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History & Culture: Women's History Tour of the Abbotsford Convent 20% OFF
$34.99
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Overview
The Women of the Abbotsford Convent Women's History Walking Tour offers a deep dive into the lives of women who lived at the Abbotsford Convent. This two-hour journey reveals their stories of resilience, friendship, and the impact of their daily routines.
- 🏛️ Walk through the historic Abbotsford Convent grounds where girls began their day before dawn, contributing to the institution's operations.
- 📜 Learn about the strict routines and disciplines that shaped the lives of the young women within the Convent walls.
- 👭 Discover how friendships blossomed amid the challenges faced by these women, forming bonds that endured in difficult conditions.
- 🔍 Explore the poignant stories of separation from families and the unpaid labor that supported the Convent's existence.
- 🙏 Understand the role of faith in everyday life at the Convent, influencing the experiences of those who lived there.
- 🚶♀️ Enjoy a guided tour led by a knowledgeable human tour guide, providing insight into this significant chapter of women's history.
- ♿ Wheelchair accessible, ensuring everyone can participate in this enlightening experience.
- 👶 Infants and small children can comfortably ride in prams or strollers, making it a family-friendly outing.
- 🚍 Convenient public transportation options are available nearby for easy access to the tour location.
- 🪑 Specialized infant seats are provided, accommodating families with young children during the tour.
Tinggly makes it easy to share the rich stories of women's history through this unique walking tour. With instant e-delivery and no expiration on vouchers, you can gift this thoughtful experience to someone special while supporting sustainable travel options.
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History & Culture: Women's History Tour of the Abbotsford Convent
Tour guide
Language: English
Human tour guide
Duration: 2 hours
- Passionate & Professional Local Guide
- A group photo with your guide
- A follow-up list of resources and further reading on the stories shared
Meeting point
We meet at the Clarke Street Gates, near the corner of Yarra St. Please note this is not the main entrance to the Abbotsford Convent.
Return details
The tour finishes out the front of the Abbotsford Convent main entrance.
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Abbotsford ConventWe visit significant sites within the Convent’s gates, including the gardens, the farm, St Mary’s (now the Sophia Mundy Steiner School), the Logistics Building, the Magdalen Laundry and the Memorial Garden. The tour covers just over 1km in 2 hours. We move at a very relaxed pace, and there are a few chances to pause in the shade and sit down along the way. The route includes some uneven footpaths but no stairs.
If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met,
you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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History & Culture: Women's History Tour of the Abbotsford Convent 20% OFF
$34.99
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after
they redeem the gift voucher.
How it works?
01
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You choose from 10,000+ experience gifts
02
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We deliver the eVoucher or the Physical box to the recipient
03
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Recipient books the experience and creates unforgettable memories!