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    Bendigo Tramways

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    #5 of 67 things to do in Bendigo
    Scenic Railroads, Tours
    Bendigo, Greater Bendigo, Victoria 3550, Australia
    +61 3 5442 2821
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    Sit back, relax and let your tram do all of the talking. Be delighted by the remarkable sights and sounds of Bendigo as your tram shares entertaining stories about the golden past of the city founded on one of the world's richest goldfields. This hop-on, hop-off tour stops throughout the city allowing you to explore many of the parks, attractions, shopping and dining facilities that Bendigo has to offer. Hop off at Tram Stop No. 3 to explore Australia's oldest operating Tram Depot. You will discover the colourful history of our iconic tram fleet and see first-hand the craftsmanship and techniques that are involved in restoring each tram to its former glory. Your Vintage Talking Tram ticket also includes the Anzac Centenary Tram (which tells the story of Bendigo as it was during World War One) or the Dja Dja Wurrung Tram (which shares the traditions of Bendigo's first people).

    About Bendigo Tramways

    Sit back, relax and let your tram do all of the talking. Be delighted by the remarkable sights and sounds of Bendigo as your tram shares entertaining stories about the golden past of the city founded on one of the world's richest goldfields. This hop-on, hop-off tour stops throughout the city allowing you to explore many of the parks, attractions, shopping and dining facilities that Bendigo has to offer. Hop off at Tram Stop No. 3 to explore Australia's oldest operating Tram Depot. You will discover the colourful history of our iconic tram fleet and see first-hand the craftsmanship and techniques that are involved in restoring each tram to its former glory. Your Vintage Talking Tram ticket also includes the Anzac Centenary Tram (which tells the story of Bendigo as it was during World War One) or the Dja Dja Wurrung Tram (which shares the traditions of Bendigo's first people).
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    • Very good35%
    • Average4%
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    Hours Today: 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
    Suggested Duration: 1-2 hours
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    Bendigo, Greater Bendigo, Victoria 3550, Australia
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    Get on board

    I Travelled up from Melbourne by train for the day. I was time poor, so just did the round trip on the tram as opposed to hop on, hop off. Lovely going on an old tram and the commentary very good. The driver and conductor...More

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    Peppergreen Farm

    Peppergreen Farm is close to the Joss House and at the Northern end of Lake Weeroona. Peppergreen employs a number of people with various disabilities. They sell vegetables, seedlings and have a wonderful cafe which serves delicious coffee and cakes etc, They also cater for...More

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    Reviewed 1 week ago via mobile
    Fantastic

    Yesterday I was at the Bendigo Wollen Mill and next door was the Bendigo Tramways. What an excellent place to stumble across. The tram ride was fantastic. The cafe and especially Jackie the cafe and gift shop lady where fantastic. I throughly enjoyed my time...More

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    Peter A, General Manager at Bendigo Tramways, responded to this reviewResponded 1 week ago

    Thank you for your kind review and mention of Jackie. Great you also visited the Woollen Mills.

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    Reviewed 3 weeks ago
    Very colourful

    With the trams wearing woolen decorations they are very colourful at the moment. It is a great way to see the city and visit some of the far flung sites.

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    Peter A, General Manager at Bendigo Tramways, responded to this reviewResponded 2 weeks ago

    Thank you for the comments on our Yarn Bombed Tram - Its a winter favourite.

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    Reviewed 4 weeks ago
    Friendly staff

    Recommend this to everyone we had a great tour the drivers and especially the conducter had heaps of information to share and it is well worth the cost to look around Bendigo the trams are very clean and well looked after it is an amazing...More

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    Peter A, General Manager at Bendigo Tramways, responded to this reviewResponded 2 weeks ago

    Thank you for the lovely review. Our trams and tram crews are yes very clean.

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    Reviewed 4 weeks ago via mobile
    Trams were not made the highlight of this experience.

    The ride itself was pleasant, but I was a little disappointed by the tram tour as the focus was more on showing tram riders different tourist attractions, rather than being mainly about the trams. Trams were available for inspection at the depot, but without a...More

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    Peter A, General Manager at Bendigo Tramways, responded to this reviewResponded 2 weeks ago

    Thank you for the review. Our tram tour is a hop on hop off tour of the city using the heritage trams as the vehicle. The depot you mention has interpretative boards through, as well as on trams, detailing the heritage that is still alive...More

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    Reviewed 4 weeks ago via mobile
    A must do

    Catching the tram is definitely the best way to see and learn about Bendigo. If you want to include Joss House in your travel make sure you go before 1:30 as they close at 3:00. If you have the time then best to make a...More

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    Peter A, General Manager at Bendigo Tramways, responded to this reviewResponded 2 weeks ago

    Thank you for taking our tram tour. It is the best way to see the living history of Bendigo.

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    Yes running NY day.
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    Absolutely! I had mine and the operators were very accommodating.
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    Response from Marianne F | Reviewed this property |
    Hello Karin, It is about 15 minutes walking if your fit enough other wise out side the station is public transport and a taxi stand so you have some options. You and Mum inlaw will enjoy this lovely city, take care have fun... More
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