locomotives, cabooses and a variety of rolling stock arranged for close viewing. The site operates short demonstration and excursion train rides on preserved track and maintains indoor exhibits including a model railroad and interpretive displays.

The museum developed from local preservation efforts and volunteer activity aimed at saving historic railroad equipment and making it accessible to the public. Over time the collection and visitor programs have expanded to include special events, educational programs and operational demonstration runs.

The museum is located in southern Miami-Dade County adjacent to Zoo Miami, in the suburban area south of central Miami.

• Train rides: Short demonstration and excursion rides operate on-site, commonly on weekends and during special events.
• Nearby landmark: Located adjacent to Zoo Miami in Miami-Dade County, making it commonly visited together with the zoo by families and rail enthusiasts.

What to See#

• Locomotive and rolling stock collection: Outdoor display yard containing locomotives and rolling stock arranged along preserved track for viewing and photo opportunities.
• Excursion track: Short demonstration and excursion track used for on-site rides and weekend train operations.
• Exhibit areas: Indoor exhibits and smaller displays including a model railroad and interpretive panels about railroad history and equipment.