Historic sites in Australia

This collection spans Australia's architectural and civic history, from the UNESCO-listed Sydney Opera House to the 19th-century colonial designs of Melbourne and Perth Town Halls. It features Victorian-era landmarks like the Queen Victoria Building and Flinders Street Station, alongside solemn sites like the Shrine of Remembrance. The list includes the 1821 St Mary’s Cathedral, the Victorian Gothic Government House, and the State Library of Victoria. Scientific and industrial heritage is represented by Brisbane’s Old Windmill and the Sydney Observatory, showcasing the nation's development through the centuries.

Historic Sites — Map

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A

Sydney Opera House

Multi-venue performing arts centre renowned for its distinctive expressionist architecture and cultural significance as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Josh Parris / Public domain

B

Melbourne Town Hall

Apart from being a building of great historical value and beauty, the town hall also holds notable theatre plays and exhibitions.

Public domain

C

Parliament House

This majestic building has been serving as a seat of Victoria parliament since 1855.

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D

Flinders Street Railway Station

While this train station is not necessarily an attraction, it is a very important place for both tourists and locals.

Adam Carr / Public domain

E

Shrine of Remembrance

This solemn structure is a memorial to all Australian men and women who fell to death during the wars.

Diliff / CC BY 2.5

F

State Library of Victoria

This library is a cultural icon of the city built in the 19th century in a showy style.

Greg O'Beirne / CC BY 2.5

G

Sydney Observatory

The Sydney Observatory is a heritage-listed meteorological station, astronomical observatory, function venue, science museum, and education…

JJ Harrison / CC BY-SA 3.0

H

Perth Town Hall

This charming colonial building, built in the 19th century, was completely restored in 2005 and now shines as if newly built.

Figaro / Public domain

I

The Old Windmill

The Old Windmill is a heritage-listed tower mill in Observatory Park adjacent to Wickham Park at 226 Wickham Terrace, Spring Hill, City of…

Poco a poco / CC BY-SA 3.0

J

Government House

Historic government building featuring Victorian Gothic architecture and extensive gardens. It serves as the official residence and workplace of the Governor of New South Wales.

Sardaka / CC BY 3.0

K

Queen Victoria Building

Historic five-level shopping centre opened in 1898, featuring neo-romanesque architecture and a distinctive dome. The building combines retail, dining, and architectural heritage within a restored Victorian-era landmark.

Poco a poco / CC BY-SA 3.0

L

St Mary's Cathedral

Founded in 1821, this majestic cathedral and its ornate decor make for a wondrous sight.

Nachoman-au / CC-BY-SA-3.0

M

Duyfken Point

Duyfken, also in the form Duifje or spelled Duifken or Duijfken, was a small ship built in the Dutch Republic.

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