Melbourne, Australia
St Patrick’s Cathedral, Melbourne

Largest and tallest building in Australia.

St Patrick’s Cathedral stands as the largest and the tallest church building in the whole of Australia and has been open as a place of worship since 1939. It is the cathedral church of the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Melbourne in Victoria, Australia, and also the seat of its archbishop. With sandstone and bluestone being the dominant feature of St Patrick’s Cathedral, this impressive church is at the forefront of what is known as Gothic-revival architecture.


In addition, this majestic church is built in the shape of a cross, and is both stunning and rich in history. Do spend some time to admire the magnificent pipe organ as well as the gorgeous stained-glass windows, which are guranteed to be a feast for your eyes. What a juxtaposition of the old (old world charms of St Patrick’s Cathedral) and the new (gleaming city skyline surrounding St Patrick’s Cathedral)!


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Tips Before You Go
Guided tours are available to enrich your understanding of the history and architecture of St Patrick’s Cathedral. Admission is free so what are you waiting for? The best time to visit St Patrick’s Cathedral will be during the Sunday evening mass where you will get to witness for yourself, the sonorous organ that has a history dating back to the 1870s, as well as the warmth in the voices of the St Patrick’s Cathedral Singers.
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