Hesston Steamworks

4.5/5
(92) · Museum in La Porte, United States
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Hesston Steam Museum is an outdoor museum operated by the La Porte County Historical Steam Society in Hesston, Indiana. It is located at …

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4.5/5 · 92 reviews
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Nov 7, 2023
Such a fun fall day! Took the grands on a train ride (Ghost train) and everyone loved it! Our first time here, we were visiting family in the area: had emailed for details and had prompt response! Pl… Full review by Bluemango4me
Sep 21, 2023
You can ride on three different kinds of trains. We rode the narrow gauge, which went around for two miles going through a small forest. It was a nice summer day so very pretty. They have a small gi… Full review by PMA1984
Sep 5, 2023
Place is run down. Employees are rude, especially the conductors that act like they’re the real thing and cop attitude against the guests. Will never go again. Full review by Marie S
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Do they have all inclusive packages (to ride all 3 trains)? My family of 5 is planning a weekend trip there & I'm trying to …
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Do they have all inclusive packages (to ride all 3 trains)? My family of 5 is planning a weekend trip there & I'm trying to go ahead & buy our tickets so that I can also book our Air BnB. I dont want to get there and there be no availability at Hesston. If there arent all inclusive packages, do I just buy 3 tickets per person?
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You can buy a four punch ticket that's good for all 3 railroads.
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Is this meant for just kids? Can adults ride all these trains. It’s just my husband and I.
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Yes, adult can ride all the trains.
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Do they take debit/credit?
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Debit, credit or cash, all OK.
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Can I bring small dog?
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I suppose you can bring a small dog as long as it is on a leash. Trains cannot stop on a dime so loose animals risk injury. The train whistles are loud so a sensitive animal may have a …
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I suppose you can bring a small dog as long as it is on a leash. Trains cannot stop on a dime so loose animals risk injury. The train whistles are loud so a sensitive animal may have a problem with that.
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Is there a weight limit in order to ride the trains?
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I'm 6'3" 330 and no one looked at me twice. There's some really big people on them. I never saw anyone asked and there certainly aren't any signs anywhere. This applies to all …
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I'm 6'3" 330 and no one looked at me twice. There's some really big people on them. I never saw anyone asked and there certainly aren't any signs anywhere. This applies to all trains including the smallest 'ride-on' trains.
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