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Curated & custom trolley tours throughout Raleigh, Durham, and the Triangle Area of North Carolina.

From birthday parties to bar crawls, to special occasions to just for fun, The Great Raleigh Trolley is the most unique way to experience the coolest and fastest growing city in America. The City of Raleigh is a roaring technopolis, but for much of its early history, trolleys and streetcars ruled the road. Now, for the first time in decades, experience North Carolina’s Capital City from the comfor

t and convenience of The Great Raleigh Trolley -- this time do it with your friends and favorite drink in hand.

05/30/2026

🎉 New dates just added! 🎉 New dates for Hidden History with Heather Leah have just been added and will sell out fast!

Hop on board and join us this summer for exciting historical adventures aboard The Great Raleigh Trolley with Heather Leah, local historian and author of “Hidden History of North Carolina.”

🤫 Discover Raleigh’s well-kept secrets on Hidden History and get an up-close look at Raleigh’s hidden locales including lost graveyards and hidden tunnels with brand new dates:
June 28th - 10am & 7pm
July 11th - 10am & 7pm
July 25th - 10am & 7pm

Heather’s tours sell out quick. Don’t let Raleigh’s secrets slip away! All tours begin at Tap Yard, the headquarters for The Great Raleigh Trolley.

🎟️Book now at the link in our bio!

05/17/2026

Looking for charming shuttle service for your wedding, corporate group, or event? Interested in a customized group tour with a professional guide? We can help you do almost anything!

From chauffeured transportation to special event planning, let the Great Raleigh Trolley Event Professionals create a unique Capital City experience for your group.

Learn more today: https://www.greatraleightrolley.com/private-rentals

05/15/2026

Tap Yard is the headquarters for The Great Raleigh Trolley and you have a chance to climb aboard one of their fan-favorite tours this weekend! 🚎 There’s something for all Raleighites new and old aboard this tour of Downtown’s Must-See sites.

Must See Raleigh is a 60 minute tour of Raleigh’s expansive downtown park, travels along some of Raleigh’s original trolley routes to tour all the must see hot-spots and learn about our beautiful capital city! All tours meet at Tap Yard Raleigh. This tour is great for all ages and for bringing a brew on board! 🍻

Purchase your ticket here: https://fareharbor.com/embeds/book/greatraleightrolley/items/468978/calendar/2026/05/?fbclid=IwY2xjawRvHsNleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETF5QmhGSGZmcjU2cDZYNkJJc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHoWGHpR3QtKRXda8sxMCH1oCOKLE41SNYT14cewsItCXSLjiKhU1WMfOpI12_aem_Rt8J_dcS8bEXlVXWgQXZ-A

05/11/2026

There’s something for all Raleighites new and old aboard this tour of Downtown's Must-See sites.

This 60 minute tour of Raleigh’s expansive downtown park, travels along some of Raleigh's original trolley routes to tour all the must see hot-spots and learn about our beautiful capital city! All tours meet at Tap Yard Raleigh.

Tickets available now for Sunday May 17th: https://fareharbor.com/embeds/book/greatraleightrolley/items/468978/calendar/2026/05/?fbclid=IwY2xjawRvHsNleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETF5QmhGSGZmcjU2cDZYNkJJc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHoWGHpR3QtKRXda8sxMCH1oCOKLE41SNYT14cewsItCXSLjiKhU1WMfOpI12_aem_Rt8J_dcS8bEXlVXWgQXZ-A

05/04/2026

Our Must See Raleigh tour is back this spring! Bring the whole family for a look at all of Downtown's Must-See locales.

On May 17th, Enjoy a cool and comfortable ride along the original Raleigh trolley tracks to must see historic landmarks and hotspots on our Must See Raleigh tour: 🎟 https://fareharbor.com/embeds/book/greatraleightrolley/items/468978/calendar/2026/05/

BONUS FUN: Check out the Reggae Sundaze event at Tap Yard, the Great Raleigh Trolley Headquarters, for an extra dose of fun!

05/02/2026

💡Did you Know Raleigh once had its very own Trolley System? 💡
In 1886 Raleigh Street Railway Company opened North Carolina's first trolley system right here in the Capital City. This stone structure, once the end of the line, still stands on Glenwood Avenue. Today, you can take a ride along parts of the original route on The Great Raleigh Trolley! Discover local stories, historic neighborhoods, landmarks, things to do and more aboard the Must-See Raleigh tour!

On May 17th, Enjoy a cool and comfortable ride along the original Raleigh trolley tracks to must see historic landmarks and hotspots on our Must See Raleigh tour: 🎟 https://fareharbor.com/embeds/book/greatraleightrolley/items/468978/calendar/2026/05/

BONUS FUN: Check out the Reggae Sundaze event at Tap Yard, the Great Raleigh Trolley Headquarters, for an extra dose of fun!

04/29/2026

A ride with their favorite guys, extra special transportation for the whole party, a post-wedding celebration, Kristina and Dusty's Valentine's Day wedding had it all! Thank you for making The Great Raleigh Trolley a part of your perfect day. 🤍💍

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04/23/2026

What a magical day! ✨🥂 Congratulations to Teri and Ed! Thank you for including us in your special day and thank you to photographer Lacy Patton for capturing and sharing these moments with us.

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12/19/2025

🎅 Special Dates: Trolley Tours Still Available for Monday December 22nd and Tuesday December 23rd! Make sure you don’t miss out on your ride with the jolly old elf himself.

Kids and parents hop aboard The Great Raleigh Trolley for their chance to enjoy a ride through Downtown and story time with the guest of honor himself...SANTA. The Big Guy in Red will visit with each kid personally to review their wish list and pose for pictures.

Surprises🎉, refreshments🥂, holiday music🎶, and more await those riding The Santa Express. What are you waiting for? Book your ticket to Christmas magic aboard The Great Raleigh Trolley now: https://fareharbor.com/embeds/book/greatraleightrolley/items/468986/?full-items=yes

P.S. Don't forget your new, unwrapped toy to donate to a child in need across our state with North Carolina Friends of Santa!

12/16/2025

ONE TICKET LEFT! Your last chance to jump on a Christmas Spirits Ghost Tour aboard The Great Raleigh Trolley is this Thursday at 7:30PM!

Hear Raleigh’s tales of the ghosts of Christmas past and present aboard The Great Raleigh Trolley. Try something a little unexpected by taking a 90-minute ride on Raleigh’s only haunted holiday tour led by our paranormal experts & storytellers. Be sure to bring a little extra Christmas cheer to warm your bones as we explore the Capital city’s less-than-merry memories.

Tickets available now: https://fareharbor.com/embeds/book/greatraleightrolley/items/469000/calendar/2025/12/?full-items=yes

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1610 Automotive Way
Raleigh, NC
27604

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(919) 520-3905

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http://www.greatraleightrolley.com/

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