Plan Your Visit
Welcome to Collingwood Children's Farm, a playful and educational destination for kids and adults alike!
Find everything you need to plan your visit here and get ready to immerse yourself in the wonders of country life in the city. Located just minutes from Melbourne's bustling city centre, our charming farm offers a unique opportunity to experience the joy of interacting with friendly animals, exploring picturesque landscapes and learning about sustainable farming practices.
Tickets
Tickets can be booked online before your visit using the calendar below, or simply on arrival from our friendly Visitor Experience team at Reception.
Please note that tickets are strictly non-refundable unless under extreme circumstances.
The Best Value is to become an Annual Pass Holder!
Collingwood Children’s Farm is a not-for-profit community organisation.
Your entry fees help us to care for our animals, the land, and fund educational and community programs.
We are open most days of the year from 9.30am. Morning arrival is encouraged if you’d like to participate in activities. Operating hours may vary due to weather, resourcing, public holidays and special events. Follow us on Instagram for the most up-to-date information on today’s operating hours.
Entry Fees
General Admission
Adult: $20
Child: $10 (24 months—17 years)
Infant: $0 (24 months and under)
Children under 16 years old must be accompanied/supervised by an adult.
If they are not accompanied by an adult, they will be refused entry.
Discounted Admission
Student Card Holder: $15 (enrolled at a recognised higher education provider)
Victorian Senior Card Holder: $15
Concession Admission
Adult Concession Card Holder: $10
Child named on Concession Card: $0 (24 months—17 years)
Infant: $0 (24 months and under)
Carer: $10 (where attending in support of somebody with a disibility)
Valid Concessions: Health Care Card, Pensioner Concession Card, DVA Veteran Card, Companion Card and Carer Card
Dogs
Dogs are most welcome, but must remain on leash at all times.
Annual Pass Holders and Association Members
FREE - Please introduce yourself at Reception upon arrive so that we can check you in.
Annual Passes and Association Memberships are strictly non-transferable and non-refundable. Thank you for your cooperation.
To find out more or to purchase an Annual Pass, click the link:
Daily Farm Activities
The following list is typical of weekends and school holidays. Afternoon activities may be reduced on school days. To avoid heartbreak, we recommend calling ahead if you wish to participate in a specific activity.
10:00–10:15 Let out the Chickens, Ducks & Geese
10:30 Watch the Pig Feeding
10:30–11:00 Meet the Guinea Pigs
11:15–11:35 Cow Brushing in the Barn
12:30–1:00 Meet the Guinea Pigs
2:30 Egg Grading
3:00–3:30 Meet the Guinea Pigs
3:30 Watch the Pig Feeding
4:00–4:15 Put the Chickens, Ducks & Geese to Bed
Please note:
Activities are chosen by our farmers at the beginning of each day, and may be withdrawn subject to weather, animal wellbeing and other factors.
On weekends, public and school holidays, we aim to run the full day’s schedule above.
On weekdays during school term, our afternoon activities are subject to change.
To look after our animals, if the temperature hits 30 degrees our guinea pig activities will cease and if it hits 35 degrees all other animal-related activities will cease for the day.
To protect our birds from a current Avian Influenza outbreak, please do not enter the Farm if you have pet birds, have recently visited another farm or zoo with birds, or have been in the restricted or control areas (Meredith, Lethbridge and Terang). Avian Influenza is not a risk to human health or the eggs we sell, but it is a serious risk to the lives of our birds.
View T&Cs and Farm Policies
Getting Here
The Farm is a hidden gem at the end of 18 St Heliers Street, Abbotsford. Getting here is easy!
By Train
Take the Mernda or Hurstbridge train line to Victoria Park Railway Station. Walk down Johnston Street for 10 minutes towards Kew.
Turn right into Clarke Street, then left into St Heliers Street. The Farm is at the end of St Heliers Street, down the hill.
By Bus
Take the 200 or 207 bus route to the Johnston/Clarke Street stop. Turn left into St Heliers Street.
By Bicycle
Take the Capital City cycling and walking trail.
By Car
Drive to St Heliers Street, Abbotsford. Parking is available in the Abbotsford Convent car park, across the road from the Convent and just before the end of St Heliers Street. Turn left from the pay station towards the end of the street.
Parking Fees
For hourly rates and more information visit the Abbotsford Convent website. Collingwood Children’s Farm does not manage this carpark and we cannot validate parking.
Limited-time free parking is available on Yarra Boulevard, just off Studley Park Road.
Download the Farm Map!
Accessibility
View our Visitor Social Story to preview what students, children or friends may experience throughout the day.