Whitlam Square, Sydney

Name: Whitlam Square
Address: Sydney, Australia

#705 among attractions in Sydney

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Whitlam Square, a road junction located in Sydney, New South Wales, Australia, constitutes an important intersection of major streets in the south-eastern portion of the city's central business district. The square is named in honour of Gough Whitlam, the Prime Minister of Australia from 1972-75. ()

Coordinates: 33°52'36"S, 151°12'44"E

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Central Business District (Hyde Park)Sydney Australia

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Whitlam Square – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Hyde Park, Australian Museum, Castlereagh Street, St Mary's Cathedral.

~1810 ftN
Australia's oldest public parkland
Hyde Park, Sydney
9 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Sydney, Hyde Park stands as a verdant oasis amidst the urban landscape, offering a tranquil retreat for city dwellers and tourists alike. As the oldest public parkland in Australia, it spans across 16 hectares and boasts a rich history dating...
~910 ftN
Museum, Natural history museum
Australian Museum, Sydney
5 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Sydney, the Australian Museum stands as a distinguished beacon of culture and history. Established in 1827, it boasts the title of the oldest museum in Australia, serving as a custodian of the nation's rich and diverse heritage.
~1790 ftSW
Street, Shopping, Shopping district
Castlereagh Street, Sydney
9 min walk • Nestled amidst the bustling heart of Sydney, Australia, Castlereagh Street is a vibrant shopping district that beckons to both high-end fashion aficionados and casual shoppers alike. This iconic thoroughfare is synonymous with luxury, hosting a plethora of prestigious...
0.4 miN
Grand Gothic-style church begun in 1821
St Mary's Cathedral, Sydney
10 min walk • St Mary's Cathedral stands as a beacon of faith and history in the heart of Sydney, Australia. This grand church, officially known as the Cathedral Church and Minor Basilica of the Immaculate Mother of God, Help of Christians, serves as the seat of the Archbishop of...
~940 ftN
Sport venue, Sport, Sport complex
Cook and Phillip Park Aquatic and Fitness Centre, Sydney
5 min walk • Tucked within the heart of Sydney, the Cook and Phillip Park Aquatic and Fitness Centre stands as a testament to the city's commitment to healthy living and community engagement. Known for its state-of-the-art facilities, this sport venue offers locals and visitors...
~520 ftNW
Iconic national tribute to the military
ANZAC Memorial, Sydney
3 min walk • The ANZAC Memorial, situated in the heart of Sydney, Australia, stands as a solemn tribute to the Australian and New Zealand Army Corps (ANZAC) who served in World War I. This revered site is a poignant reminder of the sacrifices made by the servicemen and women during...
~1560 ftW
Shopping, Shopping centre
World Square, Sydney
8 min walk • World Square is a large shopping centre and urban development in the Sydney Central Business District. It fills an entire Sydney city block, bounded by George, Liverpool, Pitt and Goulburn Streets, on what was a small hill called Brickfield Hill.
0.4 miNW
Shopping, Shopping centre
The Galeries, Sydney
10 min walk • The Galeries is a shopping centre in Sydney, New South Wales, Australia. It was formerly known as The Galeries Victoria until renamed in early 2013.
~1660 ftNW
Synagogue, Architecture, Sacred and religious sites
Great Synagogue, Sydney
8 min walk • The Great Synagogue is an Orthodox Jewish congregation located in a large heritage-listed synagogue at 187a Elizabeth Street in the Sydney central business district, in the City of Sydney local government area of New South Wales, Australia.
~120 ftNW
Memorial
Emden Gun, Sydney
1 min walk • HMAS Sydney I - SMS Emden Memorial is a heritage-listed former foreign naval ship gun and now war memorial and war trophy located in Hyde Park, on the corner of Liverpool and College Streets in the Sydney central business district, in the City of Sydney local government area of New South Wales, Australia.
~1000 ftNW
Obelisk
Hyde Park Obelisk, Sydney
5 min walk • The Hyde Park Obelisk is a heritage-listed obelisk that served as a sewer vent and is now a monument located in Hyde Park at the intersection of Elizabeth Street and Bathurst Street, in the Sydney central business district, in the City of Sydney local government area of New South Wales, Australia.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Whitlam Square?

Nearby attractions include Emden Gun, Sydney (1 min walk), ANZAC Memorial, Sydney (3 min walk), Australian Hall, Sydney (4 min walk), Australian Museum, Sydney (5 min walk).

How to get to Whitlam Square by public transport?

The nearest stations to Whitlam Square:

Train

Museum (4 min walk)
Town Hall (10 min walk)

Bus

Museum Station, Downing Centre, Stand E • Lines: 302, 303, 431 (5 min walk)
Museum Station, Castlereagh St, Stand F • Lines: 431 (5 min walk)

Light rail

Town Hall • Lines: L2, L3 (10 min walk)
Chinatown • Lines: L2, L3 (11 min walk)

Ferry

Pyrmont Bay Wharf • Lines: F4, Ferry (25 min walk)
Darling Harbour Wharf 1 (26 min walk)