Blue Ridge Scenic Railway Tours

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All aboard, Blue Ridge Scenic Railway is waiting for you! Enjoy a ride at this historic attraction and experience a bygone age of rail travel.

Blue Ridge Scenic Railway is located in Blue Ridge and has an entrance fee. On the lookout for more attractions in the area? These are all close to the railway of the past — Blue Ridge Lake, Mercier Orchards and Blue Ridge Lake Marina.

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Embassy Suites by Hilton Atlanta Airport

Embassy Suites by Hilton Atlanta Airport

3.5 out of 5
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May 29 - Jun 2
Roundtrip flight included
Newark (EWR) to Atlanta (ATL)
8/10 Very Good! (1,002 reviews)
Staff was great and the breakfast was amazing

Reviewed on Apr 18, 2024

Bellyard, West Midtown Atlanta, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

Bellyard, West Midtown Atlanta, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

4 out of 5
Westside
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May 29 - Jun 2
Roundtrip flight included
Newark (EWR) to Atlanta (ATL)
8.8/10 Excellent! (80 reviews)
This was our second stay at Bellyard and we’ll be back. The rooms are small but clean and modern. The location is an easy walk to shops and restaurants. What draws us to the Bellyard is unquestionably the level of service.

Reviewed on Mar 25, 2024

The University Inn at Emory

The University Inn at Emory

3 out of 5
East Side
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May 29 - Jun 2
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Newark (EWR) to Atlanta (ATL)
7.6/10 Good! (716 reviews)
Pool was closed; which is fine; but it was dirty

Reviewed on Apr 14, 2024

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Reviews of Blue Ridge Scenic Railway

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5/5 - Excellent

Linda
Feb 14, 2020

By tickets in advance over the internet.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler
May 20, 2019

sister got sick so didn"t get to go on train ride !

2/5 - Disappointing

David
Jan 30, 2019

Closed Jan-Feb during our stay

3/5 - Okay

Verified traveler
Oct 27, 2018

Pricey in destination town...food and souveneirs.

5/5 - Excellent

Dale
Oct 25, 2018

We done the premium tickets in climate controlled car. We enjoyed the trip

2/5 - Disappointing

SDP
Oct 24, 2018

Buy your tickets online and early! We were very disappointed because we drove a long way and arrived early, only to be told that they were sold out.   It seemed like poor planning to us on their part.

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Mercier Orchards

4.5/5(122 reviews)

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Blue Ridge Lake Marina

4.5/5(40 reviews)

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Best Lodging Options Near Blue Ridge Scenic Railway

Hampton Inn Blue Ridge
Hampton Inn Blue Ridge
2.5 out of 5
50 W. Main Street, Blue Ridge, GA
Hampton Inn Blue Ridge
Comfort Inn & Suites
Comfort Inn & Suites
2.5 out of 5
83 Blue Ridge Overlook, Blue Ridge, GA
Comfort Inn & Suites
Reid Ridge Lodge
Reid Ridge Lodge
2 out of 5
30 Overview Dr, Blue Ridge, GA
Reid Ridge Lodge
King Bed Bungalow. 100' from Historic Main Street
King Bed Bungalow. 100' from Historic Main Street
Blue Ridge
King Bed Bungalow. 100' from Historic Main Street
Skyline Lodge- Gated Community | Private and Peaceful | Paved Road
Skyline Lodge- Gated Community | Private and Peaceful | Paved Road
Blue Ridge
Skyline Lodge- Gated Community | Private and Peaceful | Paved Road
Affordable! Mtn Views, Game Room, Hot Tub, Amenities & More
Affordable! Mtn Views, Game Room, Hot Tub, Amenities & More
Blue Ridge
Affordable! Mtn Views, Game Room, Hot Tub, Amenities & More
Aska Easy Day- New construction | Pet Friendly | Mountain and the lake view | Sunken hot tub
Aska Easy Day- New construction | Pet Friendly | Mountain and the lake view | Sunken hot tub
Blue Ridge
Aska Easy Day- New construction | Pet Friendly | Mountain and the lake view | Sunken hot tub
Falcon's Lair- Pet Friendly | EV Car Charger | Outdoor Fireplace | Game Room
Falcon's Lair- Pet Friendly | EV Car Charger | Outdoor Fireplace | Game Room
Blue Ridge
Falcon's Lair- Pet Friendly | EV Car Charger | Outdoor Fireplace | Game Room
Cloud Top Cabin- Pet Friendly | Screened Porch | Long Range Views | Close to Town
Cloud Top Cabin- Pet Friendly | Screened Porch | Long Range Views | Close to Town
Blue Ridge
Cloud Top Cabin- Pet Friendly | Screened Porch | Long Range Views | Close to Town
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