Abbotsford
Sightseeing
Relax by the river. Organise a picnic with friends. The reserve includes private rowing sheds and launching facilities, and is a lovely spot for barbecues
Yarra Bank Reserve
44 Creswick StRelax by the river. Organise a picnic with friends. The reserve includes private rowing sheds and launching facilities, and is a lovely spot for barbecues
Food scene
The concept of Kitty Burns has a well-known history, a tale of two sisters local to the area who inspired an idea, both now famous and iconic along the Abbotsford stretch of the Yarra River. The playful character and rich history of the Skipping Girl, nicknamed “Little Audrey” and also known as the "Vinegar Girl" create the concept and title of Kitty Burns....
29 locals recommend
Kitty Burns
24 Acacia PlThe concept of Kitty Burns has a well-known history, a tale of two sisters local to the area who inspired an idea, both now famous and iconic along the Abbotsford stretch of the Yarra River. The playful character and rich history of the Skipping Girl, nicknamed “Little Audrey” and also known as the "Vinegar Girl" create the concept and title of Kitty Burns....
Frankie Says
15 Acacia PlOne of Melbourne’s oldest microbreweries has become so popular it’s had to outsource production, but special brews are still being made at this Richmond warehouse.
57 locals recommend
Mountain Goat Beer
80 North StOne of Melbourne’s oldest microbreweries has become so popular it’s had to outsource production, but special brews are still being made at this Richmond warehouse.
City advice
Getting around
Easy and accessible public transportation
Abbotsford has excellent transit which means transit is convenient for most trips.
Tram lines:
109 Box Hill - Port Melbourne 0.0 km
12 St Kilda (Fitzroy St) - Victoria Gardens 0.3 km
48 Victoria Harbour Docklands - North Balwyn 0.8 km
Bus lines:
200 City (Queen St) - Bulleen 0.7 km
207 City (Queen St) - Doncaster SC 0.7 km
202 Yarra Bend - Melbourne University 1.2 km
609 Fairfield - Kew/Hawthorn 1.4 km