Hop Aboard the Downtown Trolley!

Hop aboard the brand new, FREE trolley making it’s way on a loop around historic downtown Cape Girardeau and explore more of downtown without having to worry about your car.

The Downtown Trolley will be running it’s route every Thursday from 4 – 11 p.m., Friday’s from Noon – 11 p.m. and Saturdays from Noon – 11 p.m. this summer. Here are the businesses within a few blocks of each stop:

Stop 1 at Middle Street

Stock up on moccasins and cowboy boots at Bob’s Shoe Service.
Shivelbine’s Music Store, a downtown anchor for decades.
The Indie House, where you’ll find Mother Earth, Whimsy, Brickwood Boutique and Free Spirit Studio.
Bring your four-legged friends to Mississippi Mutts, where they’ll enjoy free treat samples.
Grab a coffee at Catapult Creative House or a milkshake at Stevie’s Steakburgers.
Annie Laurie’s Antiques is full of eclectic finds.
Little ones can play all day at Discovery Playhouse, with a brand new second floor older kiddos will love!

Stop 2 at Fountain Street

The Corner Store has quick lunch options and yummy chocolates.
Chocolate Works is now serving breakfast as well as all the candy your inner 5 year old could want.
Barista’s serves up breakfast and lunch all day with specialty coffee and tea.
Make an appointment to say Yes to the Dress at Magnolia’s Bridal Boutique.
Katy O’Ferrell’s Publick House has a menu full of Irish classics.
Stop by and see us at the Visitor’s Center! We’d love to help you plan your visit to Cape Girardeau.

Stop 3 at Broadway and Main

Grab a bite to eat at Main Street Station, Broussard’s Cajun Cuisine or Sugar Chic Creamery.
Bloom Studio and Gifts, Sweet Designs Boutique, Ophelia and Sherry Annette offer one-of-a-kind shopping.
C.P. McGinty’s Jewelers has been a Main Street mainstay for generations.

Stop 4 at Isle Casio Cape Girardeau

Dining and nightlife awaits at Isle Casino Cape Girardeau!

Stop 5 at Water and Themis

Murals along Water Street bring Cape Girardeau’s history to life.
Take a stroll along the banks of the Mighty Mississippi on the Riverfront Trail.
The Coin-Op Cantina has craft beer and vintage video games, a pretty perfect package, and Social’s Cafe has dreamy bakery items and a great lunch crowd.
Local boutique Stash has a constantly evolving selection of on trend women’s clothing and accessories.
Pastimes Antiques is full of exceptional vintage clothing and other items and Jayson’s Jeweler’s has gifts for special occasions.
Annie-Em’s at Home and Atelier are your go-to spots for special home and gift pieces.
Just Kidding Consignment Store can help build your kids’ school wardrobes.
Sit in the chair that Ben Affleck sat in during the filming of Gone Girl at The Bar.
Grab a bite at Port Cape and check out an exhibit at Heritage Hall.
The Gallery of Inspiration is also located on Main Street, close to Hempie’s.

Stop 6 at Main and Independence

Riverfront Antique Mall, Back Porch Antiques and Premiere Antiques and More are all full of treasures.
Hutson’s Fine Furniture is a long time anchor store in downtown Cape Girardeau.
Zickfield’s, another local mainstay, has jewelry and gifts.
Hotshots and the Blue Diamond Sports Bar have full menus.
Schedule a paint party at Board and Brush.

Stop 7 at Spanish Street

Dynamite is Cape’s only local coffee roaster, and you won’t want to miss their seasonal coffees.
Spanish Street Mercantile and Brick Street Gallery boast large varieties of antiques.
Grab a malt or a cone at Cape’s Creme and Cone.
Yearning 4 Yarn has hand spun yarn for all of your knitting or crochet projects.
The Arts Council of Southeast Missouri has a beautiful new gallery space packed with artwork.
Cup N’ Cork has coffee, breakfast and lunch as well as a lovely outdoor courtyard to enjoy. Dig in to pasta at Bella Italia.
The Soulful Home is only open on Saturdays, but this tiny antique store has a beautifully curated selection.
You won’t be able to check out any books at the Library, but this bar and restaurant is a local favorite.