DULUTH PRIVATE FIELD GUIDE
Be a rail baron for a night aboard your own private Silver Club Domecar
A private domecar for up to 10 guests with dinner and up to two drinks per person on select North Shore Scenic Railroad excursions—this guide explains what to expect and how to plan.
Be a rail baron for a night aboard your own private Silver Club Domecar.
Experience an evening aboard the exclusive Silver Club Domecar: a private loungecar sold as a single ticket for up to 10 guests, featuring a chef-crafted, locally sourced dinner, multiple lounge spaces and an upstairs dome with seating for guests to spread out during the 2.5-hour excursion.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Your own loungecar for up to 10 guests
The Silver Club Domecar is available as a single private ticket that covers up to 10 people, giving your party exclusive use of the loungecar and dining service on select departures.
Locally sourced, chef-crafted dinner included
An executive chef prepares a multi-course meal included with the private-car ticket—menu selections for 2025 include braised beef short rib, Northwoods pork loin, and a vegan, gluten-free kofta—served with appetizers, salad, sides, coffee and dessert.
An upstairs dome and multiple lounges to explore
Guests can begin in the domecar—24 seats among six tables—then later explore three other lounges on the car and even a small bedroom with a single couch/bunk during the evening ride.
What the day feels like
What the evening feels like
Boarding starts with a walk into your private car; guests often pass the tables set for dinner and head upstairs to the exclusive dome. Within minutes of departure an attendant will take drink orders and serve appetizers; later the party returns to the dining arrangement for the included multi-course meal, and at points during the 2.5-hour excursion visitors are free to move among the dome, the other lounges and the small onboard sleeping area.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this private railcar fits—and who should look elsewhere.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
The excursion runs about 2.5 hours; meet at the North Shore Scenic Railroad & Lake Superior Railroad Museum for boarding and departure.
Suggested attire is business casual; bring any personal items you need for a seated dining experience aboard a historic railcar.
Only one private ticket is sold per domecar (up to 10 guests); museum passes can be added at a half-off combination rate and may be purchased the day of the excursion.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
Do I need a reservation?
Reservations are strongly recommended but not required; tickets may be purchased up to 20 minutes prior to departure, though the train can sell out so pre-purchasing is recommended.
How long is the excursion?
The experience lasts approximately 2.5 hours.
Where do I meet for boarding?
Meet at the North Shore Scenic Railroad & Lake Superior Railroad Museum for boarding and departure.
Are pets allowed on the train or in the museum?
Pets are not allowed on excursions or in the museum; service animals as defined by the ADA are permitted.
Is the domecar wheelchair accessible?
No. Due to the historic nature of the railroad equipment, this excursion is not wheelchair accessible.
Can I bring a stroller?
Strollers are not permitted on trains because of space limitations; the conductor can approve or deny loading items and strollers are suggested to be left in a vehicle or parked near the station ticket office for pickup after the excursion.
What is included in the meal service?
The private-car ticket includes a multi-course dinner with appetizers, salad, chive and cream cheese smashed baby red potatoes, dill roasted carrots, complimentary coffee and a chocolate pot de crème dessert; 2025 menu entrees include braised beef short rib, Northwoods pork loin, and a vegan/gluten-free kofta.