Bardstown, Kentucky

Fine dining.
Memorable journeys.

Board restored vintage cars for a multi-course meal, Kentucky Bourbon Country scenery, and a memorable journey from the Bardstown depot.

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Choose your journey

A table aboard for every kind of gathering.

Start with a classic lunch or dinner, make an evening of mystery or bourbon, or plan a seasonal event for your family and friends.

Guests enjoying a bourbon tasting aboard the dinner train
01 / Best seller

Bourbon Excursion

A 21+ dinner ride with a bourbon tasting guided by a bourbon expert.

2.5 hoursFrom $149.50
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Vintage train car traveling through the Kentucky countryside
02 / Classic

Lunch Train Excursion

Enjoy a three-course lunch and a 35-mile roundtrip through the Kentucky countryside.

Ages 5+2 hoursFrom $63.50
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Linen-set dining tables inside a restored vintage train car
03 / Flagship

Dinner Excursion

A four-course dinner journey for date nights, celebrations, and an unhurried evening together.

Ages 5+2.5 hoursFrom $76.50
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A live murder mystery performance aboard the dinner train
04 / Live show

Murder Mystery Dinner Train

Follow the clues while you enjoy a four-course dinner and live mystery show aboard.

Ages 5+2.5 hoursFrom $96
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★★★★★

5.0 average from 22 reviews

★★★★★

“Well worth the 9-hour drive from Florida! The highlight of our trip was the dinner train. The dinner was 5-star. The service was exceptional.”

— DavSGar, Tripadvisor

★★★★★

“After 5 years of them always being sold out, we booked 3 months early this time. Worth the wait! The food was amazing and the portion size was huge.”

— James G., Tripadvisor

★★★★★

“Linen tablecloths and beautiful table settings. Pleasant and efficient staff. The servings are HUGE.”

— 608dede513, Tripadvisor

★★★★★

“We had a great time celebrating our anniversary! The tables were decorated beautifully and riding through bourbon county was beautiful.”

— Amy M., Google

The journey

From depot to dining car, here is how your day takes shape.

The dinner train on its route through the Kentucky countryside
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Choose your date

Browse an experience that fits your occasion, then check the calendar for available departures.

Guests settling into the dining car at the Bardstown depot
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Arrive with time to settle in

Plan to arrive about one hour before departure so you can check in, visit the depot, and board without rushing.

White linen tables set for dinner inside a restored vintage car
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Take your seat

Settle into a restored vintage train car as onboard service begins and the Bardstown depot falls behind you.

Plan with confidence

Details that make boarding easy.

Departure point

All excursions depart from the depot at 602 North 3rd Street in Bardstown, Kentucky.

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Private tables

Several rides offer private-table options. See each experience page for the available ticket categories.

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Questions before you book?

Find information about cancellations, accessibility, dress, gift certificates, and family ticketing in the FAQ.

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Your Bardstown journey starts with a date.

Browse available excursions when you are ready to reserve your table aboard.

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