Are the Boston Sightseeing Trolley Tour drivers knowledgeable about Boston?

You will be amazed at how knowledgeable the conductors are! All tour conductors go through a rigorous six-week training program to ensure that their tour is safe, their information is accurate, and their customer service is outstanding.

Is the Boston Sightseeing Trolley Tour narrated?

Yes, the Old Town Trolley is fully narrated by knowledgeable, expert guides. However, an Old Town Trolley Tour is more than just a narration, it’s an experience! You’ll hear sound effects and much more.

Are food and drinks allowed on the Boston Sightseeing Trolley Tour?

Yes, food and drinks are welcome. However alcoholic beverages are not allowed under any circumstance for the safety and comfort of all of our guests.

Are pets allowed on the Boston Sightseeing Trolley Tour?

Service animals are the only animals that are allowed on board the trolleys.

Are the Boston Sightseeing Trolleys handicap accessible?

A certain number of the trolleys are equipped with hydraulic wheelchair lifts. Please call the phone number on your ticket at least 24 hours prior to your travel date to confirm an accessible vehicle.

Are the Boston Sightseeing Trolleys enclosed?

The trolleys are open-air vehicles but have plastic windows that can roll up or roll down depending on the weather conditions.

What if there is bad weather on the day of my Boston Sightseeing Trolley Tour?

Tours operate rain or shine, hot or cold, year-round. However, bear in mind that conditions can be harsh, especially in the winter-time. If the tour does not operate due to weather, you will receive a full refund.

Are the Boston Sightseeing Trolleys heated in the winter?

Yes. During the wintertime, the trolleys are heated.

Does the Boston Sightseeing Trolley Tour follow the Freedom Trail?

The Freedom Trail is a self-guided walking tour that takes in different historical sites. The trolley tour gets you close to many of the sights along the Freedom Trail but does not follow the Freedom Trail exactly.

How many stops are there on the Boston Sightseeing Trolley Tour?

There are 18 stops on the tour, which are conveniently located at or near all the major points of interest.

How many times can I go around the Boston Sightseeing Trolley Tour loop?

You may ride the Old Town Trolley Tour around as many times as you wish. Many of the attractions will get increasingly busy as the day progresses, so it's best to get off and on as you go and take advantage of the sights

How often do trolleys come to each stop on the Boston Sightseeing Trolley Tour?

The frequency of the trolleys depends on the time of the year, and traffic and weather conditions. In addition, the trolleys tend to run more frequently on weekends than on weekdays.

Can I bring my stroller on board the Boston Sightseeing Trolley Tour?

Yes, we can accommodate strollers but they must be collapsible and will be stored up front with the conductor. Strollers in the aisle ways would constitute a safety hazard.

Do I have to do the harbor cruise on the same day as the trolley tour (if Gold or Platinum option selected)?

You do not have to do the harbor cruise on the same day as the trolley but you can if you wish to. It is best to stop by the harbor cruise check-in earlier in the day to make sure there are seats available for your preferred departure time.

Boston Hop-On Hop-Off Trolley Tour with 13 Stops

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Boston, USA

Very popular!

5+ bookings in the past 6 hours.

2 hours (approx.)
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English

Why travelers loved this

4.3

· Stephen_Q ·

May 2026

This was an excellent tour. Pudge was a knowledgeable and funny and funny guide. I learned a lot about American and Bostonian history. We got a lot of great food and entertainment recommendations from Pudge along the way. I highly recommend this tour, it is worth the money.

· Richard_N ·

Mar 2026

Great time, everyone was very knowledgeable, very friendly and very helpful during the tour and also offered tips on places to go

· Cara_S ·

May 2026

Easily accessible from all over downtown Boston (from North Train Station) and other areas. Rode the Green Trolley line and didn't get off until entire loop was completed (90 minutes)... had lunch in Quincy Market and hopped back on and rode it to stop 4 (train station)... perfect way to see Boston and so many historical spots! Had 2 different drivers and they were both great!

