Perris Attractions
Perris became a city in 1911 and offers abundant recreational opportunities. The town is located 37mi/60km west of Palm Springs.
The Orange Empire Railway Museum in Perris is the largest operating railway museum in the Western United States with more than 200 locomotives on its 64 acre grounds.
Hours:
9am-5pm
Always closed on: Thanksgiving - USA (4th Thursday, November ), Christmas - Christian (December 25)
Tips: Admission charged for train rides on weekends and during events. Trolleys and trains operate every weekend, 11am to 5pm.
Facilities: Gift shop
The Perris Valley Historical Museum has displays of the history of Perris including artifacts from the Luiseno Indians, turn of the century clothing, and mining tools.
Hours:
12pm-4pm; Closed: Mon, Tue, Wed
Facilities: Gift shop