Trams
A popular highlight when visiting MOTAT is riding aboard one of our heritage trams along past Western Springs Park. Jump aboard for a free ride and enjoy the view. And ask the tram driver and conductor all your tram operation questions.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION: From Monday 28 April, Stage 2 of the Western Springs Tramway upgrade works (replacing the Passing Loop) will begin and trams will only be able to travel along Great North Road and back.
See here for more details of the Western Springs Tram Upgrade, including about the alternative bus services operating on weekends (SAT&SUN) and public holidays.
MOTAT cares for a fleet of trams that originally operated in cities across New Zealand and Australia. Our fleet includes the stunning Tram 47, a double decker affectionately known as 'Big Ben', a rare steam powered Tram 100, and a number of Australian and New Zealand heritage electric trams.
The operational trams have been meticulously restored and are maintained at MOTAT in our Tram Workshop. Find out more about the MOTAT workshops here.
A tram ride through Western Springs Park is a favourite with all our visitors – currently running between Great North Road and the zoo.
The trams run regularly during opening hours and for some special events. Tram rides are provided as a free service for the community.
See tram timetables and updates here on the Tram Information page.