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Overview

Explore the best of Boston at your own pace on a hop-on hop-off trolley tour of the city. Choose from a 1- or 2-day pass and see Boston’s top attractions, including the USS Constitution, the original bar from TV show “Cheers,” and the Faneuil Hall Marketplace, to name a few. The pass includes discounted admission to the Boston Tea Party Ships and Museum, to enjoy during or after the tour.

See the most popular sights of Boston with one simple booking
Hop on and off at any of the stops at your convenience
A stress-free and economic way to sightsee around Boston
Comfortable enclosed trolleys are suitable for all weather and seasons

What's Included

Narration by professional tour conductor
Discount to the Boston Tea Party Ships & Museum and Boston Harbor Cruise
• FREE GPS triggered Walking Tours of the Boston Common and Waterfront Included
Enclosed trolley offers protection from weather
Taxes

Gratuities
Food and drinks
Tour does not operate on Thanksgiving Day or Christmas Day (12/25).

Meeting and Pickup

Operating hours

Select your preferred tour option to see hours.

Departure Point

You may start this tour at any of the stops listed.

Itinerary

Get to know the city of Boston and its top attractions in convenient and economical fashion on the entertaining and educational Boston hop-on hop-off trolley tour.

Choose from a 1- or 2-day pass. Board one of the orange-and-green trolleys at any of the stops and enjoy the view with live commentary from an expert guide who knows the city inside and out. Learn about the history and happenings of Boston, a city known as the Cradle of Liberty, as the trolley rolls along from one location to the next, with 13 stops along two loops.

Hop off at any of the attractions for a closer look, then hop back on when it’s convenient.

Green City Tour Loop

9 Stops

22 Points of Interest

Duration: 2 hours

Operating Schedule: Enjoy 2 hour panoramic trolley tour of Boston or tour all day at your own pace by hopping on and off at any of the 9 stops. It’s the perfect way to explore the city! This carefully crafted hop-on hop-off tour follows a route that takes in all the right places to maximize your time and give you a great introduction to historic Boston. Experience the birthplace of American Independence as your expert tour conductor showcases the City with stories featuring tales of adventurers arriving in the New World and their rebellion against the British Crown. Boston has become an iconic ‘must do’ City which truly has something for everyone. Visit the famous ‘Cheers!’ bar, historic Faneuil Hall, explore the famous Boston Common and be a part of the revolution by throwing the tea into the harbor at the Boston Tea Party Ships & Museum. City Tour 2 hour Loop available 9am-4pm (Nov-Mar.) and 9am-5pm (April-Oct). Transfer to Back Bay Loop at stop #7. Last departure from stop #1: April – October: 5pm November – March: 4pm

200 Atlantic Ave

561 Commercial St

USS Constitution Museum

162 Causeway St

28 State St

Cheers

2 1/2 Park Plaza

Beacon Hill

Boston Tea Party Ships & Museum

Points of interest passed by on this route

Old North Church & Historic Site

Copp's Hill Burying Ground

Charlestown Navy Yard

TD Garden

Boston Public Market

New England Holocaust Memorial

Faneuil Hall Marketplace

Quincy Market

King's Chapel Burying Ground

Granary Burying Ground

Park Street Church

Theater District

Edgar Allan Poe Statue

Boston Common

Boston Public Garden

Beacon Hill

Frog Pond

Massachusetts State House

Boston Athenaeum

Old City Hall

Old South Meeting House

Old Corner Bookstore

Orange Back Bay Loop

4 Stops

10 Points of Interest

Duration: 30 minutes

Operating Schedule: Back Bay 30 minute Loop available 9am-4:00pm (Nov-Mar.) and 9am-5:00pm (April-Oct). Transfer back to City Tour Loop at stop #7. Last departure from stop #7a: April – October: 5:15pm November – March: 4:15pm Explore Boston's beautiful Back Bay and enjoy more history, shopping and brilliant sights.

