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Sydney Town Hall

Renowned for its high Victorian interiors and rich decoration, Sydney Town Hall is the largest and most ornate late 19th century civic building in Australia. When completed in 1889, it was the colony’s most daring, technologically innovative and controversial building, and it dominated the Sydney skyline for almost a century.

Centennial Hall

Constructed with extravagant scale and style between 1886 and 1890, this landmark building is a remarkable example of Victorian architecture. It features a Tasmanian blackwood and tallowwood floor and the famous 9,000 pipe Grand Organ, which spans the entire width of the western wall. There are 21 stained glass windows adorned with Australian flora, a stunning ornate 20-metre-high ceiling and twelve marbled pillars in the corners of the hall.

The Grand Organ

Originally quoted as being ‘The finest organ ever built by an English organ builder, this recently restored centerpiece of Town Hall has been attracting visitors 1890.

Lower Town Hall

The recently restored Lower Town Hall is one of Sydney’s most accessible public venues with state-of- the art facilities right in the very heart of the city.

Red Carpet Extravaganza

A spectacular and versatile setting for grand banquets, balls, concerts, conferences and large scale events of every description

The Ornate Vestibule

Regarded as one of the most significant Victorian interiors in Australia. A stunning tribute to the artistic skills and craftsmanship of Sydney’s early colonial artisans.