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Sydney Churches and Sydney Cathedrals
(Sydney, New South Wales - NSW, Australia AU)



Sydney has an enormous number of beautiful churches, cathedrals and Catholic buildings in and around central Sydney and most of Sydney's churches are in exceptional condition. Many of the churches in Sydney often hold regular services and Sydney's churches welcome all religions. Here is a selection of Sydney churches and cathedrals, which are well worth visiting during your stay in the historic city of Sydney.

Sydney Churches and Cathedrals: St. Andrew's Cathedral - Sydney Square, George Street, Sydney, New South Wales (NSW), 2000, Australia AU
Tel: +61 (0)2 9265 1661
St. Andrew's Cathedral is the oldest cathedral in the whole of Australia and was founded in 1819. Located in Sydney's Central Business District, St. Andrew's Cathedral was actually inspired by the grand York Minster in England. Attractions at Sydney's St. Andrew's Cathedral include breathtaking architecture, stained-glass windows, detailed carvings, 'Young Music' concerts every Tuesday lunchtime, organ recitals on Fridays and many other seasonal events.
Sydney church open: Monday to Friday - 08:00 to 17:30; Saturday - 09:00 to 16:00; Sunday - 08:00 to 20:00
Sydney church admission: free




Sydney Churches and Cathedrals: St. Mary's Cathedral - St. Mary's Road, Sydney, New South Wales (NSW), 2000, Australia AU
Tel: +61 (0)2 9220 0400
St. Mary's Cathedral, in the Central Business District of Sydney, is situated across College Street from Hyde Park's north-eastern corner. With Gothic-style architecture, free guided tours, and many historic features, Sydney's St. Mary's Cathedral was built in the late 19th century and took around 14 years to complete. The twin spires on St. Mary's Cathedral were actually added between 1998 to 2000 and have greatly improved the overall appearance. With a cavernous interior and many impressive attractions, St. Mary's Cathedral is actually one of the largest cathedrals in the world.
Sydney church open: Sunday to Friday - 06:30 to 18:30, Saturday - 08:00 to 18:30
Sydney church admission: free

Sydney Churches and Cathedrals: Great Synagogue - 166 Castlereagh Street, Sydney, New South Wales (NSW), 2000, Australia AU
Tel: +61 (0)2 9267 2477
Sydney's Great Synagogue dates from 1878 and is home to the longest-running congregation in Sydney. Featuring an elaborate ceiling with gold-leaf stars, French Gothic-style wrought-iron gates and many stunning period features, other attractions at Sydney's Great Synagogue include a museum and seasonal exhibitions. The Great Synagogue can be found in the Central Business District of Sydney.
Sydney church open: hours vary
Sydney church admission: free

Sydney Churches and Cathedrals: St. James' Anglican Church - Queen's Square, Sydney, New South Wales (NSW), 2000, Australia AU
Tel: +61 (0)2 9232 3022
St. James' Anglican Church, in Sydney's Central Business District was built in the early 19th century by convicts and is one of the oldest churches in the city of Sydney. Restored in the mid-1950s, St. James' Anglican Church features striking stained-glass windows, a more modern window in the Chapel of the Holy Spirit, free organ recitals on Wednesday lunchtimes between March to December, and guided tours at 14:30 on weekdays.
Sydney church open: Monday to Saturday - 08:00 to 17:00; Sunday - 07:30 to 16:00
Sydney church admission: free

Sydney Churches and Cathedrals: St. Patrick's Church - 20 Grosvenor Street, Sydney, New South Wales (NSW), 2000, Australia AU
Tel: +61 (0)2 9247 3516
The St. Patrick's Church can be found in Grosvenor Street, in the Central Business District of Sydney. Built more than 150 years ago, the historic St. Patrick's Church is a Catholic church and is renown for its particularly elaborate interior.
Sydney church open: daily - 07:00 to 20:00
Sydney church admission: free

Sydney Churches and Cathedrals: St. Philip's Church - Clarence Street, Sydney, New South Wales (NSW), Sydney
Tel: +61 (0)2 9247 1071
Founded in 1856, St. Philip's Church was built by architect Edmund Blacket and features Victorian-style architecture. Surrounded by many modern skyscrapers and buildings, Sydney's historic St. Philip's Church is a particularly peaceful church and was the first church in Sydney to be lit by gas.
Sydney church open: daily - 09:00 to 17:00
Sydney church admission: free



Other churches and religious buildings in and around central Sydney include:

Sydney Churches and Cathedrals: St. Stephen's Uniting Church - 197 Macquarie Street, Sydney, New South Wales (NSW), 2000, Australia AU
Tel: +61 (0)2 9221 1688
Sydney church open: daily - 08:00 to 18:00
Sydney church admission: free

Sydney Churches and Cathedrals: Garrison Church - 62 Lower Front Street, Millers Point, Sydney, New South Wales (NSW), Australia AU
Tel: +61 (0)2 9247 1268
Sydney church open: daily - 09:00 to 17:00
Sydney church admission: free

Sydney Churches and Cathedrals: Hare Krishna Temple - Falcon Street, North Sydney, Sydney, New South Wales (NSW), 2060, Australia AU
Tel: +61 (0)2 9959 4558
Sydney church open: daily - 05:30 to 21:30
Sydney church admission: free, donations suggested

Sydney Churches and Cathedrals: Hwa Tsang Monastery - 29 Mackenzie Street, Homebush West, Sydney, New South Wales (NSW), 2140, Australia AU
Tel: +61 (0)2 9746 6334
Sydney church open: daily - 08:00 to 18:00
Sydney church admission: free

Sydney Churches and Cathedrals: Baha'i House of Worship - Mona Vale Road, Ingleside, Sydney, New South Wales (NSW), 2101, Australia AU
Tel: +61 (0)2 9913 2771
Sydney church open: daily - 09:00 to 17:00
Sydney church admission: free

Sydney Churches and Cathedrals: Mahamukat Buddhist Temple
- 88 Stanmore Road, Stanmore, Sydney, New South Wales (NSW), Australia
Sydney church open: daily - hours vary
Sydney church admission: free

Sydney Churches and Cathedrals: Auburn Gallipoli Mosque - 15-19 North Parade, Sydney, New South Wales (NSW), Australia AU
Tel: +61 (0)2 9646 5972
Sydney church open: daily - hours vary
Sydney church admission: free

 
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