40 Dalton St

140 Huntington Ave

100 Huntington Ave

Trinity Church

Points of interest passed by on this route

Back Bay

Prudential Center

Symphony Hall

Christian Science Plaza

Berklee College of Music

Copley Square

Old South Church in Boston

Boston Public Library

Trinity Church In The City Of Boston

John Hancock Tower

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Wheelchair accessible
Stroller accessible
Service animals allowed
Near public transportation
Infants must sit on laps
Most travelers can participate

Wheelchair accessible, please advise at time of booking if a wheelchair-accessible trolley is required
Only service animals are allowed (emotional support animals and pets are not allowed).
Green City Tour Loop currently runs from 9am-5pm (Apr-Oct) and 9am-4pm (Nov - Mar)
Green City Tour last departure from stop #1: 5pm (Apr-Oct) and 4pm (Nov-Mar)
Orange Back Bay Tour Loop currently runs from 9am-5pm (Apr-Oct) and 9am-4pm (Nov-Mar)
Orange Back Bay last departure from stop #7a: 5:15pm (Apr-Oct) and 4:15pm (Nov-Mar)
The tour starts at stop #1 200 Atlantic Avenue (end of Marriott Longwharf Hotel)

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Frequently Asked Questions (15)

Q:How long is one full rotation on the Boston Sightseeing Trolley Tour?

A:The Old Town Trolley Tour is approximately 1 hour and 50 minutes if you ride the tour all the way around without getting off and on.

Jun 2021

The answers provided are based on answers previously given by the tour provider to customers’ questions.

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

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Reviews

4.3

based on 5,673 reviews

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It was good!

Jacque_L, May 2026

It was fine. Useful. Lots of information. The bus guides can be very entertaining! I would recommend if you are short on time or don’t feel like walking.

Great for Getting Lay of the Land

MaryRaz, May 2026

This tour picks up every 15-30 minutes and has 3 lines with transfer points, including Back Bay, Seaport, and the area spanning from the Financial District, Charlestown (Old Ironsides), North End, Government Center, Faneuil Hall, Boston Common, State House, and up to Boylston and Newbury. Nice drivers. Pretty packed. Tour busses end early, unfortunately at about 5 p.m

Good times

JULIA_B, May 2026

Great way to see the city! Boston traffic is no joke so it's nice to let someone else do the driving.

Loved this tour!!!

Julie_M, May 2026

It’s a great way to learn about the city and it’s nice to be able to get off and see what you want in each location and then jump back on! Super convenient and a great way to get around. The drivers are knowledgeable and entertaining.

Riding the trolley was...

Julie_S, May 2026

Riding the trolley was the best way to get your bearings in an unfamiliar city. We made note of places to go back to on other days of our trip that we would not have known about otherwise. The drivers/narrators were very knowledgeable and happy to answer questions and also make recommendations for restaurants and shopping.

Hop off-Hop On Bus in Boston

Susan_F, May 2026

Great experience! We rode the city bus loop completely first then started hopping off and on to see places. Our tour guide Sherry was fabulous! She made the experience even better!

Boston explorer

Chris_S, May 2026

The drivers are very knowledgeable and a good sense of humor. There are plenty of buses to hop off and explore as the buses come every twenty minutes.

Easy way to see Boston and attractions

Cara_S, May 2026

Great trip!

Lara_S, May 2026

Burnesy was a terrific guide. The weather was great so the windows were open. Very knowledgeable about Boston. Well worth the money.

Boston Tour Guides Erase Black Hustory

Annette_S, May 2026

Shame on Old Town Trolley Tours for erasing Black American history from their tours. On May 7, 2026 I was excited to learn more about the history of Boston but was thoroughly disappointed that three different tour guides on the Green and Orange loops intentionally ignored memorials and statues dedicated to the history of Black Bostonians (enslaved and free). The Robert Gould Shaw and 54th Massachusetts Regiment Memorial on Boston Common and the newest Unbound sculpture at Kings Chapel were not addressed. I have no idea what else was eliminated. Viator, you should include in your advertisements that The Old Town Trolley tours are for people who want a sanitized version of Boston’s history so we don’t waste our money.

