Towering over Jackson Square the St Louis Cathedral is the most visually stunning landmark of the famous destination. The area outside the Cathedral is crawling with street performers and artists. Which adds to the experience. Inside the church is equally beautiful. There are high ornate ceilings, detailed sculptures and some of the most beautiful stained glass windows I've ever seen. There is also a giant organ featured up on the balcony. Also it should be mentioned there is very well air conditioned which is a great escape in the summer months. It's a stunning place to visit. read more

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St. Louis Cathedral Convent is a beautiful church that is essentially the centerpiece of Jackson Square in the French Quarter. The original church was built on the property in 1718. The second church burned down in 1788 and was largely rebuilt anew by the 1850's. St Louis Cathedral is also said to be haunted by several spirits, including Père Antoine. Père was a friar of the church who is also buried in the church. It is said the his apparition appears, holding a candle, during Christmas Midnight Mass on the left side of the alter. St Louis Cathedral is a beautiful house of worship with a lot of history behind it. If you have a chance to walk around and take it all in, I highly recommend it. Please, please show respect and reverence and conduct yourself in silence and hushed tones. 5 stars. read more

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Nice to visit the oldest cathedral in continuous use in the United States. All the paintings, statues and arts inside are just breathtaking. read more

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A place for worship! One of the oldest cathedral with over 240yrs of worship here! Very serene. There was a very obnoxious side show right in front of this cathedral when we visited. I was so surprised how quiet it was near the front of the alter. We walked around the cathedral. Got some prayers of Thanksgiving. And in the front there is access to holy water. Took some home with us. Also had the opportunity to light some candles for a few bucks. It's free to come inside. A very welcoming place..clean and just beautiful inside. Donated generously for keeping their doors open and allowing people to come in for free. I'm sure the cost to keep this cathedral up can cost a fortune. My favorite part of this cathedral is the Sea shell which is a great reminder of baptism and right next to it is a the baptismal areal. read more

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The oldest practicing cathedral, the architecture was beautiful. Digital donation options as you exit if you don't have cash. It was nice to see a Joan of Arc statue near the entrance/exit. If it's open definitely a must see and not just from the outside. read more

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In town for the week and was glad I was able to attend Mass at 9am on Sunday. This Cathedral is huge, beautiful and historical. Beautiful landscapes outside facing the Mississippi River. Enjoyed Mass here today, felt like one of the churches I grew up in New York (Blessed Sacrament). Definitely recommend stopping by even if it's not for Mass. I believe the church is over 200 years. read more

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When you get to New Orleans the St. Louis Cathedral is the focal point of that area. You can't miss it. It is free to go in but you need to be quiet and respectful. The exterior and interior of this Cathedral is absolutely stunning. Looks very classy and brings you back in time. This place is also great to take a kneel and pray or just take pictures and walk around as you enjoy the cathedral. Highly recommend read more

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Beautiful church. This is one of my favorite spots to visit when you are in New Orleans. I would recommend stopping and visiting. A lot of history and art. Safe travel. Prost read more

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A beautiful church. Definitely worth a visit. The stained glass and ambience in the chapel are beautiful and solemn.

Attended mass the second Sunday of Easter, Divine Mercy Sunday . Church is beautiful and in good condition. The bishop was there . A few odd things , small narthex area in this old church , the main entrance is through those doors . After you are seated and mass starts , they rope off the main section the priest walks down . That kinda scared me because there were folks still coming in after the mass started and people walking around behind you A security guard was present all through the mass . No public restrooms . Good luck if you try to find one on the street and get back in time . One cool thing after the 9am mass , we hit the streets and got a Bloody Mary . We had Hail Marys and Bloody Mary's that morning . There was an art festival going on right outside the doors in courtyard as mass was going on . I've never attended mass here before but it was packed . I'd recommend.. good homily too . read more

St Louis Cathedral Convent - Churches Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

We stepped inside the cathedral for a quick look. It is worth stopping by to see the interior, which is architecturally elaborate. They may offer formal tours here, but we did not have time to check on that. The building fronts on Jackson Square, so it is convenient to check out while you're at the squire. One welcome aspect - the temperature inside the cathedral is quite cool. On a hot summer day in NOLA, even a quick 5-minute break inside the cathedral can be a huge relief from the sun an humidity. Worth checking out! read more

