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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!

Book online or call: 1-800-848-0011

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Highlights

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! With engaging commentary from our knowledgeable tour guides, you’ll enjoy a rich overview of Kingston’s 300+ years of history.

See the route

Hop on and off at Kingston's top attractions / historic sites
Live commentary provided by local guides
Scenic views of historic Kingston
Great for families & groups

Included:

75-minute sightseeing tour
Stops at Kingston's top attractions
Live narration
Climate control

Not Included:

Gratuities
Site Admission ($)

What to Bring:

Comfortable shoes, weather appropriate clothing, sunscreen/sunglasses, camera for photo-ops.

Upgrade to a K-Pass!

Want to get more out of your visit? Upgrade to a K-Pass for easy admission into Kingston’s top museums, tours and attractions. With K-Pass you can walk right in, scan your pass, and start exploring while saving compared to purchasing admissions separately. Available May 9 – Oct 12.

What You'll See

Explore Canada’s first Capital city, passing iconic visitor attractions, museums, art galleries and historic sites from the comfort of a red trolley. Sites include: Kingston’s City Hall, Fort Henry, Market Square, Bellevue House, Kingston Penitentiary & much more!

Duration: 75-minutes
9 Stops

Schedule & Departures

Departure Information
Departure Time

Late Spring / Early Fall 
(May 9 – June 26 / Sept 8 – Oct 12)

Hourly service (10am-5pm)

Summer
(June 27 – Sept 7)

30-minute service (9:30am-4:30pm)
Ticket Collection Point
248 Ontario Street, Kingston Ontario

All tickets for your reservation must be picked up in person at our ticket counter prior to the boarding time listed on your original confirmation document. Visit us in store at Waterfront Gifts & Apparel located at 248 Ontario St. Tickets are also sold at Kingston 1000 Islands Cruises Ticket Office at 1 Brock St. or at the Visitors Information Centre at 209 Ontario St.

Departure Point
209 Ontario Street, Kingston Ontario

Board and depart from 209 Ontario Street, in front of the Visitors Information Centre in the heart of downtown Kingston. 

  • Please arrive at least 15 minutes before departure
  • No parking on site
  • No outside food or drink, no pets
  • No passport required

Vessel & Seating

Boat Name
Seat Style: Indoor lounge + open deck; first-come, first-served (if true).
Amenities: Restrooms, bar, climate control.
Accessibility specifics: deck access notes, aisle widths where relevant.

Know Before You Go

Ticket Pickup

248 Ontario St. Kingston, Ontario

All tickets for your reservation must be picked up in person at our ticket counter prior to the boarding time listed on your original confirmation document. Visit us in store at Waterfront Gifts & Apparel located at 248 Ontario St. Tickets are also sold at Kingston 1000 Islands Cruises Ticket Office at 1 Brock St. or at the Visitors Information Centre at 209 Ontario St.

Departure Point

209 Ontario St. Kingston, Ontario

Board and depart from 209 Ontario Street, in front of the Visitors Information Centre in the heart of downtown Kingston. 

  • Please arrive at least 15 minutes before departure
  • No parking on site
  • No outside food or drink, no pets
  • No passport required
Accessibility

We would be pleased to speak more with you about accessibility requirements and are glad to accommodate all of our guests whenever possible. Visit our accessibility page to learn more.

 

Weather

Tours depart rain-or shine: events will not be cancelled for inclement weather unless a trolley driver determines that it is unsafe to drive.

Cancellations

Tickets are non-refundable, unless Ticket Assurance has been purchased/added to your reservation at the time of booking. See our full FAQ page for further details and policies.

Departure Times

Service ranges from 30 minutes to 1 hour depending on the day. Stop arrival times may vary depending on traffic and other factors. Please be ready at your stop at least five minutes ahead of time.

What Our Guests Say

4.7/5 (1,500+ reviews)

Included with K-Pass

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where do cruises depart from?

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What should I bring on the boat?

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Are meals included in ticket prices?

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Is the cruise suitable for families?

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