The Cathedral of Saint Paul is a beautiful, peaceful respite from the hustle and bustle of nearby downtown St. Paul, with beautiful architecture and a long history of serving parishioners and visitors alike. Looking for a place to get away, meditate, and collect your thoughts? Here it is.
Parking and public transit to the Cathedral of St. Paul
Some parking is available across the street from the Cathedral, on Selby Avenue. To reach the Cathedral via public transportation: From St. Paul: Take the 21 bus to the Selby Ave/Summit Ave stop. From Minneapolis: Take the Green Line eastbound toward St. Paul/Union Depot to the Western Ave Station and Platform, then take the 16 eastbound toward Univ Ave/ DT St. Paul to John Ireland Blvd/Kellogg Blvd, walk 0.2 miles to Cathedral.
When to go to the Cathedral of St. Paul
Doors are open to the public Sunday-Friday from 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., and Saturdays 7:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Guided tours are available every Monday-Friday at 1:00 p.m., except on holy days and civil holidays. Masses are held Monday - Friday, at 7:30 a.m. and 5:15 p.m., and several times on Sundays.
Admission to the Cathedral of St. Paul
Admission is free and open to all.
Must see at the Cathedral of St. Paul
Take a guided tour, attend a mass, visit the Cathedral Museum, observe the architecture, or simply sit quietly and collect your thoughts in this beautiful, peaceful place.
Other places to visit nearby the Cathedral of St. Paul
Stop by Mickey's Dining Car (36 W. 7th Street) for a burger and fries, visit the Minnesota Children's Museum (10 W. 7th Street), or walk half a mile down the road to see the Minnesota State Capitol at 75 Rev Dr Martin Luther King Jr Blvd.
Insider tip for visitors to the Cathedral of St. Paul
If you take the guided tour, gather in the front pews of the Cathedral just before 1:00p.m. so they'll be sure to find you.
Crystal G. Schneider is a home cook and freelance writer from St. Paul, Minnesota. Check out her blog at www.lifetoeatwith.wordpress.com.
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