These are only some of the General Interest tours planned for the SurfLiner 2024 NMRA National Convention. Be sure to check back often for more activities!
R.M.S Queen Mary
Located directly across the harbor from the convention hotel, the R.M.S. Queen Mary is a step into the past, when travel by ship was elegant and grand. Rich with history and romance, from the first voyage in 1936, to the troopship days of WWII, to the golden days of the 1950’s, this is a very special experience.
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San Antonio Winery
Established in 1917, the San Antonio Winery is the oldest producing winery in Los Angeles. Tour the production area, then enjoy a wine tasting in the tasting room and fresh gourmet Italian fare in the Maddalena Restaurant. The winery also features a unique gift shop.
Catalina Island
Come explore this gem 26 miles (or so) across the sea from Long Beach! Once you arrive, there are many activities you may choose from including: dining, shopping, hiking, tours, zip lining, diving, and more. All activities on the island are at additional cost on your own. This is an all-day excursion..
Nixon Library
The presidential museum features 22 unique spaces that incorporate multimedia and interactive technologies. Visitors begin their journey in the new Malek Theater and enjoy a 13-minute orientation film before entering the permanent galleries in the “Wave of Change” gallery, which covers a period of great upheaval throughout the 1960s and during the months leading up to the November 1968 presidential election. Travel through President Nixon's presidency and resignation and return to his origins in the “Back to the Beginning” gallery. From there, travel through Nixon’s life and his extraordinary accomplishments prior to becoming the 37th President of the United States. The journey ends with Richard Nixon’s post-presidency period and his contributions as elder statesman, his impact on American culture, a solemn remembrance of Mr. and Mrs. Nixon’s memorial services, and the short “Epilogue” film at the conclusion of the exhibit.The 9 acre campus includes memorabilia, artifacts, clothing, and photos from the Nixon administration. The presidential limousine and VH-3A Sea King presidential helicopter are also on display.
Warner Brothers Studio Tour
Celebrating 100 years of making movie and television magic, this 2-3 hour guided walking tour will take you through one of the world’s oldest working studios. Visit the sets and see the props and costumes from some of your favorite films and TV shows. Knowledgeable Tour Guides will give us a 1 hour guided tour of the behind the scenes look at how TV and Movie magic is made. After that you will have 90 minutes to explore on your own immersive sets and props from shows like Big Bang Theory and Friends and movies like Harry Potter or the DC Universe. You can also get a bite to eat at the Central Perk Café, which features New York Deli items. This tour is ADA compliant but no one under 5 is allowed. 
Academy Museum of Motion Pictures
Academy Museum of Motion Pictures-This is America’s largest institution dedicated to the art and science of moviemaking. With over 13 million objects in its collection, you will see props, costumes, set pieces (think The Godfather) and learn about the fascinating processes that go into creating a film. See an Oscar® close-up!
Petersen Automotive Museum
With over 100 vehicles on display in 25 galleries, the Petersen Automotive Museum features rare and unique autos from all eras. If cars are your thing, this tour is a must-see.
These are only some of the General Interest tours planned for the SurfLiner 2024 NMRA National Convention.
Be sure to check back often for more tours!
"Tours are subject to possible change or cancellation."