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Oceania Australia Melbourne Do & See Abbotsford Convent

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Abbotsford Convent

The guide was updated: 2024-07-11

Once known as the Convent of the Good Shepherd, the Convent provided refuge for vulnerable women, children and orphans. Nowadays, the convent building and formal gardens play host to events and festivals, workshops and classes, music and theatre performances, and in summer, outdoor cinema. Located on a bend of the Yarra river, the historic site features beautiful and eerie gothic spires of the convent, lush lawns, secluded courtyards and a meticulously restored formal garden. Entry is also free and the garden is open late. Have a beer or even join a team of gardening volunteers.

Useful Information

Address: 1 St Heliers Street, Abbotsford VIC
Opening hours: Tue–Sat 7:30am–10:30pm, Sun & Mon 7:30am–9:30pm
Website: abbotsfordconvent.com.au
Public Transport: Nearby station is Victoria Park
Phone: +61 3 9415 3600

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