Abbotsford Convent
Abbotsford Convent is Melbourne's best alternative cultural space: a former Catholic convent now operating as a working arts precinct with galleries, studios, a brewery, organic bakery, and Sunday farmers market. Free to enter, set in broad gardens along the Yarra River in inner Abbotsford. Worth most of an afternoon.
- Hours
- 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM daily (closed Mondays for most events)
- Price
- Free entry; events $10–$30; café meals $12–$25
- Duration
- 2–3 hours
- Booking required
- No
Tips
- Free entry to grounds and most galleries; farmers market and events have separate costs
- Inner Abbotsford — a short walk from Victoria Park train station or tram to St Heliers Street