ST PATRICKS CATHEDRAL

Perched in the Eastern Hills of Melbourne, St. Patrick’s Cathedral is a prominent landmark dating back to the 14th century. Renowned for its Gothic-Revival architecture, it stands as a significant Christian structure in Australia. Explore this iconic cathedral on your Australia tour for a glimpse into its rich history and religious significance.

Mother Church of the Catholic Archdiocese of Melbourne and one of the architectural glories of Melbourne’s St.Patrick’s is an integral part of Melbourne, and its history tells us much about the State’s birth and growth. Situated on the fringe of the city grid, close enough to the heart of Melbourne to be a powerful presence and breathe with a life of its own and it is one of the amazing places to visit in Melbourne.

The beauty of the Cathedral speaks of the glory of God. It's peace reaches to our innermost heart, and its welcome to those who pass by is a God who is ever compassionate to us, his people. We are delighted to share a precious part of our faith, culture, and heritage with you. The original front door of St Patrick's Cathedral was a double-arched doorway with a pillar dividing it. 

This was removed before 1868. Its replacement was considered too narrow for ceremonial processions, and it too was replaced by the present doorway in 1939. Melbourne’s St Patrick’s Cathedral, which stands majestically on Eastern Hill, has long established itself as a church edifice of superb grandeur and arguably one of the truly significant cathedrals of the world.

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Highlights

• Go for a sightseeing tour to the historical monument of Australia, named St. Patrick’s Cathedral, which is easily recognizable in Melbourne’s skyline.
• Adore the finest instance of Gothic-Revival architecture in the St. Patrick’s Cathedral that was constructed in the 14th century
• Witness the organ that boasts 4500 pipes in the largest Christain structure in Australia.
• Enjoy the aerial views of the spire of the St. Patrick’s Cathedral while riding a hot air balloon during sunrise.
• Dive deeper into the religious history of the Cathedral in Melbourne and learn about the interesting facts of the place.
• Seek blessings from Jesus Christ in the church and reflect on the busy schedule of today’s life.
• Relish the melodious sounds and exceptional acoustics of the sacred music in the cathedral that is played with highly prestigious musicians and choral groups.