Even sitting in the front car of a Metro train is a bit of a thrill for them. At the very back, you see the whole thing snaking out in front of you, its engine taking curves long before you get there. Lots of families debate this as children board. But whichever seat your child prefers, the following parks run tiny trains during warmer months. Rides last from 10 to 15 minutes, and the fare is about a dollar.
Lines can be long on summer weekends.
Burke Lake Park Watkins Regional Park Lake Fairfax Park Wheaton Regional Park Model Trains You can't ride on model trains, but you can see entire towns re-created down to the smallest detail. You can see auto racing at the tracks below. Most drag strips even allow you to race the family car. Children under 12 pay less and are often free. In bad weather, call to see if races have been canceled.