Get some in-depth history of Victoria Yards and explore all the studios on-site. Tours are not run by professional guides, but by some of the tenants: artists, designers, and small business owners who live, work, and create right in the heart of the community.
Victoria Yards was not always a home for creative minds, learners, and entrepreneurs. Purpose built as a steam laundry in 1913, the property, now over 100 years old, has changed little in the way of the original buildings, standing derelict for a while before being occupied by informal traders.
In 2016, the property became home to what is now known as Victoria Yards. With the addition of gardens, Koi ponds and the reimagining of the spaces, Victoria Yards has become a home to a variety of creative enterprises.
These casual, down-to-earth tours offer a unique behind-the-scenes glimpse into the everyday life of the Yards. Walk the gardens, peek into studios, and hear stories straight from the people who shape this space.
The Discovery Tour allows guests to explore the sprawling Victoria Yards and gardens and orientate themselves with the variety of artists, designers, and makers. The Artisan Tour allows guests to meet artisans in their studios and see how they do what they do and why they do it.
To join a tour, reach out to one of the community guides:
Angela at 078 477 5810
Patience at 078 140 2008
Sean at 066 145 4973