Historic Trolley Tour
Departs from 610 Pollock St
About the Tour
Discover three centuries of history and architectural beauty in a comprehensive 90-minute trolley tour of historic downtown New Bern. Let our professional guides entertain you with fascinating details, historical narratives, and true stories of this former royal capital of North Carolina. You are sure to be enchanted by the city’s unique beauty and charm.
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The trolley tour includes a visit to the New Bern Academy Museum, Cedar Grove Cemetery, and Christ Episcopal Church.
The Schedule
MARCH
Thursday thru Monday - 2 PM
APRIL thru OCTOBER
Monday thru Saturday - 11 AM & 2 PM
Sunday - 2 PM Only
NOVEMBER
Monday & Saturday - 11 AM & 2 PM
Tuesday thru Friday & Sunday - 2 PM
DECEMBER
Thursday thru Monday - 2 PM
JANUARY & FEBRUARY
NO TOURS
CLOSED FOR WINTER
Ticket Information
TICKET PRICES*
Pre-purchase, Reserve & Save $
or
Purchase from the trolley driver
(First come, first served)
Adult $20 (13 & over) **
Youth $10 (4-12)***
Infant $0 (0-3)****
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*Tickets cannot be reserved or purchased by email, phone, or voicemail. Ticket prices are subject to change without notice.
Cards ONLY - NO CASH PLEASE
**Discounts apply for groups of 10 or more when booking online. Discount given at check out.
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*** Younger children may not enjoy this tour. The tour offers a 90-minute in-depth overview of the history, historical figures, and architecture of New Bern with extensive narration that younger passengers with shorter attention spans may not find entertaining after the novelty on being on a trolley has worn off. This can lead to disruptive behaviors that hinder the progress and enjoyment of the tour for other passengers.
****With paying adult. Does not apply to preschool or student groups, charters, or holiday tours.
Christmas Express
Departs from O'Marks Building - 233 Middle St (back of building - 216 Hancock St)
Join us for this special tour to experience the charm of Christmas with a trip to see the lights of New Bern with caroling and sing-along with Santa's Elves.
Adults $25, Children (4 to 12) $14 and lap riders 3 and under are free.
Booking can be made up to 30 minutes before tour time.
This tour departs from the back entrance of the O'Marks Building. Tours can be reached via 216 Hancock Street (back side) or O'marks - 233 Middle Street. The back entrance is reached from the O'Marks Building lobby from the Middle St entrance.