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Trolley City Tour of Kingston

36 Reviews 4.75 out of 5 stars Based on 36 reviews collected by Cool Kingston and TripAdvisor |
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94% of reviewers gave this experience a rating of 4 or higher.
| Kingston, Canada
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from $32.86 per person

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Trolley passing by Fort Henry
Kingston Penitentiary
Royal Military College
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On average, this is booked 10 (0.6) days in advance.
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Offered in: English
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Overview

Kingston Trolley Tours take you on an in-depth tour of Kingston's historic downtown and waterfront, passing by all of the city's most well-known visitor destinations including Fort Henry, the Penitentiary Museum, and Queen’s University. The Trolley is the ideal way to enjoy Kingston’s history and attractions. Your experienced tour guide will provide an informative, engaging overview of Kingston’s more than three hundred years of history.

What's Included

  • Trolley City Tour of Kingston
  • Live commentary (English only) on board
  • Professional driver/guide
  • Gratuities
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209 Ontario Street
Kingston, ON K7L 2Z1, Canada

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Kingston Trolley Tours

Explore the history of Canada's first capital aboard a comfortable thirty-two passenger trolley. The Trolley is the ideal way to enjoy Kingston’s history and attractions. The GPS-triggered narration system in English, French, German and Chinese will complement your experienced English-speaking tour guide; together they provide an informative, engaging overview of Kingston’s more than three hundred years of history. The trolley route covers all of Kingston’s historic old town and downtown shopping district, including Fort Henry, the Penitentiary Museum, and Queen’s University.Trolley City Tours (offered only from April 19th to May 17th and from October 15th to October 27th) are a round-trip 75 minute tour only, they do not include hop on, hop off stops. All Tours depart from in front of Visitor Experience Center at 209 Ontario Street, Kingston, ON.
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1 hour • Admission Ticket Included

Kingston City Hall (pass by)

See historic Kingston City Hall
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Fort Henry National Historic Site (pass by)

The trolley stops at all of Kingston's historic downtown sites including Fort Henry.
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Kingston Public Market (pass by)

See Kingston's Farmer's Market
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PumpHouse Museum (pass by)

See the historic PumpHouse, Murney Tower National Historic Site and City Park
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Bellevue House National Historic Site (pass by)

See the home of Canada's First Prime Minister
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Canada's Penitentiary Museum (pass by)

Get a view of Kingston Penitentiary, Kingston's Penitentiary Museum and historic Portsmouth Village
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Cathedral of Saint Mary (pass by)

See the beautiful Gothic architecture of St.Mary's Cathedral.
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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • May be operated by a multi-lingual guide (English & French)
  • Only selected departures are wheelchair accessible, please inquire when booking

Frequently Asked Questions (7)

Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Trolley City Tour of Kingston?

A: This tour is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded. This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund. Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

This tour is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.

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Activity code: C-17217P11

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Average 4.75 out of 5 stars based on 36 traveler reviews collected by Cool Kingston and partner sites such as Cool Destinations and TripAdvisor

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Frequently Asked Questions (7)

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Trolley City Tour of Kingston?
A:
This tour is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
Apr 2025
Q: What's included in the price?
A:
The following is included:
  • Trolley City Tour of Kingston.
  • Live commentary (English only) on board.
  • Professional driver/guide.
The following is NOT included:
  • Gratuities.
Apr 2025
Q: What is the weather cancellation policy?
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This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.

Apr 2025
Q: What is the minimum age for this tour?
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There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..

Apr 2025
Q: My date is not available in the calendar, I am just checking to see if it is available?
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If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.

If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.

Apr 2025
Q: Is this an accessible tour?
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Accessibility information for the Trolley City Tour of Kingston is as follows:

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Apr 2025
Q: Where is the meeting point for this activity?
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Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Trolley City Tour of Kingston will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Kingston. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!

 

 

Mar 2024

What's Included

Activity name

  • Trolley City Tour of Kingston
  • Live commentary (English only) on board
  • Professional driver/guide
  • Gratuities

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • May be operated by a multi-lingual guide (English & French)
  • Only selected departures are wheelchair accessible, please inquire when booking
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers

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