Boston Hop-On Hop-Off Trolley Tour with 13 Stops
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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!
Take advantage of discounted admission at area attractions, see the city at your own pace with unlimited rides, and enjoy a flexible route that features 13 stops throughout town.
Hop on the Old Town Trolley at any of its stops and take a seat while your engaging guide and narrator regales you with entertaining and educational anecdotes about Boston's past. Get to know Boston's iconic institutions and roam its lively districts, from the waterfront to the Back Bay.
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-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: 5pm (Apr-Oct) and 4pm (Nov-Mar)
The tour starts at stop #1 200 Atlantic Avenue (end of Marriott Longwharf Hotel)
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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-5pm (April-Oct). Transfer to Back Bay Loop at stop #7. Last departure from stop #1: April – October: 5pm 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-5:00pm (April-Oct). Transfer back to City Tour Loop at stop #7. Last departure from stop #7: April – October: 5:00pm November – March: 4:00pm 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
What‘s Included
Discount to the Boston Tea Party Ships & Museum
Narration by professional tour conductor
Enclosed trolley offers protection from weather
All taxes
Gratuities
Food and drinks
Tour does not operate on Thanksgiving Day or Christmas Day (12/25).
Options
1-Day Trolley Tour
Admissions and Discounts: $6 adult/$5 child off Boston Tea Party Ships & Museum ticket
2-Day Trolley Tour
Duration: 2 days: 2 Consecutive calendar days
Reviews
5,600 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Boston in two days
Denise R,Mar 26, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Each driver had their own personality, but all were so well versed in Boston history. It was an easy experience with much information.
Make sure you have time to enjoy some of the stops before purchasing tickets!
Jenny A,Mar 26, 2026
- Review from Viator
3.00We got on at 11 and had traffic delay on trolley. We had to transfer at one stop and was told to board the other trolley but was not informed we would have to wait so long before leaving which was wasted time just sitting on the bus. Plus, driver acted as if he would rather been elsewhere. Then transferred a second time then got off and did Boston Tea Party which was at 3 and by the time it was over at 4 we had to get an Uber back to return. Two of the drivers were very nice and entertaining one was not.
The drivers were very...
YETA L,Mar 23, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00The drivers were very knowledgeable and even entertaining. They assisted those that needed to transfer buses with patience and support.
Not great commentary as a tour, but visually a good way to see the city
Grace E,Mar 22, 2026
- Review from Viator
3.00This tour is a good way to get an overall feel for the city and especially when it is cold (which it was when we went - it was perishingly cold!) as the busses had the "windows" rolled down so it was very comfortable. What I would say is that the commentary was difficult to hear if you are at the back of the bus and to be honest, the drivers we encountered just churned the info out - as though reading off an autocue so there was no enthusiasm or clarity in their speech which again made it difficult to understand what they were talking about.
Boston Hop On Hop Off Trolly
Thomas R,Mar 19, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00The Boston Hop On Hop Off trolly was a nice experience. The drivers/guides were informative. It was easy to find the stops.
The “Crafty” Experience!
milenacW5205ND,Mar 15, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our tour was great. We had both Texas and Maine visitors in our group, and while we had planned to “hop on and go off” we chose not to because we did not want to miss anything our tour guide might say -from humorous tidbits to historical info to tips for hanging out in Boston! Crafty was the best! Easy to understand. Pleasant to everyone. Knowledgeable. Obviously comfortable with the material. Amazing driver. Yeah -the whole package as far as tour guides go. Will definitely go again with groups of friends who will visit New England or refer them -especially if they can ask for Crafty!
Great time, everyone was...
Richard N,Mar 15, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Great time, everyone was very knowledgeable, very friendly and very helpful during the tour and also offered tips on places to go
Good adventure
S7791GOlorenzog,Mar 13, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Good sensation touring the city of Boston .
Fun, easy way to explore the city!
Miguel C,Mar 10, 2026
- Review from Viator
4.00Really easy and fun way to see the city in a day! We had a lot of fun. My only complaint would be that if you sit towards the back it becomes a little hard to hear the driver narrating.
Great tour and easy way to see various attractions in one day.
Mimigb,Mar 9, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00Hop-on, Hop-off trolley tour was great we learned a lot and it was a great way to jump off and see attractions and then easily jump back on. All of the drivers we had (3) in one day were great and super helpful to us with directions and when to be back at the pick up location.
From US$52.45
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