Hawthorn Tram Depot
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Open in 1916, the Hawthorn Tram Depot is an imposing building in the American Romanesque style, designed by notable Melbourne architect Leonard Flannagan.
What's On
Take a guided or self-guided tour to see the premises and Melbourne's heritage tram fleet. Explore the exhibitions, former driver training school and see twenty tramcars from the 1880s to the 1970s. There are several displays and videos in our exhibition room, including information on the art trams, Wattle Park and the former cable trams of Melbourne.
Images: (1-6) Melbourne Tram Museum. All photos: courtesy of Melbourne Tram Museum official collection.
Important Details
Tour/event summary information
Saturday 26 July + Sunday 27 July
Guided tours run frequently as required
Running for 20 minutes in groups of 20
No bookings required
Bookings
No bookings required. Tour group capacity is limited and operates on a first-come, first-served basis.
Meeting Point
Meet at the west end (city side) of the complex.
Accessibility
Partially wheelchair accessible, Accessible bathroom
Access to most part of the premises is available. There is only very limited access between the trams.
