RIDE INTO THE HISTORIC TALES OF THE
LA CROSSE REGION AND ENJOY VARIOUS FAMOUS STOPS ALONG YOUR ROUTE!
Discover the La Crosse Region’s beautiful riverfront, historic districts and famed, scenic parks on the Explore La Crosse guided trolley tours.
The air-conditioned trolley bus tours are guided by the region’s knowledgeable county historical society guides and other local historians, helping you uncover the beauty of the region’s riverfront, historical districts and scenic parks. From June – October, visitors can enjoy the region’s scenery and immersive, themed step-off experiences.
Tickets are available to purchase online. All sales are final, no refunds. Only service animals are allowed on the Trolley Tours.
Mansions & Memories Architectural Tour
A Look at La Crosse’s Most Significant Homes and the Stories Behind Them
This 2.5 hour tour will drive through Historic Downtown La Crosse and have step-offs at the Hixon House and at Castle La Crosse. The tour at Hixon House will include a ground floor tour, time to walk through the gardens, and refreshments in the Visitor Center. Historic Castle La Crosse will also include a tour of its exquisite premises.
*Both step-off properties are not ADA accessible.
Dark La Crosse Trolley Tour
Ride along for true tales of La Crosse’s dark history, scandal, and murder.
This guided experience focuses on La Crosse’s macabre past. Travel down a dark path through the red light district, small-town politics gone wrong, hot tempers, cold-blooded murders, and grisly events. The tour has a step-off at the Pump House Regional Arts Center for an exciting, private theater performance and savory refreshments.
Tickets on sale July 1!
Grand La Crosse Trolley Tour
Everything that makes our city “grand!” A grand historic home, a grand view, a grand time! This three-hour tour includes all the highlights of La Crosse, including a tour of the Hixon House (a favorite of our river cruise boat visitors!), a visit to Grandad Bluff, one of the highest overlooks on the entire Mississippi, and a V.I.P. lunch at Le Chateau restaurant. Plus lots of surprises!
Tickets on sale August 1!
We Love La Crescent Trolley Tour
What’s not to love about La Crescent? Discover the charms of the “Apple Capital of Minnesota.” This four-hour tour includes a visit to the family-owned Van Lyn Orchards, the La Crescent History Center, and the Apple Blossom Overlook (not quite as high as Grandad Bluff, but still a mighty fine view!). Tour will end at the Minnesota Visitors’ Center with a Minnesota wine and Wisconsin cheese tasting. Plus (you guessed it!) lots of surprises!
Tickets on sale August 1!
*The trolley is air-conditioned, however it can still feel warm on hot & humid days. Many tours include steps, and uneven terrain with multiple step-offs. Not all step-offs are ADA compatible. Please call for accommodations. No children under the age of 21 are allowed on the trolley experiences. All sales are final.
For private trolley tours, please contact Carey Hegge at hegge@explorelacrosse.com
Testimonies
Bluff to Bluff Trolley Experience
“The Bluff to Bluff trolly tour was INCREDIBLE!!! Kelly is such a gem, holy cow. Honestly, best day ever! The adventure, fun information, and trying new things was worth every penny. I’ve been visiting the La Crosse areas for years and learned things on this tour that I never would’ve known! So thankful for the hospitality.”
– Katie Hanson
Captivating Adventure… It’s In Our Nature!
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