Trams formed the basis of Christchurch’s transport system from the late 1800s, but were finally replaced by buses in 1954. The current tram route was opened as a tourist attraction in 1995, and is run by Christchurch Tramways Ltd.

Trambience uses tram number 244, a 'W2' class tram, built in Melbourne in 1922. It was brought to Christchuch in 1996.