The Cathedral-Basilica of Saint Louis, King of France, also called St. Louis Cathedral is the seat of the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of New Orleans and is THE OLDEST cathedral in continuous use in the United States. If you're near or in NOLA you MUST visit this gorgeous piece of history. The architect is stunning! The aura once inside this sacred place will blanket you with such a feeling of awe. The imagery, both visually and figuratively, inside the cathedral is breathtaking! Overall the entire place as a whole- outside and in will simply leave you speechless!! Every time we come to Louisiana, and walk the French Quarter, it is always on our list of places to visit. As a family, we have been visiting St. Louis Cathedral for almost 7 years. I have 5 children (15, 11, 10, 8, 8) and even each and everyone of them is just taken back by the sheer size and wow factors of every detail inside the building. Words could never accurately describe just how transfixing and breathtaking this sacred place is. Pictures could never capture the beauty and years of labor taken to build this historic landmark. It's peaks on the building make you look to the sky's and thank God- or whomever you believe in. You can't help but feel this sense of wonderment when you're here. I could say so much but none of my words can truly help you see or understand just how amazing this place is. If you're in NOLA, please take the time to visit St. Louis Cathedral. It's open to the public, to enter and wonder around and take in everything it has to offer. It's a spiritual place that will truly soothe your soul inside and out- even if you're not a religious person. Something about this place just gets into your heart and remains- even after you leave. P.S It is air conditioned, and strollers are welcome. read more

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Wasn't able to go in at the time but this is a very nice cathedral. The architecture is great and right in the middle of Jackson Square. There was plenty of entertainment going on around there but I really took in the amazement of the historical Cathedral. read more

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Beautiful Catholic church located in front of the famous Jackson Square statue. My husband and I came inside this church yesterday afternoon to escape the heat. The architect is not only beautiful on the outside, it is truly gorgeous on the inside too. The stain glass windows and the paintings on the ceiling are beautifully made. Love that the air conditioning was on high (although I was a little cold), but I am sure the bill is pretty high for this church. You do not have to be Catholic to come here to take photos (they even invite people to come here for mass on Sundays) and look around. Well worth a visit if you are in the French Quarter. read more

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So beautiful and serene. Lovely place that is genuinely nice to go to. Definitely recommend! read more

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What a beautiful church! I enjoy visiting old churches when I travel. This church is located in the heart of the French Quarter in Jackson Square. They do offer tours during the week, make sure to check the schedule. The tours didn't fit within my schedule but the church is still open and it is free to explore. Keep in mind the service schedules. I was able to wander and appreciate the architecture and marvel at the art and stunning Windows. There is a cute little chapel store that sells religious items and the women in the store is very friendly. Walk around nearby Jackson Square and admire the local artists as they sell their stunning work on the street. read more

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Located in the French Quarter, just off Jackson Square, it's really hard to miss this beautiful edifice as you walk around the Quarter. Architecturally, it's stunning, with its three soaring spires, and its whitewashed facade, reflecting the Spanish Colonial style. The current structure dates from 1850, and very little remains of the original 1718 structure. Two Popes have visited this cathedral, and St. Louis parish numbers about 6,000 of the faithful. The interior is stunning, with many world and religious flags flying. The stained glass windows are most representative of the best found in Catholic churches. Do not miss this gorgeous church while you visit New Orleans. read more

What a cool place to visit when touring the city of New Orleans! Catholic or not, you must take in the beauty of the oldest cathedral in America. Perhaps even leave a little a prayer within the holy walls. I did!! read more

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Attended mass on Saturday. Absolutely beautiful. A must see even if your not going to church. read more

St Louis Cathedral Convent - Beautiful Cathedral - Churches Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

Beautiful church that is an iconic venue for the Crescent City. It is a must do activity to visit this beautiful cathedral because of all the happenings in Jackson Square but don't sleep on visiting this church at night. Some of its best shots of this church can be seen at night. read more

It was located behind Jackson Square. I went to the inside.I looked like very old church. It was built in 1718.Be quiet, please.Here is not a sightseeing spot. Here is a church. read more

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We visited the Cathedral because of its history of the church. It is absolutely beautiful. The inside is just absolutely amazing. This is a definite recommendation no matter what you believe in you have to check this place out. read more

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We came to the cathedral and a staff member greeted us. He had lots of knowledge about the history of New Orleans and St. Louis Cathedral. The exterior and interior of the cathedral were simple and beautiful. They were free open to the public. read more

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I think I will flip out if I see one more person thinking the kneeler is a foot rest. But to the point, it's a nice looking cathedral, the oldest one in the country in fact. Pope John Paul II has been here. read more

