Turn Back Time at Tramway Museum
These days Melbourne is the tram capital of Australia. But did you know that trams were an important part of everyday life in Sydney for a century? Turn back the clock and explore this important part of local history at the Sydney Tramway Museum.
The Sydney Tramway Museum features exhibits and photos showing the development and operation of Sydney trams from 1861 to 1961. The best part is that it’s not just about looking. You can actually ride these old trams, a real novelty for Sydneysiders!
Trams travel to The Royal National Park, which is the perfect spot for lunch. The Lakewood Picnic Area has two electric barbeques for visitors to use.
The historical collection pays homage to trams all around the world, with trams from Adelaide, Brisbane, Melbourne, San Francisco, Nagasaki, Berlin, Munich, and Milan in the collection.
Kids and adults alike will find the Sydney Tramway Museum a fun and educational day out.
Trading hours: 10 am to 5 pm on Sundays and public holidays (except Christmas), 10 am to 3 pm on Wednesdays. See the website for additional school holiday hours
Location: Sydney Tramway Museum
Address: Cnr Rawson Avenue (Old Princes Highway) and Pitt Street, Loftus
Public transport: The museum is opposite Loftus train station
Parking: Street parking in Pitt Street and Rawson Street
Cost: $15 for adults, $8 for children, $10 for seniors and concessions, free for kids under five. Family passes are also available for $46. Entry price includes entry, unlimited tram rides, national park entry, and use of electric barbeques
Website: http://www.sydneytramwaymuseum.com.au
Image source: Yewenyi @ Flickr
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