Check out Victoria Tower! 🔥 Sydney's century-old castle shopping mall, step into a Miyazaki Hayao animation!

#November Good Places 2025 Victoria Building Photo 🔥 Sydney Centennial Castle Mall, walk into Hayao Miyazaki's animation! In addition to the Opera House and the University of Sydney, the Victoria Building (QVB) is a must-see when you come to Sydney! This century-old shopping mall with a history of more than 120 years, Roman Revival architectural style, dome stained glass, retro elevator, beautiful to breath, simply walked into the world of Miyazaki Hayao animation ~ Building Introduction | The 100-year-old Fort Mall The Victoria Building was built in 1893 and completed in 1898 to commemorate the 60th anniversary of Queen Victoria's accession to the throne. The architect is George McRae. After several restorations over the past hundred years, it still retains its original architectural style and has become a precious cultural heritage of Sydney Architectural Features | Hayao Miyazaki Animation Scene Restored! 1. Dome stained glass: QVB's most iconic element, 20 meters high, 15 meters in diameter, painted with Queen Victoria's life story and Australian historical scenes ~ sunlight through the stained glass, sprinkled in the mall, forming colorful light and shadow, super fantastic ~ 2. Vintage Elevator: There are 4 century-old elevators in the mall, built in 1898, one of the oldest elevators in Australia - wooden structure, iron art carved doors, gorgeous interior decoration, super age - free ride, limited to 4 people at a time, need to queue ~ 3. Roman Revival elements: the exterior walls are made of red brick and stone, with a large number of carvings, arches, colonnades, the main entrance has a huge arch, carved with Queen Victoria relief, super gorgeous 4. Garden Square: There is a garden square on the 4th floor, full of flowers and trees, with a small fountain, super leisurely, tired of strolling can sit down and rest ~ significance to locals For Sydneysiders, QVB is more than just a shopping mall, but also a symbol of Sydney’s history and culture Shopping guide + must-eat food Must-buy list 1. UGG: Flagship store has a full range of styles, classic snow boots AUD $ 150-250 (about HK $ 750-1250), comfortable material, strong warmth ~ 2. Local organic skincare: Aesop, Jurlique and other brands, Aesop skincare AUD$50-200 (about HK$250-1000), Jurlique rose series AUD$40-150 (about HK$200-750) ~ 3. Jewelry: Paspaley South Sea pearls, large particles, good luster, price AUD $ 500-5000 (about HK $ 2500-25,000), gift choice ~ 4. Souvenirs: Sydney Opera House model, Australian small animal doll, price AUD$10-50 (about HK$50-250) ~ Must-eat delicacies The Tea Room QVB restaurant, located on the 2nd floor, focuses on Australian specialties: 1. Lemon Meringue Pie: AUD$12.90 (about HK$65) 2. Black Forest Cake: AUD$13.90 (about HK$70), rich in chocolate flavor, with cherry sauce and cream 3. Latte: AUD$4.50 (about HK$23) Restaurant opening hours: Monday to Friday 8:00-18:00, Saturday 9:00-18:00, Sunday 10:00-17:00 ~ Address + How to get there • Exact address: Queen Victoria Building, 455 George St, Sydney NSW • Ride: 1. Subway + Walk: Take the “T2 Inner West & Leppington Line” or “T3 Bankstown Line” to “Central Station” and walk along George Street for 8 minutes for AUD$4.80 (approx. HK$24). 2. Bus: Take lines such as 333, 380, 389, and 555 to “Town Hall Station, George St” station, get off and walk for 3 minutes for AUD$4.50 (about HK$23). 3. Light Rail: Take the L1 Dulwich Hill Line to “Town Hall” station, get off and walk for 5 minutes, the fare is AUD$4.80 (about HK$24) ~ • Opening hours: Monday to Saturday 9:00-19:00, Sunday 10:00-18:00, free admission, with free Wi-Fi ~