Seneca Lake Wine Tours – Trolley & Behind-the-Scenes
Enjoy shared-group wine tours on Seneca Lake with our vintage trolley on Saturdays and curated shuttle experiences every other day. You sip and explore; we handle the driving, timing, and route.
Vintage trolley on Saturdays, luxury shuttle on weekdays
All tours depart from our ticket booth in Watkins Glen
Transportation only – tastings, drinks, and food are purchased at each stop
Shared-group tours, not a private limo or hop-on/off bus
Check Dates & Tickets
Select your date below to see all available Seneca Lake tours (Trolley or Behind the Scenes) for that date.
How to book your Seneca Tour
Booking steps
Choose your date to see all Seneca Lake tours running that day.
In the panel that opens, click a time pill (for example, 10:45 AM).
Check the event name so you know if it’s a TROLLEY · Intro Tour… or SHUTTLE · Behind-the-Scenes…, then follow the prompts to complete checkout.
Good to know
All tours depart from our ticket booth in Watkins Glen.
Please arrive 10 minutes before departure.
Tickets include transportation only – tastings, drinks, and food are purchased at each stop.
Which Seneca tour is right for you?
Both tours on Seneca Lake off a different vibe. Pick the one that feels most like your group.
Trolley - Fun & Social Seneca Tour (Fridays & Saturdays)
Fun & social vibe with music, photos & high energy
Mix of wineries, breweries & distilleries
Best fit for groups and couples who want to engage with other groups
Vintage Lakeside Trolley
Behind-The-Scenes - Seneca (Sundays through Thursdays)
More curated, wine focus tour
Intimate feel with personalized attention
Elevated tastings, unique experiences and food and wine pairing lunches
Best fit for wine lovers and groups who want a calmer vibe
How Your Day Works
Check in at the ticket booth – Arrive 10 minutes before departure at the Lakeside Trolley ticket booth in Watkins Glen. Show your ticket and get your wristband.
Ride with your group to each stop – You stay with the same vehicle and group all day. We drive you between wineries, breweries, and distilleries on a set route and schedule.
Taste, relax, and explore – You choose what to taste and eat at each stop and pay the establishments directly. Plan on about an hour at each stop so you’re never rushed.
Return to Watkins Glen – After the final stop, we bring you back to the ticket booth so you can head to dinner, your lodging, or a sunset walk.
Sample Tours on Seneca Lake
Here are sample lineups we use on our East and West Seneca routes. Exact stops and order may vary by date and availability.
East Seneca - Sample Day
Damiani Wine Cellars – Expressive Finger Lakes wines with one of the best hillside views over Seneca Lake.
Finger Lakes Distilling – Farm distillery overlooking the lake, pouring handcrafted whiskeys, gins, vodkas, and more.
J.R. Dill Winery – Laid-back tasting room with small-batch wines and big Seneca Lake views.
Silver Thread Winegarden – Quiet, sustainably farmed vineyard known for standout Rieslings and other cool-climate wines.
Ria’s Wines – Naturally made, unfiltered wines in a casual, dog- and family-friendly tasting room with vineyard views.
Solera Tap House – Cozy tap house with craft beer, cocktails, and comfort food, perfect for a relaxed hangout.
West Seneca - Sample Day
Lakewood Vineyards – Long-time family winery offering a wide range of award-winning wines and an easygoing tasting room.
Barnstormer Winery – Intimate tastings in a renovated 1800s barn, focused on small-lot, sustainably sourced Seneca Lake wines.
Magnus Ridge Winery – Old-world French–inspired tasting room with big bars, gift shop, and sweeping vineyard views.
Glenora Wine Cellars – Classic Seneca Lake winery estate with broad lake views and a variety of approachable wines.
Tin Barn Brewery – Modern craft brewery pouring hazy IPAs and fruited sours, plus tacos and a huge lake view.
FAQs
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No. Your ticket covers transportation only. You’ll choose your tastings, drinks, and food at each stop and pay the establishments directly.
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No. Each tour follows a set route and schedule. You stay with the same vehicle and group all day, and we bring you back to the ticket booth at the end.
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Dress for the weather and wear comfortable shoes. Bring your ID, cash for tips throughout the day and a camera. You can store any wine you buy on the vehicle.
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Tours run in most weather. If we ever need to cancel for safety, we’ll contact you at the email/phone you used at checkout with options.
Explore our other tours
Looking for a different lake or pickup location? Compare all of our tours below.
Keuka Lake Tours - Departing from Penn Yan
Same great Keuka route with a convenient Penn Yan starting point, ideal if you’re staying on or near Keuka Lake.
Keuka Lake Tours - Departing from Watkins Glen
Scenic, relaxed shuttle tour of Keuka Lake wineries, perfect if you’re staying near Seneca but want to explore Keuka.
Seneca Lake Tours
Trolley & Behind the Scenes
Fun vintage trolley Saturdays and curated shuttle tours on weekdays, all departing from our Watkins Glen ticket booth.
Have questions about Seneca Lake tours?
We’re happy to help you pick the right tour or sort out the details for your day.
Email info@lakeside-trolley.com
and we’ll talk you through it.