Explore Kingston
on the Trolley
Enjoy an informative, historic city tour of Kingston from the iconic red trolley
Kingston Trolley Tours
Kingston Trolley Tours offers tours of historic Kingston, Ontario, aboard seven comfortable twenty-six to thirty-two passenger trolleys.
Trolley is the ideal way to explore Kingston’s history and attractions, and is also available for Private Charter.
Featured Tours
Hop-On Hop-Off Trolley
Operating daily from May 9 – October 12
The Hop-On Hop-Off Trolley route connects Kingston’s museums, historic sites and visitor attractions on a 9-stop loop, covering all of Kingston’s historic old town as far East as Fort Henry and as far West as the Kingston Penitentiary. Stay on board for the full 75-min guided tour, or hop off along the route to explore. For easy admission into each attraction, consider upgrading to an all-inclusive K-Pass!
- Duration: 75 minutes
Ghost & Mystery
Take a tour through Kingston’s mysterious past on the Ghost and Mystery Trolley. This 90-min evening tour takes you off the beaten path to notable sites and notorious neighbourhoods that played a ghostly role in Kingston’s early history.
- Duration: 90 minutes
City Tour
Available in Early Spring (April 18-May 8) and Late Fall (Oct 13 – Nov 1) at 11am, 1pm, 3pm. Available in Summer (June 27 – Sept 7) at 5pm.
See the Best of Kingston! Your experienced tour guide provides an informative, engaging overview of Kingston’s more than three hundred years of history. Explore Canada’s first Capital City, passing iconic visitor attractions, museums, art galleries and historic sites from the comfort of a red trolley.
- Duration: 60 minutes
Fall Colours Tour
Take in the vibrant hues of autumn on a 2-hour Fall Colours Trolley Tour!
Board the Trolley at the Visitor Information Centre at 209 Ontario St. in downtown Kingston and set off toward Fort Henry for spectacular views of the city from atop the hill. Then, head up Highway 15 to Kingston Mills, where you’ll disembark to experience the beautiful scenery surrounding the historic locks.
- Duration: 2 hours
Christmas Light Tour
Experience Kingston lit up for the holidays on a festive trolley ride.
Our elf and driver will be your merry hosts for the evening as we set off to explore Kingston’s best decorated neighbourhoods. There’s much to see, from timeless scenes to lawns dressed so creatively!
- Duration: 75 minutes
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Hop-On Hop-Off
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Are tours operating right now?
City Tours are available on weekends in March. Our main Cruise & Trolley Season begins April 3rd, 2026.
What is the best way to save on a tour?
K-Pass is your all-inclusive ticket to Kingston from May to October, including a 1000 Islands Cruise, Hop-On Hop-Off Trolley Tour, discounts on dining at local restaurants, and admission to Kingston’s top museums and attractions. Learn more at kpass.ca
Where does the Trolley depart from?
During our main operating season, the Trolley departs from 209 Ontario St. outside the Kingston Visitor Information Centre, just opposite City Hall. Christmas Light Tours depart from 248 Ontario St. outside our gift store, Waterfront Gifts & Apparel.
Is the Trolley wheelchair accessible?
We have three accessible trolleys in our fleet of seven which can accommodate up to two wheelchair users per vehicle. See our Accessibility page for more details.