Polar Express train ride brings some Christmas magic to Scotland – an ideal festive treat for children
The Polar Express Train Ride steams into Edinburgh’s Waverley Station this Christmas. Here’s all you need to know about this enchanting experience and how to book.
Do you believe? This Christmas season, Edinburgh Waverley station will be brimming with the magic of Christmas as THE POLAR EXPRESS™ Train Ride returns for another enchanting year. Following last year’s incredible debut, which welcomed over 30,000 eager passengers, this heart-warming and immersive experience promises to once again capture the spirit of the season for families, friends, and festive revellers alike.
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Vintage steam engine
This year’s adventure, departing from Edinburgh Waverley station, will feature a thrilling new twist—a vintage steam engine! The sight of this iconic locomotive pulling into the station is sure to evoke a sense of nostalgia, transporting guests back in time while stirring up excitement for the journey ahead. Aboard the train, familiar faces from the beloved 2004 film THE POLAR EXPRESS™ come to life as the classic Christmas story unfolds on the journey to the North Pole.
All aboard!
From the moment you board, you’ll be greeted by none other than The Conductor, eagerly waiting to clip your Golden Ticket—a hallmark of the magical adventure. As the train rolls along the tracks, passengers will be treated to an experience like no other, with singing and dancing chefs serving up piping hot cups of “Hot, Hot, Hot, Hot Chocolate” and delectable milk chocolate cookies.
But this journey is more than just a train ride—it’s a leap into the world of imagination, where the spirit of Christmas is brought to life through immersive storytelling and interactive experiences. Along the way, passengers will meet a mysterious traveller, who might just make you question your belief in Christmas. Can you hear the bell ring? Maybe it’s because you don’t believe… yet.
Let the story unfold
As the timeless tale of THE POLAR EXPRESS™ is narrated aboard the train, young and old alike are invited to engage with the characters and the story. It’s an experience designed to rekindle the magic of Christmas in the hearts of everyone—from the smallest child to the most seasoned grandparent.
As the journey progresses, you might hear a mysterious stir, perhaps even footsteps on the roof. Could it be? Yes! A very special guest arrives—Mr. C himself, Santa Claus, bringing with him the first gift of Christmas. In keeping with the cherished tradition from the book and film, each guest will receive a Silver Sleigh Bell, a gift that carries a simple yet powerful message: only those who truly believe can hear its beautiful ring.
And as the train heads back toward Edinburgh Waverley station, the air will be filled with the soft chime of sleigh bells ringing, accompanied by one final question: “Do you believe? Do you hear the bell?” The Polar Express reminds us that, sometimes, seeing isn’t believing—believing is seeing.
Book now
Tickets for this extraordinary experience are now available, and spaces are filling up fast! Don’t miss your chance to join THE POLAR EXPRESS™ Train Ride for a journey you and your loved ones will never forget. Visit the website here to secure your tickets today and get ready to embark on the Christmas adventure of a lifetime!