[2025 Perth Attraction] Travel Guide for St George's Cathedral (Updated Jul)

First Stop: Morning Stroll in Perth City | A Perfect Start from Urban to Nature Start your day in Perth City with a peaceful morning walk, soaking in the tranquility and greenery of the city. It's the perfect time to take it slow and capture beautiful moments. Second Stop: A Paradise for Dessert Lovers | Corica Pastries' Apple Strudel When it comes to Perth's most famous apple strudel, Corica Pastries is the undisputed champion! This Italian family-run bakery, discreetly located on Fitzgerald Street in Perth's city center, is renowned for its flaky apple strudel. Why should you try Corica's Apple Strudel? * Handmade layers of puff pastry, light and crispy * Sweet yet balanced filling with generous apple slices, cream, and a hint of cinnamon * Delicious even when chilled, making it a local favorite for gatherings or gifts! Tip: Pre-order is recommended, especially during holidays when it sells out quickly. Third Stop: Wave Rock | A 2.7 Billion-Year-Old Geological Marvel Drive approximately 4 hours to Hyden to visit Wave Rock. This massive rock formation, standing 15 meters high and stretching 110 meters long, resembles a frozen wave, like a masterpiece sculpted by nature. Photography Tips: * Low-angle shots: Capture the entire "wave" with yourself in the frame for a more dramatic effect * Sunset backlighting: Create stunning silhouettes against the orange-red rock * Explore nearby attractions: Hippo’s Yawn Travel Suggestions and Reminders: * Transportation: Self-driving is the most convenient option, or join a one-day tour departing from Perth * Recommended departure time: Start at around 7:00 AM from Perth and return by approximately 8:00 PM * Limited shops near Wave Rock: Consider stopping at York or Corrigin for supplies * Essentials: Bring sunscreen, a sun hat, water, a camera, and a portable charger

Getting There - A few minutes walk from wellington st and elizabeth quay Attractions - The Cathedral is built in English Victorian Gothic Revival style. It is built of bricks made from clay from what is now called Queen’s Gardens and stone trimmings (quarried at Rottnest Island). The Architect had planned New Zealand Kauri (Huon Pine) for the hammer beam ceiling, but he was persuaded to use local Jarrah instead. Before the timber could be used it lay in the Swan River for two years to soften enough to be bent and carved into the required shapes. The inserts in the ceiling are of Oregon pine, and the ornamental inserts in the beams are of red deal. The “Blue Stone” columns supporting the Clerestory were worked and shipped from Victoria at the suggestion of the late Architect’s son. The Cathedral was opened and consecrated by Bishop Parry, the second Bishop of Perth, on 15 November 1888.-wikipedia history information Hotels, Food & Restaurants, Shopping surrounds this church. #handmadebricks #gothic #churchesofperth #perth #westernaustralia

Day 1-Perth CBD Perth Station, Yagan Square, Digital Tower, Art Gallery of WA, Perth Cultural Centre, (urban orchard, PICA Perth institute of contemporary arts), State Library of WA, (WA Museum), Big Cactus, Forest Place, Murray Street Mall, Trinity Arcade, Hay Street Mall, London Court, Woolworths, Coles Day 2-Wildlife Caversham Wildlife Park, Whiteman Park Day 3-Fremantle Queen Street, Visitor’s Centre, High Street Mall , Paddy Troy Mall, Fremantle Markets, Fremantle Prison, Esplanade Park, Tourist Wheel, WA Shipwreck’s Museum, Bather’s Beach, Cicerello’s, Roundhouse, (whalers tunnel), Victoria Quay, E-shed Markets Day 4-Perth surroundings Mangarup bridge, Perth Mint, St Mary’s Cathedral, Old Perth Fire Station, St George’s Cathedral, Cathedral Square, State buildings, Perth Town Hall, Stirling Gardens, (memory markers), Old Courthouse Law Museum, Bell Tower, Barrack Street Jetty, Elizabeth Quay and bridge, King’s Park, Lotterywest Federation Walkway, Rio Tinto Naturescape #travellerswonderland

#0yentravel "An English-style cathedral in the center of Perth. It features a red brick exterior and beautiful stained glass. In this quiet and solemn place, you can spend time experiencing history and art. ▶ Free admission, please observe quietly during the service ▶ The contrast with the gardens and modern buildings in the surrounding area is attractive"

As you stroll around the corner of William Street in Perth, the Gothic spire of St. George's Cathedral pierces the blue sky, its sandstone facade weathered to a warm, honey-gold hue. Completed in 1870, this cathedral is one of Western Australia's oldest colonial-era buildings, each brick and stone steeped in Victorian elegance. Run your fingers over the intricately carved arches and columns, and you can almost hear the rustle of Richard Jewell's design manuscripts in the wind. Step into the main hall, and the moment you look up, you'll be amazed! The 20-meter-high dome draws the soul skyward, as stained-glass windows transform sunlight into streams of amber that flow across the pews. Scenes of St. George's bravery in slaying the dragon, the medals of World War I veterans, and even silhouettes of Western Australian pioneers all shimmer in the light. In the choir stalls, added in 1880, the golden pipes of the organ still gleam, and the bell tower echoes with the deep tones of the old ship's bell. Here's a secret: the side chapel houses the Kitchener Chapel, built in 1916 in memory of Lord Kitchener, where the flames on the bronze candlesticks have never been extinguished. As light filters through the stained-glass windows of the saints, it casts moving, jewel-toned patterns on the floor. The interplay of shadows and light between the columns of the side aisles creates natural frames for photographs. Don't forget to look up at the rose window in the southeast tower. When the last rays of the setting sun gild the stone angels, you'll understand the meaning of "frozen hymns."

Completed in 1888, this was where many of Perth’s prominent people worshipped on Sundays. The current building is set in 3.2 hectares of beautiful gardens, lawns and trees. The Government House site has been in continuous occupation as the principal vice-regal residence in WA since the city was founded in 1829. The current building is a big improvement on the canvas tents occupied by Governor Stirling and his family for the first four years of settlement, from 1829 until 1832.

#australiatrip St. George's Anglican Cathedral in Perth is a city landmark for its Gothic architecture that consists of soaring spires and elaborate stonework. It's home to the Anglican Archbishop of Perth which holds significant religious and cultural importance. The cathedral has a serene interior, adorned with beautiful stained glass windows and intricate woodwork. There are regular mass services and events whereby visitors can participate in and admire the cathedral's timeless beauty.

#AustraliaMust-visit check-in spots St George’s Anglican Cathedral is the main cathedral of the Anglican Province of Western Australia and the Diocese of Perth. Built by convicts, the cathedral is one of only a few cathedrals built entirely of handmade bricks. It was consecrated in 1888 and has stood as an iconic architectural gem in the heart of Cathedral Square for over 120 years. Designed in the Gothic Revival tradition, the cathedral was built using unique Western Australian materials, including Jarrah roof trusses and arches, limestone from Fremantle, and bricks produced by three different brickyards in Swan River.