SUPREME COURT OF NEW SOUTH WALES
On 17 May 2024, we will celebrate the bicentenary of its founding under the Third Charter of Justice and its ensuing successes over two centuries.
The Supreme Court of New South Wales is a living institution, and a vital organ in our functioning democracy. It also has a rich history which itself provides a unique lens into the history of the colony and, subsequently, the State, of New South Wales.
We invite you to discover 200 years of the Supreme Court starting at the contemporary Banco Court and ending in the heritage King Street Courts. Learn about famous criminal trials, colonial law, and historic traditions rooted in the Supreme Court.
The Supreme Court of New South Wales welcomes private groups for a tour behind the scenes of the historic court complex. This tour is open to tours of 10-25 people that fit into; educational groups, community groups, historic associations and legal studies excursions.
Tours are subject to availability and require approval by the Supreme Court.
THE DETAILS
DATE: Tuesdays or Thursdays
TIMING: 9:00 am
DURATION: approx. 1.5 hours
WHERE:
- Start on Level 13, Law Courts Building, 184 Philip Street, Sydney 2000
- Finishes in King Street Court Complex
Feel free to arrive ahead of the tour to wonder through the newly opened Gallery on Level 13. Please arrive at least 5-10 minutes ahead of the tour to ensure we can check you in for a prompt start.
Note: all entering the Law Courts Building will have to pass through airport like security scanners and no glass bottles or food can enter the Court.
FAQ’s
Feel free to arrive ahead of the tour to wonder through the newly opened Gallery on Level 13. Please arrive at least 5-10 minutes ahead of the tour to ensure we can check you in for a prompt start.
Note: all entering the Law Courts Building will have to pass through airport like security scanners and no glass bottles or food can enter the Court.
The guide will meet the group on Level 13 of the Law Courts Building, 184 Philip Street, Sydney 2000.
Feel free to arrive ahead of the tour to wonder through the newly opened Gallery on Level 13.
Please arrive at least 5-10 minutes ahead of the tour to ensure we can check you in for a prompt start.
Note: all entering the Law Courts Building will have to pass through airport like security scanners and no glass bottles or food can enter the Court.
Yes – as members of the public you can watch a trial or hearing either at King Street or Law Courts (unless there is a sign on the door saying closed court).
The Court List is posted daily at 3:30pm. Visit the Online Registry ahead of your visit to see which cases are listed for the day.
For more information please visit https://supremecourt.nsw.gov.au/about-us/visits.html
IN PARTNERSHIP
![Lieutenant Governor of New South Wales Sir William Portus Cullen and Lady Eliza Jane Cullen holding a bouquet of flowers, New South Wales, ca. 1930 [picture]. [nla.pic-vn6266883]](https://journeywalks.com/wp/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/Sir-William-and-Lady-Cullen-500x500.jpg "Lieutenant Governor of New South Wales Sir William Portus Cullen")
![Percy Coleman outside the Supreme Court wearing a wig and gown, New South Wales, 10 March 1933 [picture]. [nla.pic-vn6266068]](https://journeywalks.com/wp/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/Percy-Coleman-outside-the-Supreme-Court-wearing-a-wig-and-gown-NSW-500x500.jpg "Percy Coleman outside the Supreme Court wearing a wig and gown,")
