St Paul's Cathedral, Melbourne Church

Address: 1‑35 Flinders Lane, Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia

Website: https://www.stpaulscathedral.org.au

Hours: Mon-Sat 9am-5pm, Sun 12pm-4pm (times vary for services)

St Paul’s Cathedral is the Anglican cathedral of the Diocese of Melbourne, located on Flinders Street in the central business district. It is the seat of the Anglican Archbishop of Melbourne.

Sited immediately opposite Federation Square and adjacent to Flinders Street Station, the cathedral’s red-brick Gothic Revival exterior is a familiar element of Melbourne’s cityscape. The interior includes a nave and choir, stained glass windows and a large pipe organ; the building also hosts regular worship services, concerts and civic events.

The present building dates from the late 19th century and was designed in the Gothic Revival manner; it has been modified and restored at various times since its construction and has long served as the diocese’s principal church.

The cathedral stands on Flinders Street at the north bank of the Yarra River in Melbourne’s CBD, within walking distance of major city landmarks and tram connections.

• Best views: The cathedral sits directly opposite Federation Square and Flinders Street Station, which provide clear frontal views and easy public-transport access.
• Visitor access: Opening hours and guided-tour availability vary with services and events, so check the cathedral website before visiting.

St Paul’s Cathedral sits on Flinders Lane near Federation Square and is a short walk from Flinders Street Station. Numerous tram routes run along Flinders Street and Swanston Street, with easy pedestrian access.

• Attend an Evensong or organ recital to hear the cathedral's space in use - services show its role beyond tourism.
• The cathedral sits on the edge of Melbourne's CBD; combine it with a walk through Federation Square and the Yarra River precinct.
• Check opening times for the bell tower (if available) for elevated views of the city skyline.