St Patrick's Cathedral

St Patrick's Cathedral is the Roman Catholic cathedral church of the Archdiocese of Melbourne, located on Eastern Hill in East Melbourne, Victoria. Built in Gothic Revival style to the design of William Wardell between 1858 and 1939, it is the tallest and largest church building in Australia. Constructed largely of bluestone, it features twin spires, stained-glass windows, and ornate interior detailing, and serves as a major place of worship, heritage landmark, and visitor attraction near Fitzroy Gardens.

Visitors can expect a large Gothic Revival bluestone cathedral set on Eastern Hill overlooking the city, with twin spires, pointed arches, stained-glass windows, marble altars, mosaic flooring and timber vaulted ceilings. The interior includes the nave, side chapels, sanctuary and crypt areas open to visitors outside service times. The surrounding precinct includes landscaped grounds, forecourt and views toward Fitzroy Gardens and Parliament precinct. Visitors can explore at their own pace, attend Mass, take photographs of the architecture, and join guided tours when available.