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Historical and Modern-Day Signature Tours and Events
Historical and Modern-Day Signature Tours and Events

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Welcome aboard the Chippewa River Trolley Company! Our vintage-inspired, classic tour trolley is ready to embark on a variety of memorable excursions about town, telling many a story along the way. Whether you’re interested in historical themes, modern-day matters, or flavorsome food & drink fun, we’ve got just the ticket for a unique outing with family and friends. All aboard!

Our Signature Tours

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Want the whole trolley?

Here are three options to reserve the trolley for your private event, or work with us to create a custom tour.

Reserve a Whole Tour

Most of our publicly-offered tours may also be booked privately for families, businesses, or other organizations.

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Trolley Rental

Rent the trolley for your weddings, corporate outings, social outings, homecoming / prom, and more.

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Custom Tours

Custom tours for special events can be created in collaboration with us and your organization.

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Tours Depart from The Local Store

Chippewa River Trolley’s signature tours begin at The Local Store — one of downtown Eau Claire’s finest gift shops. Originally opened in November of 2010, The Local Store features apparel, books, music, art prints, glassware, gifts, and more — produced by, for, and/or about people in this community.

205 N. Dewey St
Downtown Eau Claire
Corner of Dewey and Galloway Streets
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About the Trolley

The Chippewa River Trolley is styled after the streetcars and trolleys that operated on the streets of Eau Claire from the late 1800s until the early 1930s. The trolley was custom-built for us right here in Wisconsin by Hometown Trolley in Crandon, one of the leading trolley manufacturers in the country. Our vintage paint …

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Gift Experience (NEW!)

Give the gift of a trolley tour. A great gift for families! Good for all tours: Signature history tours, food and drink tours, seasonal tours. Physical 8"x10" glossy card. Various prices are available. Order online or pick one up in person at The Local Store.

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