Abbotsford Convent

Just 4 km from Melbourne’s CBD and spread over 6.8 hectares, the Convent – with its 11 historic buildings and gardens – is internationally recognised as a leading not-for-profit arts, cultural and learning precinct.

The former Convent of the Good Shepherd, the most important Catholic institutional complex constructed in Victoria, it is notable for its scale and extent, the architectural qualities of the buildings and its range of building types.

Today, the Convent is home to over 100 artist studios, two art galleries, markets, over 1000 events annually, a wellness centre and six places to eat and drink.