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National City Depot

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πŸ‘πŸ‘ Plenty of History of street cars and trolleys about San Diego. People often mention history, museum, time, visit, interesting,


Address

922 W 23rd St, National City, CA 91950

Website

www.sdera.org

Contact

(619) 474-4400

Rating on Google Maps

4.70 (52 reviews)

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Working Hours

  • Saturday: 10β€―AM to 4β€―PM
  • Sunday: 10β€―AM to 4β€―PM
  • Monday: Closed
  • Tuesday: Closed
  • Wednesday: Closed
  • Thursday: Closed
  • Friday: Closed

Featured Reviews


Frequently mentioned in reviews: history (10) museum (7) time (6) visit (6) interesting (6)
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  • 5/5 Michael M. 4 years ago on Google β€’ 244 reviews
    Plenty of History of street cars and trolleys about San Diego.
    2 people found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 5/5 EJ T. 4 years ago on Google β€’ 19 reviews
    The Turn Of The Century train station, when you want to the of the station the volunteer will help you. They have real trolley cars & some from early days of San Diego history. It's worth the time to see it & you will not forget it ever.
    2 people found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 5/5 Ron D. 1 year ago on Google β€’ 71 reviews
    I always love coming to places like, you can loose track of time. We spend easy an hour going back in time. So much rich in history about rail cars how , when and why they were built
    1 person found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 3/5 michael m. 3 years ago on Google β€’ 56 reviews
    Closed temporarily due to covid but worth a visit. Normal hrs are Sat and Sun. While nearby, visit Pepper Park. Quiet, lovely park next to marina and has a kid's playground, benches, and bathrooms.
    1 person found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 5/5 Michael O. 6 years ago on Google β€’ 777 reviews
    Great display. The people we're enthusiastic and knowledgeable. My grandson loved it.

  • 5/5 Litza G. 1 year ago on Google β€’ 234 reviews
    A small museum, but with great history, I wish more people went to see it, I don't get to drive the trains that one of the gentlemen built in a model that is Parisian, and a very very very nice experience

  • 5/5 Carrie B. 5 years ago on Google β€’ 218 reviews
    Cute little museum with very knowledgeable volunteers running the place. We were able to see the trains they have set up in the back room. Then we walked through the old electric trains outside the mail museum building. We left a donation in their donation box.

  • 5/5 Nancy W. 7 months ago on Google β€’ 129 reviews
    Toured the train museum and the docent was out of this world. He was so informed and interesting. I had no idea it would be so cool! Donations only.

  • 5/5 Litza G. 1 year ago on Google β€’ 67 reviews
    A museum with a lot of history and although it is small it is worth it...hopefully more people will visit it

  • 4/5 Toni S. 6 years ago on Google β€’ 46 reviews
    It is a very interesting tour through the museum. They are expanding the venue so I am sure it will be even better when it is finished. The staff are very welcoming and knowledgeable.

  • 5/5 Shane R. 4 months ago on Google β€’ 33 reviews
    The place is pretty small but it's very dense with history and things to see. The tour guide was really knowledgeable and passionate as well.

  • 5/5 Edilver M. 2 years ago on Google β€’ 9 reviews
    Had the best experience with my teen son. Mike and Jim made us feel at home exploring all the historic railway station. Highly recommend coming here for an easy Saturday or Sunday quick family stop.

  • 5/5 April M. 11 months ago on Google β€’ 3 reviews
    Fascinating displays, friendly & knowledgable docent.

  • 5/5 Edward G. 2 years ago on Google
    A wonderful place to visit on a Sunday afternoon. Numerous photographs up early National City, and a tour is provided.

  • 4/5 ernesto c. 2 years ago on Google
    loved to gear the history of San Diego you get to get on some of the old trolleys in San Diego the staff were very knowledgeable

  • 5/5 Dan S. 2 years ago on Google
    Really fun museum. The guides are really passionate, and it’s a fun place to get a hands on view of San Diego’s rail transportation history

  • 5/5 Brenda G. 2 years ago on Google
    Awesome place to visit! I love to read about our city!

  • 4/5 Eileen J. B. 2 years ago on Google
    First time visiting and learned a lot of history 🚎

  • 5/5 Kastan G. 2 years ago on Google
    Nice place for train and trolley enthusiasts! Nice locals run the place.

  • 4/5 Arthur C. 4 years ago on Google
    Very interesting. πŸ˜€

  • 5/5 Denise S. 7 years ago on Google
    It was awesome. So much history. A step back in time. Take time to explore all the old train cars. You'll be glad you did.

  • 4/5 Eduardo C. 6 years ago on Google
    Small but interesting

  • 5/5 William P. 6 years ago on Google
    This is a really fun place if you're into trains they've got the most awesome model train set and very friendly people

  • 5/5 Andrea S. 5 years ago on Google
    Hidden gem! So interesting and great tour guides who can answer about anything.

  • 2/5 Angelina L. 6 years ago on Google
    Cool park across the street

  • 5/5 Dave B. 5 years ago on Google
    Friendly volunteer staff.

  • 5/5 Stephen L. 7 years ago on Google
    Choo Choo Great place great folks!

  • 5/5 Jose I. 4 years ago on Google
    Trains! πŸ‘

  • 5/5 Pema S. 4 years ago on Google
    So cool!

  • 3/5 Ezequiel B. 8 years ago on Google
    Closed when we arrived and seemingly interesting, albeit it is a small site.

  • 3/5 Brian S. 6 years ago on Google
    My kids enjoy this place. However, its not entertaining for very long at all.

  • 5/5 Mary H. 6 years ago on Google
    So much history here. The volunteers are excited to share all the information with you. Toy trains for children to play with.

  • 5/5 Rob H. 5 years ago on Google
    In memory of my dad it was an enjoyable experience to visit. Thank you


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