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Absolutely beautiful. Chock full history. Very large and worth the $5 entry fee. Just check out the other reviews and everyone loves his place. A must see in New Orleans. read more

Visit to the cathedral is a must if you are in New Orleans. The cathedral is beautiful and is such a nice peaceful relief from the craziness of the city. It is right opposite Jackson square. The stained glass windows and paintings in the church are extraordinary works of art. Those interested can also purchase religious items from the church's gift shop. read more

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This is our country's oldest cathedral and it's beautifully restored and in perfect condition! If your into churches, architecture, art or history this is a must see. It's beautiful inside and outside and has a small gift store. You can walk in and tour it for free! read more

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Gorgeous historical church in Jackson square. I loved the architecture and history. The artist are entertaining and you can find beautiful art for purchase on the square. It is important to look for the hours the church is open before you head out if you want to visit inside. read more

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Wedding Photographers: My bride and groom took a session here and the images came out beautifully! The park in front, the streets surrounding the church, and of course the church itself made for extremely beautiful backdrops! It's crowded (sometimes) but when people notice there is a bride and groom they do their best to get out of the way (very sweet) On another note: everyone compliments the couple and yells congratulations. It's a great motivation and confidence booster during a session! If you are a bride, or looking for somewhere to take images, I would suggest here! It's beautiful!! Also, cafe du monde is directly across the street! Nothing beats a photo of a bride in her gown, grubbin on beignets! read more

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This was such a beautiful cathedral. My family and I went to New Orleans for a vacation and visited the cathedral. We took beautiful pictures and enjoyed walking through. read more

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Beautiful church full of amazing history and murals. A must see if you are visiting New Orleans.

The cathedral is a must-see on your tour of New Orleans. Beautiful, quiet place in the midst of all the hustle and bustle. The architecture is quite nice, making it well worth a look around. The square is so beautiful and since it's centrally located, you can't go wrong by walking here and then walking through the rest of the French Quarter. read more

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Came here to attend mass following my conference and on my last day in New Orleans. As a new Catholic, I still am amazed at the differences in the architecture and character of each church or cathedral I go to. The cathedral was easily summed up in one word...amazing. Between the artwork, the work up surrounding the tabernacle, and the pulpit from which the priest delivered the homily, I was taking it all in and thinking of what might a parishioner though several hundred years ago when they were sitting in the same spot. The mass went rather quickly - we were in, completed the Eucharist, and received the announcements in less than an hour. A very efficient service compared to the others I've been to that bleed over the hour mark. What entertained me more was when a local told me of how people would party it up on Fat Tuesday and then at midnight, the police would start to clear the streets and some folks who were Catholic would then head over to the cathedral to receive their ashes. If you're Catholic, swing by and participate in the mass there. Even if you're not, it's still worth a look when services aren't in session to see the historical artifact! read more

Good for a 10-15 minute free stop. Nice but not overly unique church. If you have not traveled you will be impressed. If you have traveled, you will appreciate the beauty of this church and be glad you spent 10 minutes here. You will also compare this to likely many other similar churches you have seen around US and elsewhere. read more

I was in awe of this historic cathedral! It had an almost gothic-style architecture & was so tranquil. I am from Los Angeles so it takes a lot for me to be impressed by building design and this was out of a movie for me. It doesn't cost anything to go inside and Cafe du Monde is just across it so it is a must see when visiting Nola. There are also these cheery Jazz performers right in front of it that pulled me in to dance with them out of 100+ people! read more

St Louis Cathedral Convent - Absolutely beautiful. - Churches Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

Reverence please! The church is open for quiet touring and prayer, with daily masses about noon. There are self guided pamphlets available with suggested dollar donation. The stained glass windows are beautiful, as are the murals and statues. Even if you're not religious, if you enjoy art it can take your breath away. They have two historical grave markers in the front so watch your step! read more

Breathtakingly lovely. Nothing to do. Stop in to gaze in amazement for a few minutes on your way to somewhere else.

Gorgeous and well maintained, this is a must see Cathedral. During CoVid the mass was 'virtual' so it was an audio recording. I was impressed with the level of reverence by the tourists. read more

The church is awesome to see, but all the happenings that take place in front of the church is also a treat. This area is treated like the town square because it basically is. read more

Beautiful place! Over crowded. You can attend the daily mass. There is a small gift shop by the entrance. Really tiny, but they have a lot of Catholic items. read more