St. James Theatre, Auckland

Name: St. James Theatre
Address: Auckland, New Zealand

#142 among attractions in Auckland

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The St James Theatre is a heritage stage theatre and cinema located near Queen Street in Auckland, New Zealand. Built in 1928, it was a replacement for the older Fuller's Opera House and was originally designed for vaudeville acts. Its architect Henry Eli White also designed many other famous theatres in Australia and New Zealand including the St James Theatre in Wellington and the State Theatre in Sydney. ()

Opened: 1928 (96 years ago)Coordinates: 36°51'5"S, 174°45'50"E

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Central Auckland (Auckland Central Business District)Auckland New Zealand

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St. James Theatre – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Sky Tower, Albert Park, St Paul's Church, Auckland Art Gallery.

~1180 ftNW
Panoramic city views and bungee jumping
Sky Tower, Auckland
6 min walk • The Sky Tower is an iconic landmark soaring above the skyline of Auckland, New Zealand. As the tallest freestanding structure in the Southern Hemisphere, it stands at an impressive height of 328 meters. Since its completion in 1997, the Sky Tower has not only become an...
~1190 ftE
Park
Albert Park, Auckland
6 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Auckland, New Zealand, Albert Park offers a serene escape amidst the hustle and bustle of city life. This historic park, with its well-manicured lawns and diverse range of flora, provides a tranquil haven for both locals and tourists alike.
~1620 ftSE
Church
St Paul's Church, Auckland
8 min walk • St Paul's Church stands as a beacon of faith and community in the heart of Auckland, New Zealand. This historic church, with its distinctive architecture and spiritual ambiance, has been serving the city's Anglican congregation for over a century.
~580 ftE
Art from 11th century to present day
Auckland Art Gallery, Auckland
3 min walk • Auckland Art Gallery Toi o Tāmaki stands as a cultural beacon in the heart of Auckland, New Zealand, showcasing the rich tapestry of New Zealand's art heritage alongside significant international works. As the country's largest and most inspiring visual arts...
~720 ftNW
Hotel casino, Gambling, Nightlife
Skycity Auckland, Auckland
4 min walk • Skycity Auckland stands as a beacon of entertainment in the heart of New Zealand's largest city. This iconic complex, which combines a premier hotel with a vibrant casino, has become a landmark in the local landscape. With its strategic location in the central business...
~1460 ftNE
Park
Freyberg Place, Auckland
8 min walk • Freyberg Place is a public square situated in the heart of Auckland, New Zealand, offering a serene urban oasis amidst the bustling cityscape. Named after Lord Bernard Freyberg, a distinguished World War II commander and one-time Governor-General of New Zealand, the...
~70 ftN
Theater, Concerts and shows, Performing arts
Civic Theatre, Auckland
1 min walk • The Civic Theatre is a large heritage combination performing-arts theatre, live-music venue, and cinema seating 2,378 people in Auckland, New Zealand.
~690 ftSW
Neo-Baroque, multi-functional hall
Auckland Town Hall, Auckland
4 min walk • Auckland Town Hall is a Edwardian building on Queen Street in the Auckland CBD, New Zealand, known both for its original and ongoing use for administrative functions, as well as its famed Great Hall and separate Concert Chamber.
~1810 ftN
Elaborate Catholic church with mass
St Patrick's Cathedral, Auckland
9 min walk • The Cathedral of St Patrick and St Joseph is a Catholic church in Auckland CBD, situated on the corner of Federal Street and Wyndham St. It is the mother church of the Roman Catholic Diocese of Auckland and the cathedral of the Bishop of Auckland.
~430 ftE
Library
Auckland Libraries, Auckland
3 min walk • Auckland Libraries is the public library system for the Auckland Region of New Zealand. It was created when the seven separate councils in the Auckland region merged in 2010.
~1770 ftSW
Park, Playground
Myers Park, Auckland
9 min walk • Myers Park is a narrow park in central Auckland, New Zealand, running parallel to the upper part of Queen Street. It is characterised by steep, grassed slopes and canopied with a mixture of large exotic and native trees, including an alley of large palm trees.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to St. James Theatre?

Nearby attractions include Civic Theatre, Auckland (1 min walk), Auckland Libraries, Auckland (3 min walk), Aotea Square, Auckland (3 min walk), Auckland Live, Auckland (3 min walk).

How to get to St. James Theatre by public transport?

The nearest stations to St. James Theatre:

Bus

Wellesley B • Lines: 295 (1 min walk)
Wellesley C • Lines: 25B, 25L, Out (2 min walk)

Train

Britomart (14 min walk)
Parnell (21 min walk)

Ferry

Downtown Pier 1 (16 min walk)
Downtown Pier 14 (17 min walk)

Tram

Gaunt Street • Lines: Wynyard Loop (16 min walk)
Daldy Street • Lines: Wynyard Loop (19 min walk)