2025 Public Trolley Tours
Historic Trolley Tour of Naperville blends the past with the present and has some GREAT stories! This public one-hour tour is given by the "Trolley Chick" herself and she talks the entire time. There is a group quiz at the end, but no worries, Annette will help you! For locals and visitors alike, it's a "must do" in Naperville! These public tours are offered on most Tuesdays in June, July, and August at 11:00am.(No tour on 8/26/25). Public Historic Trolley Tours begin June 3, 2025, and you may book a private Historic Trolley tour throughout the year (subject to availability) by contacting annette@napervilletrolley.com.
Corporate group? Church group? Ladies Auxiliary? Private bookings for our Historic Trolley Tour can be made by contacting Naperville Trolley. Ding! Ding!
Children's 20-minute Trolley ride is for the little one's that just want to ride on the Trolley. These fun rides are offered on most Tuesdays in June, July, and August at 10:30am (No tour on 8/26/25).
Public Children's 20-minute Trolley rides begin on June 3, 2025.
December Holiday Lights Trolley Tour: For the past 30 years, this FAMOUS Trolley Tour has been the tradition of many residents and visitors alike! Let us drive you as we Trolley-la-la-la past many beautifully decorated homes for the Holidays in December while you sit back and enjoy time with your friends and family. A Naperville tradition for 30 years!!! Public Holiday Light Tours go LIVE via our website "Book Public Tours" at 10:00am CST on 8/1/25. (NOTE: Tour dates and times will not show up on the calendar until 8/1/25 at 10:00am CST.)
What is a Public Trolley Tour? A Public Trolley Tour is where you can purchase one or up to 28 reservations on our Public Trolley Events! You meet at a specific location (and this is noted when you make your reservation as pick up locations are all different for all tours) and ride with others on the Naperville Trolley. If you are not comfortable riding with others, then please do not book a public tour. The Trolley is fully enclosed, and the windows open, so we can have some fresh air flowing. All Trolleys have heat and air-conditioning, and run in all weather. Holiday sweaters and/or matching family pajama's are encouraged!
Tell your friends/group/neighbors which tour you're signing up for, and they can sign up for that one too! State ID required at check-in.Please arrive at least ten minutes before scheduled start time as the tour WILL depart on time, and plan for heavy traffic when meeting the tour. There are no refunds or changing dates once you sign up. No coolers allowed on board, but you can bring a coffee mug with a lid. No food or candy or cookies allowed in the Trolley. All drinks must have a lid. Book Public Tour!
Note: Should you choose to purchase every reservation on a Public Trolley Tour (28), the price is still "per person" as stated at time of purchase and you must meet at the Public Tour pick up location as stated at time of purchase.
Why does my infant need a reservation? In the transportation world, every heart beat counts as a passenger. From one day old to 99 years young = you are taking one spot on the Trolley Tour. Yes, we know you can "hold the baby" but that is not how this works in the transportation world. One = One, no matter what size or age. All need a reservation as all take up one spot of the registry.
October Halloween Lights Trolley Tour: Ding! Ding! THUMP! This Trolley Tour highlights some of the BEST decorated homes for Halloween! It's appropriate for all ages, and costumes are encouraged! Pricing and availability will be posted by April. Public Halloween Light Tours go LIVE on 8/1/25 at 10:00am CST via our website "Book Public Tours". Ding! Ding! THUMP!!! (NOTE: Tour dates and times will not show up on the calendar until 8/1/25 at 10:00am CST.)
Ding! Ding! - Annette
Clicking on the Book Public Tour button will send you to the calendar. When events are scheduled, they will appear on the calendar. Nothing is on the calendar at this time. Check back in April. Thank you!