Great!

Chasata_R, May 2026

This was a wonderful way to see the city! Some people in the bus were rude and wouldn’t stop talking when the driver asked them to keep it down. I wish their microphones were louder. We sat in the back and at points of the trip I couldn’t hear. I loved the tour guides ( we had 2) both were funny and informative. I felt bad I forgot my cash for tips, I had wished there was a tap and tip system to use for them. They deserved a tip! Also cards possibly with their names to mention in the review. We will recommend this tour to family and friends! Love you Boston!

Sites around Boston.

Karen_U, May 2026

All three drivers were very informative, with great sense of humor and friendly outlook. Alot of history in Boston. Felt the trip pointed out some great stops to visit.

Pudge was a smarta__!...

Kenneth_T, May 2026

Pudge was a smarta__! Wanted you to interact with him but couldn’t say anything, ask questions except when he wanted you too.

beantown tour

John_B, May 2026

biggest thing people need to know that this is a three-line tour with one stop intersecting all the lines. it should run later through the day. last bus is 5:15

Unorganized and Chaotic

Andrea_K, May 2026

We changed buses 4 times for a total of 4 hours on a bus or waiting up to 45 minutes! It was awful! The guides were okay but soooo loud and one talked nonstop!

An excellent tour

Stephen_Q, May 2026

Perfect for Seniors

Lynn_K, May 2026

Excellent easy way to see and hear about Boston. Did the complete City Tour and Back Bay tour from start to finish to get our bearings then rode again hopping off at various stops to explore. All guides brought humor and fun, especially Beanie.

Not for limited time

Brad_R, May 2026

Although the buses were nice and the drivers were well informed, we felt like we spent 1/2 of our day waiting for the bus to show up We were told that buses run every 30 min, but was actually like 45+ and no pattern…like on the hour, etc.

Wonderful experience

Tina_N, May 2026

This was a great experience I would highly recommend you do this it’s was the best way to see the city.

Incredibly kind and...

Chad_S, May 2026

Incredibly kind and knowledgeable drivers; whole experience was a great way to learn about Boston as a first time visitor.

Great time, loved the...

Nancy_C, May 2026

Great time, loved the flexibility to stay on or off, various drivers with interesting narratives, all good.

Loved the trolley!!

Terri_A, Apr 2026

Well we loved it, we got off and checked things out so we had 3 diff drivers and they were all great!! I loved Gemini.

Hop on Hop Off

Alan_A, Apr 2026

First time on audio was clear the second time it was not. Great information. Hit all the most important points.

Good but….

Patty_N, Apr 2026

Our experience varies by driver. Two of the three drivers were great with their knowledge, stories and humor and the third was simply awful as we actually got off at an unplanned stop just so we could switch tour guides.

Driving with Captain E

anthony_s, Apr 2026

The bus was very visible and easy to find, it seemed to run on time, our captain, captain e, she was a great narrator and knew a lot of local history while she was negotiating the insanity of the driving in town

Very interesting tour

Tracey_C, Apr 2026

The tour was very good. Bandit, or tour guide was really good. And the tour itself was interesting. The only downside is there wind was blowing pretty bad that day so they put the plastic window coverings on the trolley. They were so scratched up it made it hard to see some things and pictures were out of the question. But would definitely recommend the tour on a day the coverings weren't needed.

Good learning experience for a-st trip to Boston

Nick_S, Apr 2026

Covers most of Boston’s points of nye rest and the wait time at the various stops we made was relatively short.

Very knowledgeable...

Michael_H, Apr 2026

Very knowledgeable driver(s), great way to get a bigger picture of Boston without needing a car. You don't want a car in Boston for sure. Best driver was Quack.