Explore Kingston's historic downtown and shopping districts in a nostalgic way on a red trolley tour. Listen as your guide reveals 300 years of local history through facinating stories.

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Free cancellation: Cancel up to 24 hours in advance to receive a full refund
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Duration 1 hour: Check availability to see starting times.
Live tour guide: English
Wheelchair accessible

Highlights

Feel the excitement of riding through downtown Kingston on a red trolley
Learn about Kingston’s vibrant history and heritage dating back over 300 years
See the classic architecture of Queen's University and Kingston Penitentiary
Get your camera ready to capture pictures of views of Fort Henry on Point Henry
Enjoy a convenience of a centrally-located boarding and disembarkation point

Full description

Discover the history and architecture of Kingston on a sightseeing trolley tour through downtown. Step back in time as your guide tells you stories from the city's past. See sights like Queen's University and the notorious Kingston Penitentiary.

Hop aboard a red trolley at the conveniently located trolley stop in downtown Kingston. Enjoy a family-friendly ride and capture some selfies on a bright red trolley. Roll through the streets pas art galleries and museums.

Take in the old buildings at Queen's University, one of Canada's oldest degree-granting institutions. Ride the iconic trolley by sights like the Maximum security Kingston Penitentiary which was built in 1835 and is now a museum.

Pass by visitor attractions and historic sites like Fort Henry which is perched atop Point Henry. Return to your starting point at the end of your tour.

Includes

Trolley ticket

Hotel pickup and drop-off

Meeting point

Arrive 20 minutes prior to boarding and collect your ticket(s) from Waterfront Gifts at 248 Ontario St. After picking up your tickets, please proceed to Trolley departure point at 209 Ontario Street.

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Important information

Not allowed

Pets
Smoking
Luggage or large bags

Know before you go

Infants aged 2 and under can ride free of charge
Wheelchair accessibility is limited, so please advise activity provider if this is necessary for your tour using the contact details on your GetYourGuide voucher
Each trolley holds 32 passengers

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4.8 /5

based on 18 reviews

Review summary

Guide
4.3/5
Transportation
4.8/5
Value for money
4.3/5

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The guided city tour was very interesting showing us the most beautiful and interesting aspects of the city. The driver-guide was very interesting and very knowledgeable about the history of the city. However the vehicle's acoustic system was terrible. We only heard a tiny part of the explanations. A technical upgrade would be more than required..

June 28, 2022

Very fun driver and guide. Informative.

July 27, 2022

July 26, 2022

Kingston: Sightseeing Red Trolley Tour with Guide

Kingston: Sightseeing Red Trolley Tour with Guide

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