{"id":731862,"date":"2026-06-12T11:40:11","date_gmt":"2026-06-12T11:40:11","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ca\/731862\/"},"modified":"2026-06-12T11:40:11","modified_gmt":"2026-06-12T11:40:11","slug":"explore-edmonton-rolls-out-new-trolley-tours-for-riders-to-discover-more-capital-city","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ca\/731862\/","title":{"rendered":"Explore Edmonton rolls out new trolley tours for riders to discover more capital city"},"content":{"rendered":"<p class=\"mb-4 text-lg md:leading-8 break-words\">A new trolley tour is in town.<\/p>\n<p class=\"mb-4 text-lg md:leading-8 break-words\">Explore Edmonton has unveiled a new hop on, hop off trolley service to some of the Alberta capital\u2019s most unique and iconic spots.<\/p>\n<p class=\"mb-4 text-lg md:leading-8 break-words\">The Edmonton Explorer trolleys were brought in from Boston, and have been redesigned to have a classic 1920s look, with each of the two cars accommodating roughly 20 riders. Explore Edmonton plans to eventually expand the trolley system.<\/p>\n<p class=\"mb-4 text-lg md:leading-8 break-words\">The bus-like units, complete with driver guides, have that historic feel on the inside too, with wooden benches outfitted with leather cushioning and open-air windows.<\/p>\n<p class=\"mb-4 text-lg md:leading-8 break-words\">Nine participating attractions have partnered with the trolley service, including the Edmonton Riverboat, Fort Edmonton Park, and the Muttart Conservatory, where the trolley reveal took place.<\/p>\n<p class=\"mb-4 text-lg md:leading-8 break-words\">The trolley tours are part of Discover Edmonton\u2019s pass system that allows people to get into multiple attractions at a cheaper rate. Each trolley ride will take you to any of the partnered sites, with some rides running as long as 45 minutes.<\/p>\n<p><img alt=\" Gary Poliquin with Explore Edmonton launches the Edmonton Explorer trolley service on Wednesday, June 10, 2026, an immersive initiative designed to make exploring Edmonton a more connected and convenient experience.\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"960\" height=\"720\" decoding=\"async\" data-nimg=\"1\" class=\"rounded-lg\" style=\"color:transparent\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/82f7c8efa54e3e4e7a535cbca9e5e2c5.jpeg\"\/><\/p>\n<p> Gary Poliquin with Explore Edmonton launches the Edmonton Explorer trolley service on Wednesday, June 10, 2026, an immersive initiative designed to make exploring Edmonton a more connected and convenient experience.<\/p>\n<p class=\"mb-4 text-lg md:leading-8 break-words\">The move aligns with Explore Edmonton\u2019s continued push to make the city a more desired destination for tourists. Edmonton Ward Sspomitapi\u00a0Coun. Joanne Wright said Edmonton is a growing destination city.<\/p>\n<p class=\"mb-4 text-lg md:leading-8 break-words\">\u201cOur river valley, vibrant arts and culture scene, welcoming communities, and unique attractions all help to make this a city worth exploring,\u201d said Wright, one of a handful of city councillors at the Wednesday launch.<\/p>\n<p class=\"mb-4 text-lg md:leading-8 break-words\">While the trolley has multiple routes, Wednesday\u2019s attendees toured the river valley and Jasper Avenue. The other route will take people as far as the Alberta Aviation Museum on Kingsway.<\/p>\n<p class=\"mb-4 text-lg md:leading-8 break-words\">The trolley tours officially open June 15, alongside the Discover Edmonton pass. 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