California Family Destination Guide

Orange Empire Railway Museum has plenty of things to do that will keep the family busy all day long. The museum railway operates every weekend and on most major holidays from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. The Museum grounds contain numerous buildings, parks and outdoor areas to explore. One ticket will let you ride as many times as you like. Main line trains leave about every 30 minutes. There is also a local line which takes visitors on a loop around the museum. On special occasions the museum staff runs an old fashion steam train on the main line track. Bring along a picnic lunch and sit under one of the many shady trees. The gift shop located in the station has lot of train books and gifts the kids will enjoy. If you kids love trains they will love visiting the wonderful museum in Perris, California. Orange Empire Railway Museum is located at 2201 S. “A” St. in the City of Perris. Access to the Museum Grounds is free and an all day train pass is ten dollars. more pictures

The Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum and Planetarium takes you back to the days of early Egypt without leaving California. The museum  houses the largest collection of Egyptian artifacts on exhibit in the western United States.  Inside the museum you will find an extensive collection of artifacts, jewelry and displays about ancient Egyptian.  Kids will enjoy exploring the tomb in the basement and checking out the free planetarium show.  More than 30,000 children visit the place every year with school groups and clubs.  Your ticket buys you admission to a fully air conditioned museum, a planetarium show, and the option to walk around the museum grounds. The Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum is a hidden gem in San Jose and a fun trip for the whole family.
Egyptian Museum & Planetarium
1342 Naglee Ave, San Jose, CA
Tel: (408) 947-3636