Portland Cable Trams

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2A Bentinck Street, Portland, VIC, 3305
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Come and explore Victoria’s birthplace by the sea onboard Portland Cable Trams.

With a 7.4km route meandering along Portland’s spectacular foreshore, the Portland Cable Tram is a must-do for any visitor to town. The Portland Cable Tram offers passengers a taste of yesteryear on board lovingly restored and modified saloon and grip cars.

The iconic tram stops at the WWII Memorial Lookout Museum, Whale viewing platform, Portland Botanic Gardens, Portland Maritime Discovery Center, Powerhouse Motor and Car Museum and Tram Depot.

The Portland Cable Tram Depot is more than just a tram stop. Housing a museum of historic local artefacts, featuring the largest private gemstone collection in the Southern Hemisphere, local model railway club display and gift shop.

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Facilities

  • Regional Tourist/Tourism Association/Organisation
  • Visitor Information Centre
  • Australian Museums and Galleries Association
  • Carpark
  • Coach Parking
  • Family Friendly
  • Interpretive Centre
  • Pet Friendly - Enquire
  • Picnic Area
  • Public Toilet
  • Shop / Gift Shop
  • International

Accessibility

  • Caters for people with sufficient mobility to climb a few steps but who would benefit from fixtures to aid balance. (This includes people using walking frames and mobility aids)
  • Caters for people who are deaf or have hearing loss.
  • Welcomes and assists people who have challenges with learning, communication, understanding and behaviour. (includes people with autism, intellectual disability, Down syndrome, acquired brain injury (ABI), dyslexia and dementia)
  • Caters for people who use a wheelchair.

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