Martin Place Christmas Tree | Inside No. 1 Martin Place | Sydney Australia 4K walking Tour
In the short 4K walking tour of Sydney, Australia above, we start at the Martin Place Christmas Tree, we go around the tree and look at the Sydney cenotaph then at the outside of the old General Post Building before going in for a look around at No 1. Martin Place.
Martin Place is one of the iconic locations in Sydney’s central business district (CBD), serving as the civic and cultural heart of Sydney known for its rich history, architectural landmarks, and cultural significance.
Martin Place Christmas Tree
The Martin Place Christmas Tree is the tallest Christmas tree in New South Wales and has 800 branches decorated, 330 large baubles and 15,000 flowers representing 9 different kinds of Australian flowers. At the top of the tree is a 3.4-metre (11 foot) star. Every 15 minutes from 8pm until midnight there is a light show that also includes over 110,000 LED lights decorating the tree along with the star at the top that also changes colour.
Choirs singing Christmas Carols
Throughout December (usually until the 23rd) you can listen to choirs singing Christmas carols under the Martin Place Christmas Tree every night, from 6pm to 8pm. There is a different choir group singing each night.
More about Martin Place
Martin Place was originally a narrow laneway connecting Moore Street to the General Post Office (GPO). It was named after Sir James Martin, a former Premier of New South Wales. Over the years, it evolved from a simple street into a prestigious pedestrian mall.
Architectural and Cultural Landmarks
General Post Office (GPO): One of the most significant buildings at Martin Place is the General Post Office which stands in its grand Classical Renaissance style, symbolizing prosperity during Australia’s gold rush era. It was once Sydney’s tallest structure when its clock tower was completed in the 1870s.
Sydney Cenotaph: Located between the GPO and Challis House, the Sydney Cenotaph commemorates Australian forces from World War I and subsequent conflicts, making it a focal point for Anzac Day and other commemorative services.
Heritage Buildings: Martin Place is lined with notable heritage-listed structures like the former MLC Building with its Egyptian motifs, the Bank of Australasia Building, and Challis House, showcasing a range of architectural styles from neo-classical to contemporary.
