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CityView Trolley Tours

296 State Street · Boston, MA

Why you should go…

CityView's trolleys run a continuous hop-on hop-off loop through downtown Boston, with stops near the New England Aquarium, Faneuil Hall, the Paul Revere House, and the USS Constitution. Departures run every 20-30 minutes, and a day ticket allows unlimited reboarding for one full loop.

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Good to know

General tours guidance

Habits that pay off across this whole category, not rules for this one venue. Always check the official site for the specifics.

  • Confirm the meeting point

    It is often a corner, a lobby, or a dock rather than the address you searched for. Check it the night before.

  • Small groups fill first

    In high season the intimate departures sell out well before the big-bus options do.

  • Ask how much is on foot

    Knowing how much of the route is walking, standing, or outdoors tells you what to wear and carry.

  • Read the weather policy

    Cancellation windows and rain rules vary by operator, and they are easier to find before you pay than after.

What's around here?

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