Guided Sightseeing Trolley Tours
Imagine touring Heritage Hill on a vintage trolley, or enjoying the magic of the holidays on a Festival of Lights tour. A Grand Rapids trolley tour is the most comfortable, scenic way to see the region with the whole group together.
Tours Our Guests Love
Not sure where to start? These are some of the most requested Grand Rapids trolley tours we run — and we can tailor any of them to your group, your pace, and your stops.
Heritage Hill Historic District
Cruise through one of Michigan's best-preserved historic villages, with its Victorian homes, heritage buildings, and a living-history feel that makes for a story worth hearing twice.
Festival of Lights Holiday Tour
Wrap up in a blanket and soak in the sparkle of West Michigan's holiday season. A Festival of Lights trolley ride is a seasonal tradition families come back to every year.
Downtown Grand Rapids Landmarks
See the heart of the city from a moving, open-air viewpoint — the mall, the riverfront, the bridges, and the buildings that make downtown Grand Rapids worth exploring on foot after the ride.
Van Andel Arena & Museum Center
Heading to a game, concert, or a day of museum-hopping? Start and end your outing in style with a trolley ride past the Van Andel Arena and Museum Center area.
Scenic West Michigan Trips
From lakeside towns to small-city stops, we can build a scenic route around the places you want to see. One ride, several stops, and zero cars to park.
Fall Color Tours
There is no better seat in the region for peak foliage than a moving trolley. Roll the windows down, watch the trees turn, and enjoy one of the most photographed seasons in Michigan.
What Makes a Trolley Tour Special
A sightseeing trolley is not a bus with extra steps — it is a different kind of outing. Here is what makes the experience worth booking:
- Open-air charm. Step aboard a classic trolley, feel the breeze, and take in the scenery the way it was meant to be seen — from a moving, open-air viewpoint.
- Live commentary-friendly. The layout is built for a guide or host to share the story behind every landmark, stop, and stretch of road as you go.
- Great for family and group sightseeing. Everyone rides together in one vehicle, so kids, grandparents, and tour groups stay comfortable and in the loop the whole way.
- Comfortable heated seating in cooler months. Fall foliage and holiday light displays are best enjoyed from a seat that keeps you warm from first stop to last.
As Far as You Like, All Across Michigan
Do not let the classic look fool you — our trolleys travel at highway speeds, so there is no need to slow down your itinerary. Short and sweet around the Grand Rapids area, or a full-day sightseeing trip as far as you like across Michigan, we can plan the route around your group.