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The Boston Hop-on Hop-off Trolley Tour - named one of the best hop-on, hop-off tours in the world by Forbes - is the easiest way to get around town and explore the rich history of Boston!
Take advantage of discounted admission at area attractions, see the city at your own pace with unlimited rides, and enjoy a flexible route with live narration that features 13 stops throughout town.
Why Travelers Love It
• 13 stops covering Boston’s top sights
• Unlimited hop-on, hop-off access for maximum flexibility
• Live, entertaining narration from expert guides
• Open-air design for incredible views and photos
• All-weather comfort with roll-down windows
• Padded seating for a smooth, comfortable ride
• A stress-free, cost-effective way to explore the city
• FREE GPS triggered Walking Tours of the Boston Common and
Waterfront Included
• Discounted admission to the Boston Tea Party Ships & Museum
and Boston Harbor Cruise
Trolleys depart every 15-30 minutes.
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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-4pm (Apr-Oct) and 9am-4pm (Nov - Mar)
Green City Tour last departure from stop #1: 4pm (Apr-Oct) and 4pm (Nov-Mar)
Orange Back Bay Tour Loop currently runs from 9am-4pm (Apr-Oct) and 9am-4pm (Nov-Mar)
Orange Back Bay last departure from stop #7a: 4:15pm (Apr-Oct) and 4:15pm (Nov-Mar)
The tour starts at stop #1 200 Atlantic Avenue (end of Marriott Longwharf Hotel)
What To Expect
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-4pm (April-Oct). Transfer to Back Bay Loop at stop #7. Last departure from stop #1: April – October: 4pm November – March: 4pm
New England Aquarium, Harbor Tours, Faneuil Hall
Boston North End. Old North Church/Little Italy
North Station/TD Garden
Downtown Crossing/Historic District/Old State House
Famous "Original" Cheers Bar/Boston Common/Boston Gardens
Old Town Trolley Welcome Center/Theater District/Boston Public Garden/7a Tranfer to Orange Loop
Beacon Hill @ Park Street/Boston Common/Beginning of Freedom Trail
Boston Children's Museum/Fort Point Channel
Duration:30 minutes
Operating Schedule:Back Bay 30 minute Loop available 9am-4:00pm (Nov-Mar.) and 9am-4:00pm (April-Oct). Transfer back to City Tour Loop at stop #7. Last departure from stop #7a: April – October: 4:15pm November – March: 4:15pm Explore Boston's beautiful Back Bay and enjoy more history, shopping and brilliant sights.
Stop #10 Prudential Center/Hynes Convention Center/View Boston Observation Deck
Stop #11 Christian Science Plaza/Symphony Hall
Stop #12 Copley Place Mall/Boston Marriott Copley Place Hotel
Stop #13 Directly across the street from 545 Boylston St. near Phillips Brooks Statue
Options
2-Day Trolley Tour
Duration: 2 days: 2 Consecutive calendar days
1-Day Trolley Tour
Admissions and Discounts: $6 adult/$5 child off Boston Tea Party Ships & Museum ticket
What‘s Included
Taxes
• FREE GPS triggered Walking Tours of the Boston Common and Waterfront Included
Narration by professional tour conductor
Enclosed trolley offers protection from weather
Discount to the Boston Tea Party Ships & Museum and Boston Harbor Cruise
Gratuities
Food and drinks
Tour does not operate on Thanksgiving Day or Christmas Day (12/25).
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
5,736 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
An outstanding trip not to be missed when visiting Boston!
Mary B,Jun 13, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Excellent trip because of great knowledge of Boston by the Trolley Drivers! Then the whole trip is very organized from instructions at the start, reminders about the steps, just total courtesy when driving with crazy traffic, etc! I feel like I had an outstanding time learning about Boston! My 22 year old grandson was with me and he was very impressed with the tour!
A hot day in Boston
Passport465006,Jun 13, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The trip was very informative. We especially like our drivers Maureen and Elite. Maureen was the most knowledgeable and funny. Elite was knowledgeable as well and slowed down so we could get some great pictures.
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grandie4,Jun 13, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Sage was an excellent tour guide. We really enjoyed her knowledgeable commentary.
Funny and informative.
Ballah Y,Jun 13, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00We enjoyed the tour. We left on time. Our tour guides were great; they gave us the history of all the sites and landmarks we saw. We had maps to follow along as we made our way through the tour route. The ride was comfortable and filled with lots of fun and jokes. Our first tour guide was very funny and engaging. We would certainly like to go on another trolley tour again.
Great experience! would recommend it to everyone! My 18 year old grandson loved it!
Elizabeth A,Jun 13, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Save yourself a day. So much to see and learn. It's a reasonable price, and you can get on and off trolleys as much as you need. Bus driver was knowledgeable and drove through areas I couldn't do with my car. Music was wonderful.
Miss Beantown a hoot.
756GinoP,Jun 13, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00The commentary and assertive driving from our guide and master was a real bonus. Many places to get off and on and well worth it for a quick education.
Not on time
Kevin R,Jun 13, 2026
- Review from Viator
2.00Company say trolley come every 20 minutes but that was not case. At two different pick locations one was 45 minutes late and the other time after waiting a hours we call and they dispatched a trolley to come get us. To me that isn’t the way to visits sites when the company doesn’t pick you up to visit them.
Disappointing oh so poor trolly
Debra K,Jun 11, 2026
- Review from Viator
1.00Poorly run. Not on time. We were late for everything we wanted to see & visit. We were left stranded for over an hour at Seaport. Called & employee hung up on me. Poor visibility from trolly windows. Steps to trolly are steep & difficult. Stops are not clearly identifiable. Overall, poor disappointing experience that was a waste of money & time. Can i get a refund for day 2 since we didn't return after day 1 was a disaster?
Boston Trolley
Twonames3082,Jun 10, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Two of the three guides we had today were amazing! Charming and Sage made our trolley ride very enjoyable! The trolleys were super clean, and the whole process was very easy and efficiently run!
Convenience and Learning in Boston
alistairr2017,Jun 8, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00It’s a great way to get your bearings in a new city. This was helpful and very informative. I liked the way that each guide had a slightly different take and delivery of the facts.
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