Riding the Rails of History: The Cheyenne Street Railway Trolley

A ride on the Cheyenne Street Railway Trolley isn’t just a tour, it’s a journey through time. Whether you're a longtime local or just passing through, these trolleys offer more than scenery: they share stories of Cheyenne’s past, its architecture, its characters, and hidden gems you might have never noticed.

History & Heritage

The Cheyenne Street Railway Trolley now offers Wild West History Tours lasting about 90 minutes, year-round. It departs from the Depot Plaza.

Back in the late 1800s, Cheyenne had its original horsecars and then an electric street railway system (Cheyenne Electric Railway Co). The horse-drawn lines opened in 1888.

Over time, trolley service (horse- or electric) ceased as buses or other modes took over, but the current trolley tour revives the heritage in a tourist-friendly, storytelling format.

What the Tour Offers

  • The trolley guides bring Cheyenne’s landmarks to life with stories about frontier days, historic buildings, local legends, and sometimes haunted tales.

  • Stops or views include the Depot Plaza, historic homes, museums, the Governor’s Mansion, and other architecture that shows off Cheyenne’s character.

  • Haunted History Tours in October – evening trolley rides with ghost stories.

    Holiday Lights Tours in December – see Cheyenne’s light displays from the trolley.

  • LOCAL SECRETS

  • Ask the trolley conductor about lesser known storieS

    Some quirks of old buildings, or ghosts linked to certain churches or mansions. Locals say even those who’ve lived here for years find surprises on every tour.

  • If you ride during the holiday light tour, bring cocoa, and pick a window seat

    The reflection of lights and history from inside the trolley makes for a magical experience.

If you’re new to Cheyenne, this trolley ride is one of the best ways to fall in love with your city. Let’s plan a day where we go old-school, look at homes, then finish with a trolley ride so you can soak in what makes Cheyenne special.