Since I was young (late 60s or late 70s), I've always enjoyed the Assiniboine Park Steam Train. I never forget the smell of the fresh coals, always makes me happy. The engineer of the train is so nice. I remember one time in the 70s his father let me ride up front with him and blow the whistle when needed. Laws are tighter now days and that's no longer allowed. Also, thanks to COVID-19 the seats and rails have to be wiped down between each 7 minute ride and they actually had someone helping the engineer by doing that. One thing I gotta say is don't bring a cat or cats on the train. They don't like the whistle. I had brought my 2 kittens for a ride and they seemed to enjoy the ride, but every time that whistle was blown, I got clawed... lol

This ride is especially great for kids. We took our four year old granddaughter and she ate it up. The train is kept in tip top shape painted in bright colours and the experience provided by the lone operator is made very authentic in feel. Ticket sales, collection, and ride are very original feeling: the coal fired steam engine, steam whistle, clickity clack of the steel wheels on rails. You should try it at least once. $3.25 per passenger gets you a 10-minute circuit ride over a pond and through the Assiniboine forest.

Very nice individuals who run this program. My daughter absolutely loves the train. We have taken her twice already and will hope to take her one more time before winter is officially here. Great experience for children of all ages. I know the train has its limits but I wish it was a tad bit longer. Either way super happy about it and great people running it. Suggested for all parents to bring your kids at least once.

Great steam train with a lots of bogie. The sound that the train makes is great kids had lot of fun. Tickets are also cheap. There is ample parking and washroom. If you are in the park I highly recommend the train ride. We did that every time we visited the park as its my kids favorite thing. Check out the images and follow for more.
Visited on
Weekend
Wait time
No wait
Reservation recommended
No

Spent the morning of canada day at assiniboine park and hopped on the first train ride of the day. The conductors/engineer and the guy in training were awesome and explained how the train worked to the kids. Quick ride around the track. Will be going again.
Visited on
Public holiday
Wait time
Up to 10 min
Reservation recommended
No

Rude customer service, racist. The smell is very bad for the environment. I expected it to be a modern way to run tje train , more sustainable way to run. Considering the air pollution, there should be a better way to run the matter. Not recommend
Visited on
Weekday
Wait time
Up to 10 min
Reservation recommended
No

Always a great time! There is no better place to bring back childhood memories or create new ones with your own offspring. Come on Winnipeg let's not lose this treasure; get out to Assiniboine Park and ride the train!
Visited on
Weekend
Wait time
Up to 10 min
Reservation recommended
No

Awesome. Great ride for the family. Good break up of the day. Hope on the steam train. Go for a ride and see the real deal. An actual coal burning steam train perfect for the fam. Our little guy enjoyed it and the ride through the tunnel and around the park. It was great. Recommended for sure

Felt like a kid! It used coal to power the steam engine, Yes it's REAL STEAM ENGINE. It lasts about 8 mins. Kids will like it. Defi Italy worth the try. The train departs at set times so please check online or at the ticket counter. Please note children above age of ONE HAVE TO PAY FULL FARE

My 2 year old loved this. It's a 7 min ride for $3.75 a person that's ok in my books. My only complaint is how loud and high-pitched the whistle is. Had most kids covering their ears and made a few cry. I suggest sitting at the back of sensitive to sound.

Pleasant ride, approx 9 minutes long. Real coal operated steam train. Excellent for young children. Staff was friendly. We got to see many dear. Currently taking good COVID-19 precautions (enforcing physical distancing, rigorous cleaning procedures).

Their website stated they were open yesterday, June 30,2022 and for the second time this year when I drive in from out of the city it is closed. The phone number does not answer. I am very disappointed and hope someone buys it and runs it properly:

The steam train is EXCELLENT! The operator of the train is absolutely great, friendly & professional. I have never had any problems or complaints. It is a jewel of the park! (Anyone who has any complaints is too picky. It is a very fun activity!)

Love coming here with my dad! We try to go at least once every summer. Passing on the tradition by bringing my partner and our friends who have kids!
Visited on
Weekend
Wait time
Up to 10 min
Reservation recommended
No

We had been looking forward to going on this train for over a year, it did not disappoint! Very fun, inexpensive (only $3 admission), informative conductor and got to see some deer on our ride which was awesome. Keep up the great work!

