Pedal-Powered Pub Crawl Charlotte: Trolley Pub Tour in South End

You pedal lightly while the motor handles the hills

The Trolley Pub is a pedal-powered bar bike that seats up to 15 people and runs on your pedaling plus an electric assist motor. Tours operate in Charlotte's South End, making two brewery stops of 15–20 minutes each along a customized route. One free drink is included per passenger, and the driver steers while you pedal for about two hours.

Step-by-step itinerary

Trolley Pub tour with brewery stops

• Board the pedal-powered Trolley Pub
• Pedal through South End, Charlotte
• Stop at a pub with beer menu and snacks
• Visit Wooden Robot craft brewery
• Enjoy craft beers and outdoor patio

The experience

The Trolley Pub itself is the draw: a bright, social pedal bar where you and up to 14 others sit on bicycle-style seats facing inward, pedaling together to move the whole rig through South End. The electric motor kicks in on hills so nobody grinds away. You're pedaling lightly the whole time, not working hard. A Bluetooth stereo plays music, an onboard cooler keeps drinks cold, and the driver handles all steering and braking while you focus on the ride and the company. If you don't have a full group, you can buy individual seats and pedal alongside strangers who often become friends by the end of the afternoon.

The route stops at two craft breweries, each for 15–20 minutes. The first is an easygoing operation with an extensive beer menu and pub snacks on an expansive terrace. The second is Wooden Robot, a South End staple known for rotating craft taps, a full kitchen, and a lively outdoor patio. The walk from the trolley to each venue is short, typically one to two minutes. Your one free drink is included. Additional beers and food come from the venues' menus, or you can load drinks from the on-site beer shop into the onboard cooler before you roll. The driver customizes the route each time based on who's riding and what they want to see, so no two tours follow the same path through the neighborhood.

The whole experience runs two hours. You'll need to step up into the trolley, sit on the bicycle seat, and pedal lightly for the duration. Restrooms are at the meeting point (Trolley Pub Beer Shop) and at each bar stop, though they vary in accessibility by venue. Let the operator know if you need an accessible restroom and they'll plan around it. Glass containers and outside alcohol aren't allowed. Dress is smart casual, and the tour runs in all weather, so dress for the season.

What’s included

• One free drink per passenger.
• use of Bluetooth-compatible stereo.
• onboard cooler with ice.
• driver who steers and hosts the tour.
• two brewery stops in South End, each 15–20 minutes long.

Before you book

Days and timesThursday to Sunday22 departure times: the first at 10:30, the last at 21:00

Book up to16h before

AgesAdult (21 and older) · Under 21: can't be booked

GroupUp to 15

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather or if the minimum number of travelers isn't reached. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

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Good to know

Low physical effortPublic transport nearbyNot recommended during pregnancyNot recommended with heart problemsNot recommended with back problems

Operated by Trolley Pub Charlotte

Is this one for you?The light pedaling and electric assist mean you're not grinding away on hills, so riders of varying fitness levels can pedal comfortably for two hours. If you're looking to socialize with other people rather than book a private group, individual public tickets let you join a full trolley and meet fellow riders.

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Top questions

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

Can I book just one seat on the Trolley Pub if I don't have a full group?

Yes. If you don't have enough people for a private booking, you can purchase individual public tickets and pedal alongside other riders. The operator fills seats across multiple bookings to create a full tour.

What are the two brewery stops on the South End route?

The first stop is an easygoing pub with an extensive beer menu and pub snacks on a terrace. The second is Wooden Robot, a craft brewery known for rotating taps, a full kitchen, and an outdoor patio. Each stop lasts 15–20 minutes and is a short walk from the trolley.

Do I have to pedal hard, or does the electric motor do most of the work?

You pedal lightly throughout the two hours. The electric motor provides assist, especially on hills, so nobody works too hard. The pedaling is easygoing and social, not a workout.

What's included in the ticket price?

One free drink per passenger is included, plus use of the Bluetooth stereo, the onboard cooler, and ice. Additional drinks and food are purchased at the breweries or loaded into the cooler from the on-site beer shop.

Is there a minimum age, and can I bring my own alcohol?

The minimum age is 21. Outside alcohol is not permitted on the trolley. Glass containers are also not allowed. You can purchase drinks from the breweries or the on-site beer shop and load them into the onboard cooler.