The Seminole Gulf Railway Mystery Dinner Train includes comedy murder mysteries, specials, getaway packages and holiday events for people of all ages. The Seminole travels over 100 miles from the Colonial Station depot in Fort Myers at 2805 Colonial Blvd., Fort Myers, Florida, between North Naples, Oneco (Bradenton) and Sarasota. The train operates year-round and seats up to 200 passengers. Food is prepared aboard the train in the "Marco" kitchen. All evening murder mystery dinner trains include a five-course meal during a 3 1/2 hour journey. Dinners range from $69.00 to $129 and above for evening dinner and hotel combination packages. All Murder Mystery Dinner Trains depart at 6:30 p.m. sharp (5:30 p.m. on Sundays). Call 800-SEM-GULF or email [email protected] for more information and to make reservations.
Florida Rail Adventures offers its Murder Mystery Express that operates on select Thursdays and Fridays at 6:30 p.m. The train is limited to 48 seats, designed in the style for traditional railroad dining sharing. The train departs from Eustis at 51 West Magnolia Avenue in the Grand Magnolia Building across from the Bay Street Theatre. The depot offers free parking, is equipped for the handicapped and includes a gift shop waiting area. Tickets for the dinner, train ride and entertainment cost $55.00, excluding tax and tip. Couples share tables in traditional railroad dining style. Guests must arrive at least 30 minutes prior to scheduled departure time. For more information, email [email protected] or call 352-589-4300 between 10 a.m. and noon and 1 p.m. and 4 p.m. daily, except on Sunday.
Some Florida mystery dinner trains offer specials for weekends and hotel packages for their train excursions. Inquire about customized corporate and special events, private parties and holidays. Consider murder mystery dinner trains for gift certificates and surprise birthday parties.