With Amtrak routes that crisscross across the South, vacationing by train has never been easier.
Youre completely relaxed, having avoided the stress of flying or driving.
When you arrive, you step off the train and into the heart of a beautiful,walkable downtown.
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Youre in the center of everything, and its exactly the vacation youve dreamed of.
Here are nine spectacular Southern cities that you wont want to miss on your next stop.
For brunch, stop in to theBriarpatch Restaurantfor raspberry and brie French toast.
Winter Park, Florida.Credit:Courtesy of Visit Orlando
The citys downtown train station also provides easy access to the greater Orlando area through the regional rail lineSunRail.
Laurel, Mississippi
Brooke Davis-Jefcoat
Fans of HGTVsHome Townhave likely already added Laurel to their bucket lists.
A range of lodging options can be found across the historic district.
Alexandria, Virginia.Credit:Adedayo “Dayo” Kosoko for Visit Alexandria
King and Elvis Presley.
Laurel, Mississippi.Credit:Brooke Davis-Jefcoat
Harpers Ferry, West Virginia.Credit:Courtesy of the West Virginia Department of Tourism
Charleston, South Carolina.Credit:Courtesy of Discover South Carolina
Savannah, Georgia.Credit:courtesy of Visit Savannah
The French Quarter in New Orleans, Louisiana.Credit:Paul Broussard/NewOrleans.com
The Beale Street Flippers in Memphis, Tennessee.Credit:Justin Fox Burks
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