Yay for the train and for Tim Buzunis for keeping this treasure alive!! So happy to know that this iconic piece of history is still going strong. Major childhood memory for myself and so many others. There really is nothing like it!❤️

Great experience for a family. Kids love to ride a train with real tickets and a conductor. I usually use a coupon from the Save and Show book for an extra discount. Sometimes, we wait a little longer on weekends when it gets busier.

Been riding this train every summer for the past 55+ years. Grandfather used to take us once a summer. And I love to do the same. Always worth the wait and the money! It's one of the things I love to do in summer!

Was good experience jump on a train and you get about 10 min rides not many views but goes through Assiniboine only
Visited on
Weekend
Wait time
Up to 10 min
Reservation recommended
No

Engineer blew the whistle easily 1/3 of the short train ride. Extremely loud, kids holding their ears the entire ride because they're afraid if it and babies crying. Would've been nice otherwise.

Cute steam train ride, great for kids!! The zoo has a really neat Churchill experience including polar bears and seals! Also has a stingray pool where you can actually touch stingrays in a pool!

Really cool train! My boy loved it and wished it was a longer ride.. the seats made me happy it wasn't
Wait time
Up to 10 min
Reservation recommended
No

Drove all the way with my baby , online says they’re open none was there it was closed .Tried calling - calls can’t go thought . Too bad .
Visited on
Weekday

Train was cute. My kid really didn't know what to think about it. Very noisy as well... but it was fun to do something different at assiniboine park.

He needs help, lits of people but a few volunteers would be great. And also there is a lack of signage to get to the steam train somebody help her

We took our grandchildren last week. The wait was about 20 minutes and the ride was very short. But they enjoyed it and that is all that matters

Kids thought it was neat, we even saw deer and bunnies. The wait to start was long so I had to keep the kids entertained for a bit.

This steam train is something unique in the city. We had a great time, the operator is helpful and nice, and is reasonably priced.

LOVE Timmy the train and go many many times every summer. The conductor is awesome and the kids love spotting deer in the trees

I've been riding on this train ever since I was a kid, and I still love it! Now I take my daughter, and she loves it too!

Great little gem haven’t been on that train since early 70s brought a flood of great memories.Love that train …

My kids loved the experience, it's a short ride but the steam machine was a great adventure!
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We saw around 20 wild deer. Some of them were as close as 20 feet. My toddler loved it as well. Fun ride for kids.

Beautifully maintained train, short ride suitable even for young children. Watch for deer family in the forest.

It's nice to be able to do this with my kid who loves trains. Cheap drinks and snacks at the booth as well.

Great little historical train, fun ride. Cheaper if you pay with cash, but they do have debit as well

Best tourist attraction of Assiniboine Park! Hope it stays in business for many, many more years!

Unique fun for kids. Drivers kind of a grump, but there's not much interaction with him.

Very fun first time experience for my 2 year old granddaughter. Short but sweet …

A pleasant and low cost ride on an old small steam engine train. Great for the kids.

Quick ride, about 10 minutes. Great for young children. Prices are reasonable also.

Fun, unique and cheap. If you're at the park it's well worth hopping on for a ride.

Been a happy a passenger since 93 Wonderful attraction for everyone to enjoy!

My child's choice
Visited on
Weekend
Wait time
Up to 10 min

My three year old loved it! $3.25 per person cash or $3.50 for debit

Too much waiting to leave, too much loud whistle. Cool train though

What's not to love, it's a must if you've never been, or have kids.

Very friendly staff, took all precautions return covid-19

Unfortunately the train was not here and it was closed.

We love the steam train! My son enjoyed it so much!

Great little ride and supporting local business!

It's a little trip like 5min, just for the kids

Nice little train, miss the coal burning smell!

Really fun and inexpensive! $6/person!

Cheap and fun, little kids love it.

Just like when I was a little girl

Well taken care of. Interesting.

just as good as when I was a kid

Awesome experience …

Fun for children of any age

Nice little loop rail trip

Great toddler adventure!

Come on. A steam train?

Try it at least once!

Great for toddlers!!

Amazing little train

Great for the kids!

A unique exprience

Quite whistlesome

great for kids

Loved it

Cool

Fun