St Francis Church, Melbourne

Name: St Francis Church
Address: 326 Lonsdale St, Melbourne, 3000, Australia
Telephone: +61 3 9663 2495

#303 among attractions in Melbourne

Church, Sacred and religious sites, Architecture

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Facts and practical information

St Francis' Church on the corner of Lonsdale Street and Elizabeth Street, is the oldest Catholic church in Victoria, Australia. The main body of the church is one of very few buildings in central Melbourne which was built before the Victorian gold rush of 1851. ()

Alternative names: Completed: 1845 (179 years ago)Coordinates: 37°48'41"S, 144°57'47"E

Address

326 Lonsdale StCity of Melbourne (Melbourne CBD)Melbourne 3000 Australia

Contact

+61 3 9663 2495

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Day trips

St Francis Church – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Bourke Street Mall, Melbourne Central, Emporium Melbourne, Royal Arcade.

~890 ftS
Shopping, Shopping district, Shopping centre
Bourke Street Mall, Melbourne
5 min walk • Bourke Street Mall is the vibrant heart of Melbourne's bustling shopping district, a pedestrian-only thoroughfare that pulses with the energy of commerce and culture. This iconic strip, situated between Elizabeth Street and Swanston Street, is a prime destination for...
~400 ftN
Shopping, Shopping centre, Neighbourhood
Melbourne Central, Melbourne
2 min walk • Melbourne Central is a vibrant and expansive shopping centre nestled in the heart of Melbourne, Australia. This architectural marvel is not just a shopping destination but a cultural hub that reflects the city's dynamic spirit.
~440 ftSE
Shopping, Shopping centre
Emporium Melbourne, Melbourne
3 min walk • Emporium Melbourne is a contemporary beacon of style and sophistication in the heart of Australia’s fashion capital, Melbourne. Nestled amidst the bustling cityscape on Lonsdale Street, this premier shopping centre is a mecca for fashionistas, food connoisseurs,...
~1200 ftS
Shopping, Shopping centre
Royal Arcade, Melbourne
6 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Melbourne, the Royal Arcade is a historic shopping centre that exudes Victorian charm. Established in 1870, this architectural gem serves as a grand testament to Melbourne's rich cultural heritage.
~990 ftNE
Shopping, Shopping centre, Edwardian architecture
Queen Victoria Village, Melbourne
5 min walk • Queen Victoria Village, more commonly known as QV Melbourne, is a prominent shopping and lifestyle precinct nestled in the heart of Melbourne, Australia. This urban village is a blend of retail, dining, and leisure, offering a diverse experience to locals and tourists...
~1170 ftN
Universities and schools, Shopping, Bookshop
RMIT Melbourne City campus, Melbourne
6 min walk • The Melbourne City campus of the Royal Melbourne Institute of Technology is located in the city centre of Melbourne in Victoria, Australia. It is sometimes referred to as "RMIT City" and the "RMIT Quarter" of the city in the media.
~510 ftN
Cultural hub in 19th-century buildings
State Library of Victoria, Melbourne
3 min walk • The State Library Victoria is the main library of the Australian state of Victoria. Located in Melbourne, it was established in 1854 as the Melbourne Public Library, making it Australia's oldest public library and one of the first free libraries in the world.
~890 ftNW
Postmodern architecture
Argus Centre, Melbourne
5 min walk • The Argus Centre is a postmodernist highrise office building situated on the corner of La Trobe Street and Elizabeth Street, Melbourne. It was designed by architect Nonda Katsalidis whilst he was a director of AXIA Pty Ltd for client Ryssal Three.
~360 ftN
Tower
Coop's Shot Tower, Melbourne
2 min walk • Coop's Shot Tower is a shot tower located in the heart of the Melbourne CBD, Australia. It was completed in 1889 and is 50 metres high.
~700 ftN
Skyscraper
Aurora Melbourne Central, Melbourne
4 min walk • Aurora Melbourne Central is a 270.5-metre high residential skyscraper in Melbourne, Australia. It is Melbourne's third-tallest building and the fifth tallest building in Australia.
~910 ftS
Neighbourhood
Melbourne central business district, Melbourne
5 min walk • The Melbourne central business district is the city centre and main urban area of the city of Melbourne, Victoria, Australia, centred on the Hoddle Grid, the oldest part of the city laid out in 1837, and includes its fringes.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is St Francis Church open?

St Francis Church is open:

Monday 7 am - 6:30 pm
Tuesday 7 am - 6:30 pm
Wednesday 7 am - 6:30 pm
Thursday 7 am - 6:30 pm
Friday 7 am - 6:30 pm
Saturday 7 am - 6:30 pm
Sunday 7 am - 6:30 pm

Which popular attractions are close to St Francis Church?

Nearby attractions include Little Lonsdale Street, Melbourne (2 min walk), Mitchell House, Melbourne (2 min walk), Coop's Shot Tower, Melbourne (2 min walk), Melbourne Central, Melbourne (2 min walk).

How to get to St Francis Church by public transport?

The nearest stations to St Francis Church:

Bus

Melbourne Central/Lonsdale Street • Lines: 200, 207, 250, 251, 303, 350 (3 min walk)
Elizabeth Street/Lonsdale Street • Lines: 200, 207, 250, 251, 303, 350 (3 min walk)

Tram

Stop 5: Melbourne Central Station • Lines: 19, 57, 59, 59d (3 min walk)
Stop 8: Melbourne Central Station • Lines: 1, 16, 16d, 3, 3a, 5, 6, 64, 64d, 67, 67d, 6d, 72 (3 min walk)

Train

Melbourne Central (3 min walk)
Flagstaff (10 min walk)

Ferry

Port Phillip Ferries (28 min walk)