Dallas Uptown Small-Group Food and Trolley Tour
After meeting your guide at the designated location in Uptown, get an insider’s perspective of the trendy West Village. The dining and shopping district sits in the heart of Uptown, within easy reach of neighborhood cultural attractions. The places visited change depending upon availability, however you might take a look at the historical McKinney Avenue Trolleys, and see where they are maintained and restored. One of the trolley cars, Rosie, is the oldest running trolley car in the United States, dating back more than 100 years. You might also take in the second oldest cemetery in Dallas and a civil war burial ground. If you wish, after the tour you can hop on the trolley for a free ride to the Dallas Arts District.
Highlights
- ✓Ride a vintage trolley through Dallas’ lively Uptown district
- ✓Enjoy delicious tastings from four diverse local eateries, enough for a full meal
- ✓Go behind the scenes with a VIP tour of the McKinney Avenue Trolley Car Barn
- ✓Small group sizes ensure an intimate, low-key experience
What you'll see & do
- ✓Explore West Village in the heart of Uptown Dallas, where restaurants, shops and the historic McKinney Avenue trolley line come together in one of the neighborhood’s most walkable destinations.
- ✓Ride aboard a real historic McKinney Avenue streetcar, when available—not a reproduction and hear the remarkable stories behind the vintage cars that still roll through Uptown Dallas today.
- ✓Go behind the scenes at the McKinney Avenue Trolley Car Barn when available, a working facility not generally open to the public. See where the historic streetcars are restored and maintained, meet members of the trolley team and discover what it takes to keep these pieces of Dallas history rolling.
- ✓Eat your way through Uptown Dallas, exploring the restaurants, streets and neighborhood character of one of the city’s most walkable districts while discovering the historic trolley that has become part of its identity.
What's included
- ✓Restaurant gratuities
- ✓9 generous tastings at 5 handpicked Dallas restaurants — enough food for a meal, plus a sweet treat
- ✓Narrated Dallas foodie tour — discover the neighborhood and stories behind its historic streetcars
- ✓Water provided at restaurant stops
- ✓Behind-the-scenes Trolley Barn visit where the trolleys are restored & maintained (when available)
- ✓Ride a historic streetcar, not a reproduction, with remarkable stories of its own (when available)
What's not included
- ✓Alcoholic beverages — available for purchase at select stops only
- ✓Guide gratuity — not included and always appreciated
- ✓Transportation to and from the tour, parking fees
Good to know
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
This is a walking tour through Dallas Uptown and includes approximately 1 mile of walking, sidewalks, curbs, street crossings and periods of standing.
Historic McKinney Avenue trolley cars require climbing a few steep steps to enter and exit and are not wheelchair accessible. The trolley ride is a core part of the experience. If you have accessibility or mobility needs, please contact Food Tours of America before booking so we can provide additional information about the tour.
Guests should be comfortable walking approximately 1 mile, standing for portions of the 2.5-hour tour and climbing the steep steps required to board and exit the historic trolley. The experience includes both indoor and outdoor portions, so please dress for the weather and wear comfortable walking shoes.
At least 72 hours’ advance notice is required for dietary accommodations and menu substitutions. Please provide the name of each guest and their specific dietary restriction or food allergy when booking.
Booking within 72 hours? Please provide your dietary needs at the time of booking. We’ll do our best to accommodate last-minute requests, but some substitutions may be limited or unavailable.
All accommodations depend on each restaurant’s capabilities and cannot be guaranteed. Substitutions may differ from the standard tastings, and in some cases, fewer tastings may be available.
Severe or life-threatening food allergies: Our tours visit multiple independent restaurants, and we do not control their kitchens or the potential for cross-contact. For this reason, our tours may not be appropriate for guests with severe or life-threatening food allergies.
Cancellation policy
- •A full refund will apply if you cancel more than 24 hours before the activity start time.
- •No refund is possible if you cancel less than 24 hours before the activity start time.
