OUR ROUTE

DOWNTOWN NORFOLK

WE PICK TOUR UP AT

The Plot (Urban Park) located at 776 Granby St, Norfolk, VA 23510

Downtown Norfolk, home to the Naval Station Norfolk, a massive naval base on Chesapeake Bay, is also where people from of all walks of life come together to celebrate. Norfolk With a variety of Downtown Norfolk activities to choose from, Trolley Pub allows you to stop at a few! Our bike bar stops at many of Downtown Norfolk’s best bars including tequila bars, upscale pubs, breweries and lively dancehalls.

The American Planning Association has recognized Norfolk’s Ghent neighborhood as one of the 2018 Great Places in America. Colley Avenue, the core of the Historic Ghent neighborhood, connects residential blocks lined with a mix of stately historic homes, apartments and townhouses with thriving restaurants, shops and local businesses.

Area highlights:

Easygoing taphouse featuring craft brews & pub food, plus games in a modern interior on 2 levels.

Home of the ‘The Locals’ Favorite pizza + beer combo with live music!

Bustling gathering place featuring casual eateries, bars & live music by the waterfront.

FAQ

What is the Trolley Pub?

It’s a pedal-powered party on wheels, with a certified Trolley Pub conductor in the captain’s seat. Perfect for pub crawls, birthday celebrations, bachelor/bachelorette parties, company outings, brewery tours, sightseeing, themed nights out the endless possibilities! A minimum of 8 pedalers is necessary to power the Trolley Pub.

Where does the Trolley Pub stop and for how long?

Visit the Routes page for details. Just let your driver know where you would like to stop at the start of the tour. Most groups make two stops and stay 25-30 minutes at each stop. These stops will vary based on the group on board, rider requests, and the driver’s discretion. The experience is 2 hours long from start to finish.

Isn’t it hard to pedal?
It’s not too bad! We have had groups of all 70+ seniors pedal just fine. If they can do it, you can do it!!!
What if it rains?
Trolley Pub operates rain or shine! If its going to rain, we recommend bringing rain jackets and/or ponchos. It’s still a lot of fun- think of it as an adventure. We only cancel tours if there are unsafe conditions.
Where do we board the Trolley Pub?

For more information on our route, click here.

We pick you up from: The Plot (Urban Park) located at 776 Granby St, Norfolk, VA 23510

Please arrive 15 minutes early, click here for directions.

Can we drink on board?

Alcohol is available for purchase at pub stops. There is no alcohol permitted on the trolley due to public drinking laws in Virginia. You are welcome to bring non-alcoholic beverages on the trolley as well as snacks (picnic-style).

Use common sense, you can’t drink on the street. Do not get overly intoxicated or you will be kicked off. Do not show up to a Trolley Pub tour intoxicated or you will not be let on board. Remember that you cannot bring glass containers on the trolley.

How many people can fit on the Trolley Pub?
It varies by location, but Norfolk trolley can fit up to 15 riders
How do I reschedule/cancel my tour?

Paddle Pub/Trolley Pub now offers trip insurance, which will allow you flexibility in the case your plans change, or if the tour needs to be canceled due to the inclement weather.

Trip insurance will also allow you to receive a full refund in the event of a Severe Weather Warning from the National Weather Service during the time of your scheduled tour results in a cancellation on our end.  You may also voluntarily cancel your tour for any reason up to 7 days prior to your tour for a full refund.

To purchase trip insurance, simply select the add on “Trip Insurance” during checkout. Please note that for mixer tours, you will need to select the number of tickets you would like to insure to cover all the tickets.

Without trip insurance, all sales are final – no exceptions.  In the case a tour needs to be canceled on our end in the event of severe weather and you do not have trip insurance, you will receive a credit for a future tour at any TourScale location (Trolley Pub, Paddle Pub, Tiki Pub) in the country.  Currently, we have tours in over 30 cities across the US.

Is there a weight restriction?

There is a weight limit of 275 lbs for the safety of our guests. The experience involves sitting on standard bike seats for periods of time and can be uncomfortable and unsafe if above the weight limit. Everyone must sign a waiver before boarding, agreeing that they will not ride if above the weight limit.

Is there an age restriction?

The bar tour experience is meant for guests 21 and up. Guests who are 18 and up are not allowed to drink alcohol and must have “X” marks on their hands. Guests that 15 and up must be accompanied by a parent.

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