World's Most Beautiful Passenger Stations of 2025 Chosen by Prix Versailles
The Prix Versailles announced the seven projects selected as the world’s most beautiful passenger stations for 2025. These stations represent the highest standards of commitment, technical skill, and aesthetic excellence in construction.
“The commitment and the technical and aesthetic prowess demanded by these structures are the highest possible tribute to the building community,” said Jérôme Gouadain, Secretary General of Prix Versailles. “Already a part of this century’s heritage, this infrastructure is revitalizing the role that we as a society attribute to mobility.”
In December, at UNESCO Headquarters, three stations from the list will receive a World Title in categories such as Prix Versailles Interior or Exterior. This announcement follows the recent publication of shortlists for emporiums, airports, restaurants, and hotels by Prix Versailles.
Gadigal Station by Foster + Partners and Cox Architecture
Located in Sydney, Australia, Gadigal Station is named after the Aboriginal Gadigal people, the original inhabitants of the land around this area. The station symbolizes the ambitions of Sydney as the home of Australia’s first metro system.
Sitting 25 meters below towering buildings, the station embodies cutting-edge modernity and innovative design, reflecting the city’s forward-looking spirit.
“Gadigal is the name of the Aboriginal people who were the original custodians of the land around this part of Sydney. Today, that ancient clan symbolises the ambitions of the city that is home to Australia’s first metro system.”
Designed by Foster + Partners in collaboration with Cox Architecture, Gadigal Station exemplifies advanced architectural and engineering achievement.
Author’s summary: The Prix Versailles highlighted seven exceptional passenger stations of 2025, with Gadigal Station exemplifying a blend of cultural heritage and futuristic design in Sydney’s first metro system.