St. Mary's Cathedral

Overview

St. Mary's Cathedral is a magnificent example of Gothic Revival architecture and the seat of the Archbishop of Sydney. It is the largest church in Australia and a significant religious and historical landmark.

It is the mother church of the Catholic Archdiocese of Sydney and a prominent symbol of the city's religious heritage.

Religious Site Architectural Landmark

Location

Address

St Mary’s Road, Sydney, New South Wales

Neighborhood: Pyrmont

Coordinates

-33.875400, 151.205500

Visiting Information

Opening Hours

monday 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

tuesday 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

wednesday 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

thursday 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

friday 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

saturday 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

sunday 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Admission

Adults

Free

Children

Free

Best Time to Visit

Overall Best Period

March-May

Best Time of Day

Early morning

fewer crowds

Duration Recommendations

Minimum

30 minutes

Recommended

1 hour

Full Experience

2 hours

Seasonal Highlights

spring

mild

• flowers
• gardens

summer

hot

• extended hours

autumn

cool

• fall colors

winter

mild

• holiday lights

Know Before You Go

Essential Information

Dress modestly
Respect religious services
Check visiting hours

What to Bring

essential

camera comfortable shoes

seasonal

jacket umbrella

not allowed

large bags drones

Health & Safety

Physical Requirements: low

• stairs

Medical facilities: first aid available

Payment Information

Accepted

cash, cards

Currency

AUD

Typical Costs

entry $0

parking $10

food $15

souvenirs $20

Dress Code

modest, comfortable shoes, walking shoes, inappropriate clothing

Booking Tips

• not required
• official website
• not applicable
• not available

Amenities

Restrooms

Gift shop

Atm

Wifi

Lockers

Wheelchair rental

Stroller rental

On site restaurant

Cafe

Picnic areas

Outside food allowed

Digital Services

Mobile App

Official App

Size: 50 MB

Features: Map, Audio guide, Tickets

Platforms: iOS, Android

WiFi Zones: Visitor center, Cafe

Charging Stations: Rest areas

How to Reach

From Airport

Nearest: Sydney International Airport

Distance: 15 km

Travel Time: 25 minutes

taxi

$50 25 min

public_transport

$5 40 min

From City Center

Distance: 2 km

metro

$2 15 min

bus

$1.50 20 min

taxi

$10 10 min

Local Insights

Cultural Context

Why Locals Love It: Historic importance

Historical Significance: Important events happened here

Insider Tips

Free entry always
Best food at back entrance

Local Recommendations

• Try local cafe
• Ask for guide John

Language Help

Useful Phrases

hello G'day

thank_you Ta

where_is Where's

how_much How much

beautiful Beautiful

ticket Ticket

Guide Languages: English, Spanish, French

Photography Guide

Best Photo Spots

Main entrance

Best Time: Golden hour

Tips: Low angle

Result: Great shot

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Photography Rules

allowed areas outdoor areas

prohibited areas during services

flash photography not allowed

commercial photography permit needed

drone policy prohibited

tripod policy restricted

selfie sticks allowed

Nearby Attractions

Sydney Opera House

Distance: 1km

Walking: 15 min

Type: Landmark

Royal Botanic Garden

Distance: 500m

Walking: 7 min

Type: Park

Reviews

4.7

Based on 1,200 reviews

Recent Visitor Tips

"Visit early"
"Great views"
"Free entry"

Contact Information

+61 2 9223 0515

info@stmaryscathedral.edu.au

www.stmaryscathedral.edu.au

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