Dallas Uptown Small-Group Food and Trolley Tour
After meeting your guide at the designated location in Uptown, get an insider’s perspective of the trendy West Village. The dining and shopping district sits in the heart of Uptown, within easy reach of neighborhood cultural attractions. The places visited change depending upon availability, however you might take a look at the historical McKinney Avenue Trolleys, and see where they are maintained and restored. One of the trolley cars, Rosie, is the oldest running trolley car in the United States, dating back more than 100 years. You might also take in the second oldest cemetery in Dallas and a civil war burial ground. If you wish, after the tour you can hop on the trolley for a free ride to the Dallas Arts District.
Highlights
- ✓Ride a vintage trolley through Dallas’ lively Uptown district
- ✓Enjoy delicious tastings from four diverse local eateries, enough for a full meal
- ✓Go behind the scenes with a VIP tour of the McKinney Avenue Trolley Car Barn
- ✓Small group sizes ensure an intimate, low-key experience
What you'll see & do
- ✓Explore West Village in the heart of Uptown Dallas, where restaurants, shops and the historic McKinney Avenue trolley line come together in one of the neighborhood’s most walkable destinations.
- ✓Ride aboard a real historic McKinney Avenue streetcar, when available—not a reproduction and hear the remarkable stories behind the vintage cars that still roll through Uptown Dallas today.
- ✓Go behind the scenes at the McKinney Avenue Trolley Car Barn when available, a working facility not generally open to the public. See where the historic streetcars are restored and maintained, meet members of the trolley team and discover what it takes to keep these pieces of Dallas history rolling.
- ✓Eat your way through Uptown Dallas, exploring the restaurants, streets and neighborhood character of one of the city’s most walkable districts while discovering the historic trolley that has become part of its identity.
What's included
- ✓Restaurant gratuities
- ✓9 generous tastings at 5 handpicked Dallas restaurants — enough food for a meal, plus a sweet treat
- ✓Narrated Dallas foodie tour — discover the neighborhood and stories behind its historic streetcars
- ✓Water provided at restaurant stops
- ✓Behind-the-scenes Trolley Barn visit where the trolleys are restored & maintained (when available)
- ✓Ride a historic streetcar, not a reproduction, with remarkable stories of its own (when available)
What's not included
- ✓Alcoholic beverages — available for purchase at select stops only
- ✓Guide gratuity — not included and always appreciated
- ✓Transportation to and from the tour, parking fees
Good to know
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
This is a walking tour through Dallas Uptown and includes approximately 1 mile of walking, sidewalks, curbs, street crossings and periods of standing.
Historic McKinney Avenue trolley cars require climbing a few steep steps to enter and exit and are not wheelchair accessible. The trolley ride is a core part of the experience. If you have accessibility or mobility needs, please contact Food Tours of America before booking so we can provide additional information about the tour.
Guests should be comfortable walking approximately 1 mile, standing for portions of the 2.5-hour tour and climbing the steep steps required to board and exit the historic trolley. The experience includes both indoor and outdoor portions, so please dress for the weather and wear comfortable walking shoes.
At least 72 hours’ advance notice is required for dietary accommodations and menu substitutions. Please provide the name of each guest and their specific dietary restriction or food allergy when booking.
Booking within 72 hours? Please provide your dietary needs at the time of booking. We’ll do our best to accommodate last-minute requests, but some substitutions may be limited or unavailable.
All accommodations depend on each restaurant’s capabilities and cannot be guaranteed. Substitutions may differ from the standard tastings, and in some cases, fewer tastings may be available.
Severe or life-threatening food allergies: Our tours visit multiple independent restaurants, and we do not control their kitchens or the potential for cross-contact. For this reason, our tours may not be appropriate for guests with severe or life-threatening food allergies.
Cancellation policy
- •A full refund will apply if you cancel more than 24 hours before the activity start time.
- •No refund is possible if you cancel less than 24 hours before the activity start time.