St James' Church, Sydney

Name: St James' Church
Address: 173 King St., Sydney, 2000, Australia
Telephone: +61 2 9232 3022

#96 among attractions in Sydney

Church, Georgian architecture, Historical place, Sacred and religious sites

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Facts and practical information

St James' Church, commonly known as St James', King Street, is an Australian heritage-listed Anglican parish church located at 173 King Street, in the Sydney central business district of the City of Sydney local government area of New South Wales. Consecrated in February 1824 and named in honour of St James the Great, it became a parish church in 1835. Designed in the style of a Georgian town church by the transported convict architect Francis Greenway during the governorship of Lachlan Macquarie, St James' is part of the historical precinct of Macquarie Street which includes other early colonial era buildings such as the World Heritage listed Hyde Park Barracks. ()

Alternative names: Coordinates: 33°52'10"S, 151°12'40"E

Address

173 King St.Central Business District (Martin Place)Sydney 2000 Australia

Contact

+61 2 9232 3022

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Day trips

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

Nearby attractions include: Westfield Sydney, Hyde Park, St Mary's Cathedral, Hyde Park Barracks.

~620 ftW
Shopping, Shopping centre
Westfield Sydney, Sydney
4 min walk • Westfield Sydney is a premier shopping destination nestled in the heart of Sydney, Australia. This upscale shopping centre is strategically located on Pitt Street Mall, one of the most bustling retail precincts in the country.
~880 ftS
Australia's oldest public parkland
Hyde Park, Sydney
5 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...
~870 ftSE
Grand Gothic-style church begun in 1821
St Mary's Cathedral, Sydney
5 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...
~550 ftE
Museum, Georgian architecture, Neoclassical architecture
Hyde Park Barracks, Sydney
3 min walk • Hyde Park Barracks is a landmark steeped in history, nestled in the heart of Sydney, Australia. This heritage-listed former barracks, prison, and law court complex is a testimony to the city's colonial past, having housed convicts, orphans, and destitute women...
~910 ftW
Shopping, Shopping centre
The Strand Arcade, Sydney
5 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Sydney, The Strand Arcade stands as a cherished emblem of the city's Victorian heritage and a premier shopping destination. Since its grand opening in 1892, this historic arcade has been a beacon of elegance and sophistication, offering an array...
~630 ftSE
Memorial, Fountain
Archibald Fountain, Sydney
4 min walk • The Archibald Fountain, properly called the J. F. Archibald Memorial Fountain is located in Hyde Park, in central Sydney. It is named after J. F. Archibald, owner and editor of The Bulletin magazine, who bequeathed funds to have it built.
~910 ftW
Shopping, Shopping centre
MidCity, Sydney
5 min walk • MidCity is a shopping centre in the Sydney Central Business District. It is located on Pitt Street Mall, adjacent to Westfield Sydney, The Strand Arcade and is diagonally opposite Glasshouse.
~620 ftW
Shopping, Shopping centre, Architecture
Glasshouse, Sydney
4 min walk • Glasshouse is an office and retail building in the Sydney central business district. It is located on the corner of King Street and Pitt Street Mall, adjacent to Westfield Sydney and is opposite MidCity, The Strand Arcade and Sydney Arcade.
~790 ftN
Church, Architecture, Sacred and religious sites
St Stephen's Uniting Church, Sydney
4 min walk • St Stephen's Uniting Church is a heritage-listed Uniting Church located at 197 Macquarie Street, in the Sydney central business district, in the City of Sydney local government area of New South Wales, Australia.
~370 ftNE
Museum, Specialty museum, Cafe
Sydney Mint, Sydney
2 min walk • The Sydney Mint in Sydney, New South Wales, Australia, is the oldest surviving public building in the Sydney central business district. Built between 1811 and 1816 as the southern wing of the Sydney Hospital, it was then known as the Rum Hospital.
~1330 ftSW
Theater, Historical place, Concerts and shows
State Theatre, Sydney
7 min walk • The State Theatre is a heritage-listed theatre, located at 47-51 Market Street, in the Sydney central business district in the City of Sydney local government area of New South Wales, Australia.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is St James' Church open?

St James' Church is open:

Monday 9 am - 5 pm
Tuesday 9 am - 5 pm
Wednesday 9 am - 5 pm
Thursday 9 am - 5 pm
Friday 9 am - 5 pm
Saturday closed
Sunday closed

Which popular attractions are close to St James' Church?

Nearby attractions include Children's Chapel, Sydney (1 min walk), Old Registry Wing, Sydney (1 min walk), Greenway Wing, Sydney (1 min walk), St James' Hall, Sydney (2 min walk).

How to get to St James' Church by public transport?

The nearest stations to St James' Church:

Bus

Stand E, Martin Place, Elizabeth Street • Lines: M52 (1 min walk)
Stand G, Martin Place, Castlereagh St • Lines: 431 (3 min walk)

Train

St James (3 min walk)
Martin Place (3 min walk)

Light rail

Qvb • Lines: L2, L3 (8 min walk)
Wynyard • Lines: L2, L3 (8 min walk)

Ferry

Circular Quay Wharf 2 • Lines: F2, F7 (16 min walk)
Circular Quay Wharf 3 • Lines: F1 (16 min walk)