Tombstone: Trolley Tour with Local Guide & Boothill Stop

Summary

Discover Tombstone’s legends by trolley with stops at Boothill

You’ll ride through Tombstone’s wild streets on a trolley tour led by a local guide, stopping at Boothill Graveyard to see legendary graves and hear true tales of outlaws. Along the way you’ll catch glimpses of old churches and haunted theaters—and maybe even share a laugh with locals—leaving you with stories you’ll remember long after you leave.

What’s the experience like?

We rolled out of Allen Street in Tombstone, the trolley wheels clattering over the old road — I could smell dust and something faintly sweet from the candy shop as we passed. Our driver, Mike (he wore a battered hat that looked like it’d seen some things), started right in with stories about outlaws and shootouts. He pointed out the old churches and spots where, apparently, folks used to gamble away their last coins. I kept catching little details — faded paint on wooden storefronts, a woman waving from her porch like she’d done it every day for decades.

When we pulled up to Boothill Graveyard, the air felt different — drier maybe, or just quieter. Mike let us hop off for a bit. The graves are rough stones with names half-worn away; some had boots carved into them (he said that meant they died suddenly, “with their boots on”). There was this odd silence except for wind rattling dry grass. I tried reading one marker but couldn’t make out the year — my friend joked it was “pre-Instagram,” which made a couple of locals laugh nearby.

The whole Tombstone trolley tour only took about 30 minutes but somehow packed in more stories than I expected. Mike knew everyone — he waved at a guy fixing his fence and called him by name. On the way back, he told us about haunted places like the Bird Cage Theater and Bufford House. I didn’t expect to get goosebumps in broad daylight, but here we are. We could’ve hopped off again if we wanted (pet-friendly too — someone had a dachshund in a bandana). I still think about that view rolling back into town under that big Arizona sky.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Tombstone Historical Trolley Tour

• Visit Boothill Graveyard
• 30-minute narrated trolley tour of Tombstone

Top questions

How long does the Tombstone trolley tour last?

The historical trolley tour lasts about 30 minutes and covers 3 miles.

Does the tour include Boothill Graveyard?

Yes, there is an on/off stop at Boothill Graveyard during the tour.

Is this Tombstone trolley tour pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed on board the trolley during the tour.

Are guides included on the Tombstone trolley tour?

Yes, an experienced local guide narrates throughout your ride.

Is the Tombstone trolley accessible for wheelchairs or strollers?

Yes, all areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible; strollers are welcome too.

Can I use my ticket any day or time?

Trolley tickets can be used any day of the year for any available time slot.

Are infants allowed on this tour?

Infants can join but must sit on an adult’s lap during the ride.

What’s included

Your experience includes narration from an experienced local guide as you travel by trolley through historic Tombstone with stops at Boothill Graveyard; tickets offer flexible dates and times so you can hop on whenever suits you best—even if you bring your pet along for the ride.