Puffing Billy Railway

Heritage railway Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
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What to expect

The Puffing Billy Railway is a 2 ft 6 in narrow gauge heritage railway in the southern foothills of the Dandenong Ranges in Melbourne, Australia. The railway offers train journeys through the magnificent Dandenong Ranges, with lush fern gullies and Mountain Ash trees towering overhead. Visitors can enjoy open-sided carriages and take in the sights and sounds of the railway. The railway also features a visitor centre and railway cafe, which offers a relaxed indoor and outdoor setting with a tasty menu for both adults and kids. The railway is committed to offering an enjoyable experience for everyone and has a range of accessible facilities available for passengers. Families can also enjoy a delicious High Tea at the Lakeside Visitor Centre, and there are various events and activities throughout the year, such as the Paint and Sip experience and Education Programs for kids

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This family's experience:

Activities: We took a ride on the Puffing Billy Railway, a historic steam train that passes through scenic landscapes

Highlights: The kids loved the train ride, and we all enjoyed the scenic views and historic stations ✨

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This family's experience:

Activities: We took a ride on the historic steam train

Highlights: The kids loved the open-air carriages and scenic ride ✨