Our Featured Activities
- Ages 19+
- 2 hours
ALL ABOARD the Mystery Express for an evening of glamour, intrigue, and deception in The Great Diamond Heist! Immerse yourself in the golden age of travel aboard the heritage train in the early 19th century. Live characters, and a thrilling mystery are waiting to unfold right before your eyes!
- All ages
- 2 hr 45 min
Hop aboard The Easter Egg-spress for a magical train ride, an exciting Easter egg hunt, and a visit from the Easter Bunny! Book now for a family-friendly Easter adventure!
- All ages
- 2 hours
Savor a gourmet Easter Brunch aboard a scenic heritage train! Enjoy fine dining, breathtaking views, and vintage charm on this unforgettable rail journey. Book your tickets today!
- New
- All ages
- 1 hr 45 min
Heritage Hopper is a Hop On / Hop Off service travelling between Waterloo and Elmira, with stops at Waterloo Northfield ION, St Jacobs Farmers Market, St. Jacobs village and Elmira. Thursdays and Saturdays from April to October, and Tuesdays throughout July and August.
- All ages
- 2 hours
Step aboard our heritage train and take a journey through the picturesque countryside between St. Jacobs and Elmira, where cherry-inspired delights await.
- All ages
- 2 hours
Celebrate Mother’s Day in style with a scenic train ride and a delightful high tea experience. Step aboard our heritage train and relax in the cozy Lounge Car while sipping a refreshing Berry Mimosa (non-alcoholic option available) and enjoying an elegant three-course tea experience.
ABOUT WATERLOO CENTRAL RAILWAY
Bringing History to Life
Waterloo Central Railway is a heritage railway offering historic passenger train rides between Northfield Drive in Waterloo, the St. Jacobs Farmers’ Market, the village of St. Jacobs and town of Elmira. We are proudly operated by the Southern Ontario Locomotive Restoration Society (SOLRS), a not-for-profit, registered charitable organization. All ticket proceeds go to supporting operations and restoration programs that our volunteers complete at our restoration and maintenance facility in St. Jacobs.

TOP-RATED WATERLOO TRAIN EXCURSIONS!

What a fun day! For my mom's 75th birthday we planned a 'girls day'! We ranged in age from 16-75 and we ALL loved the experience. The train arrived on time and everyone was so friendly. The crew is all volunteers and you can tell, they love what they do and wanted us to enjoy our trip. Fantastic trip all around. Thank you for preserving the rail system!
– Jane | Tripadvisor
I recently attended the Thanksgiving Steam Train Excursion with my family. Our first time ever riding a train! We had a wonderful time on board. We were absolutely mesmerized by the steam locomotive which is apparently one of few in Canada that is actually in working order- WOW! The staff and volunteers were also so friendly and helpful.
– Light Packer | Tripadvisor
Waterloo Central Railway is a great experience throughout the entire year. They truly go above and beyond to ensure that all guests have a fantastic time. You won't be disappointed in choosing to spend a day or evening whether it is with family or friends. The specialty themed events are a hit too! Be sure to take a train ride if you're in the area!
– James B. | Tripadvisor
We had a terrific time yesterday, everyone really enjoyed it. A great adventure, lots to explore for the kids, and being able to sit up top and watch the scenery go by was wonderful. There was huge excitement when we went over the train bridge. The kids just loved it! Thanks again to all the volunteers who work hard to make the WCR the best!
– Diane K. | Tripadvisor
Amazing! I was greeted warmly by the volunteer crew when I arrived. There was a snack bar where you could get little snacks and drinks. During the journey, there was someone explaining what was around the area. I'll definitely be back during the summer! Highly recommend to any family with kids, or anyone that wants a tour of the countryside!
– Matt S. | Tripadvisor