Kingston Hop-On Hop-Off Trolley Tour

Kingston Trolley Tours take you on an in-depth tour of Kingston's historic downtown and waterfront, stopping at all of the city's most well-known visitor destinations including Fort Henry, the Penitentiary Museum, and Queen’s University. Explore the history of Canada's first capital aboard a comfortable thirty-two passenger trolley. Hop on and hop off at any of the 8 stops along the route to visit different sites and explore what Kingston has to offer!
Trolleys depart every 30 minutes.The GPS-triggered narration system in English, French, German and Chinese will complement your experienced English-speaking tour guide; together they provide an informative, engaging overview of Kingston’s more than three hundred years of history. The Trolley is the ideal way to enjoy Kingston’s history and attractions.

What's included:

• Hop-on hop-off tour
• Live-guided commentary on board (English)
• Professional driver/guide

Not included:

• Admission to attractions along the route

What to expect:

Hop On or Hop Off Trolley Route

Duration: 1 hour

Operating Schedule: 9:30 am - 4:30 pm (last departure) A Trolley passes by each stop every 30 minutes in July/August, every 60 minutes in June/September, 9 stops along the way. Trolleys follow a route divided into two halves: you can begin with the east half of the tour, hop off at the Market Square stop to get lunch or take a cruise, then continue with the West half of the tour.

Stops

1. Kingston Visitor Information Centre

   Trolleys depart from in front of Visitor Information Center, in the heart of Kingston’s historic downtown, across from City Hall. Stroll through Confederation Park, take a cruise, check out a festival, or explore Kingston’s impressive City Hall.

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2. 1 Fort Henry Dr

   Fort Henry is Kingston’s largest museum and historic site, part of a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and is one of Canada’s most visited National Historic Sites.

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3. Springer Market Square

   Kingston’s Market Square is in the heart of downtown: just steps away from City Hall, the Visitor Information Centre, Kingston 1000 Islands Cruises, as well as shops and restaurants.

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4. Great Lakes Museum

   The Trolley stops on the street adjacent to Great Lakes Museum and the Pumphouse.

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5. Murney Tower Museum National Historic Site of Canada

   Explore the unique collection of artifacts inside this museum, built in 1846 as part of Kingston's fortifications.

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6. Bellevue House National Historic Site

   Explore the newly restored former home of Canada's first Prime Minister, or walk along the waterfront to Gord Downie Pier.

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7. Canada's Penitentiary Museum (Correctional Service of Canada Museum)

   Visit the museum, or take a tour of the imposing Kingston Penitentiary

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8. Queen's University

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9. 11 Clergy St W

Points of interest passed by on this route

• Kingston 1000 Islands Cruises
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• Kingston City Hall
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• Royal Military College Museum
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• Fort Henry National Historic Site
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• Murney Tower National Historic Site
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• City Park
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• Bellevue House National Historic Site
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• Canada's Penitentiary Museum
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• Miller Museum of Geology
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• The Union Gallery
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• The Tett Centre for Creativity and Learning
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• The Isabel Bader Centre for the Performing Arts
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• Cathedral of Saint Mary
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• St. George's Anglican Cathedral
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• St. Andrew's Presbyterian Church