easy
1.5 hours
Minimal physical effort is required, suitable for all ages and fitness levels as the tour is mainly seated aboard the trolley.
Step into Philadelphia's haunted past this Halloween with an interactive trolley tour packed with ghost stories, trivia, and surprise stops. A perfect spooky adventure for families and groups!
Experience Philadelphia's Spooky Side: Terror Beyond The Walls Trolley Tour
Experience Philadelphia's haunting history on the "Terror Beyond The Walls" trolley tour this Halloween season. Enjoy a 90-minute interactive journey featuring ghostly tales, surprise stops, and a BYOB atmosphere. Visit iconic sites like The Edgar Allan Poe House and more, making it a perfect outing for groups and families.
Join City Sightseeing this spooky season and experience Philadelphia’s darker side of history. We will take you on an interactive trolley tour: “Terror Beyond The Walls”. Our tour guide will take you on a 90 minute journey through Old City in a decorated trolley ready for the Halloween season. We have included two surprise stops along the way for you to get off the trolley and walk around while the tour guide tells you the ghostly stories at the sight you are standing on. We start with The Edgar Allan Poe House and continue to other sites including The Arch Street Meeting House, Christ Church Burial Ground , Washington Square Park, The Famous Powel House and many more that will have you looking over your shoulder all evening. We include trivia, games and fun on our BYOB Halloween Trolley Experience. We have this available as a private tour for your group or individual timed tickets. This tour is perfect for group events, family get-togethers, and corporate outings . Don’t miss out on the spooktacular event this Halloween season.
Things to know before booking: If your desired time slot is not available, please call (215) 922-2300. BYOB: Beer/Wine only (No liquor). Please drink responsibly and remove all trash.
Featured sites/neighborhoods include: The Edgar Allan Poe House The Arch Street Meeting House Christ Church Burial Ground Washington Square Park Powel House
Tour info:
Individual Tickets: Adult: $37.95 Child: $27.95
🕰️ Duration: 90 minutes (Includes Loading and Unloading) 🧑🤝🧑 Group Size: Up to 43
Private Groups Also Available: Starting at 872.85
🏁 Meeting Point 21 South 5th Street Philadelphia Pa 19106 in front of the Bourse Building
Cancellations initiated by the client will be subject to a cancellation fee equal to 100% of the booking value.
Frequently asked questions Where can we park? The closest parking garage is at 400 Ranstead Street (not included with tour price) How do I rent a private trolley tour? You can purchase a private Terror Beyond The Wall trolley tour ranging from 23-43 seat passenger trolleys. Call one of our event coordinators and we will be happy to assist in booking your tour with you. How long is the tour? 90 minutes How many people does the trolley hold? Our smallest trolley holds 23 passengers and our largest holds 43 passengers. We also have other sizes in between. Can I bring coolers/bottles/cans/cups/wine/hard liquor? Yes , but nothing in a glass container. You can bring coolers when you book a private tour but for public tours space will be limited for larger items to store drinks in. Do we get off the trolley at all? Yes, we have a few spooky secret spots to get off at and explore along the tour Are there restrooms along the route? We do not stop along the way at restrooms to keep the tour on its scheduled time. The starting location ( before your tour) depending on the time may allow access to a restroom at The Bourse Is the trolley handicap accessible? Yes, we do have trolleys with lifts. Please call ahead for availability What is the refund policy? Due to the overwhelming demand for our Terror Beyond The Walls Trolley Tour we are unable to offer refunds. We can change your date if we have another time available with a 48 hour notice, anything after 48 hours we can not guarantee a rebooking.
Getting to the departure point ahead of time ensures you can pick a window seat with the best views of the haunted sites.
The trolley can get chilly, especially during nighttime tours in autumn, so layering up will keep you comfortable.
Some off-trolley stops are dimly lit; having a small flashlight helps you navigate safely and enjoy the experience.
You’ll want to capture the spooky sites and memorable moments, so ensure your phone battery is full before the tour.
Old City Philadelphia was the birthplace of American independence, and its buildings and streets hold centuries of dramatic stories, including hauntings linked to key historic events.
The tour company supports sustainable tourism by promoting walking and trolley travel over individual car use, reducing the environmental impact on the historic district.
Necessary for staying comfortable during the chilly autumn evening tours.
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Good footwear is recommended for walking short distances during surprise stops.
Helpful for navigating dark or dimly lit stops during the tour.
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Keeps your devices powered for photos and capturing spooky moments.