Heritage Tram Tours

Sarah Catherine Jones
Traditional green and beige tram in blackpool
Heritage Tram Tours, courtesy of Visit Blackpool.

A key part of Blackpool’s industrial past, Heritage Trams offer a ton of different tours and events, including some mini festive tram tours running from 1 -29 December 2024.

While the seaside town now has a fleet of modern low-floor trams for visitors and locals, it’s the original Heritage trams that continue to fascinate tourists far and wide. Some are over 80 years old, and have been lovingly restored and maintained to offer quaint rides up and down the coastline.

Heritage Trams provide a mix of both Promenade and Coastal Tours, as well as some fun themed tours such as Afternoon Tea Tours, Evening Tours and more. There are even Fish & Chip Tours for those who want the most authentic Blackpool experience possible.

Heritage Tram Tours
Image by Sean Conboy for Visit Blackpool.

The Promenade and Coastal Tours usually depart from the special Heritage Tram Stop at North Pier & Tower, which is next to the Tourist Information Centre at Festival House.

Illuminations Tours are now some of the most popular tours available, and run from September to December. As tickets are in high demand, they generally go on sale in April, so you’ll need to move fast to book a spot.

If you fancy learning more about Blackpool’s trams and how they work, you can now visit The Depot down at Rigby Road (affectionately known as ‘Tramtown’), where you’ll receive a guided tour of the Heritage Fitting Shop. You’ll be able to take a look at the equipment engineers used to keep the wheels moving on the trams, and view some of the original fleet outside the main tram shed. This experience lasts around an hour.

Whether you’re a seasoned tram enthusiast or looking for a unique family day out, Heritage Tram Tours offer a great opportunity to experience a piece of moving history.

North Pier, PromenadeBlackpool FY1 1NE View map
Visit Now

What's on near Heritage Tram Tours

Until
ActivityLiverpool
Old Dock Tours, Liverpool

The Old Dock tour is a treat for younger and older visitors alike, fans of Liverpool’s maritime past, and anybody curious about local history.

£8.50 with concessions
Until
ComedyManchester
Creatures of the Night Comedy Club

An insanely committed seven-nights-a-week, Creatures of the Night Comedy Club opens its doors (20.30-22.30 typically, though please check) for evening after evening of side-splitting comedy.

from £5.00
Until
ComedyManchester
The Comedy Vault

Every Monday night upstairs at Fierce Bar, The Comedy Vault hosts an outrageously funny open-mic night. Come and try your hand or just to watch and laugh.

free entry
Until
ComedyManchester
Comedy Balloon

Every Wednesday at Ape & Apple, Manchester’s official underground comedy club, Comedy Balloon’s friendly and warm comedy night takes place.

free entry

Where to go near Heritage Tram Tours

Blackpool
Tourist Attraction
Sandcastle Waterpark

Bring the whole family together for a day of fun, thrills and exciting aquatic adventures at Sandcastle Waterpark.

© Merlin Entertainments 2024
Blackpool
Tourist Attraction
Blackpool Tower Eye

Experience one of the country’s most well-known landmarks in a whole new way. Brave the glass SkyWalk, head to the 4D cinema, or soak up the views at Bar 380.

Blackpool Tower Circus
Blackpool
Tourist Attraction
The Blackpool Tower Circus

Visit the oldest permanent circus in the world, showcasing some truly jaw-dropping stunts from contortionists, acrobats and trapeze acts.

Pendle witch scaring visitors at Blackpool Dungeons
Blackpool
Tourist Attraction
The Blackpool Tower Dungeon

With interactive shows and an impressive drop ride, you’re guaranteed thrills, screams and entertainment at The Blackpool Tower Dungeon.

activity 1
Event venue
Frankie’s Paint-It Pottery

Frankie’s Paint-It Pottery is a friendly place to relax and exercise your creative muscles by having a go at pottery painting.

hotel 4
City Centre
Hotel
Shankly Hotel

A glamorous tribute to Bill Shankly in hotel form, where else will you find a place where luxury meets fun in such style?

family 3
Museum
Blue Planet Aquarium

Blue Planet Aquarium is home to animals from all around the world, one of the UK’s largest collections of sharks and a 71-metre underwater tunnel to see them from!

Culture Guides

Theatre in Manchester and the North
Theatre in Manchester and the North

Alongside experimental performance, new writing and free arts festivals, we take a look at some of the Christmas shows happening in the North.