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Church · Sucre, Chuquisaca
Metropolitan Cathedral of Sucre
Cathedral built from the 16th to the 18th century on Plaza 25 de Mayo, with the white tower and the museum that houses the Virgin of Guadalupe, the city’s patron, painted in 1601 and covered in jewels.
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About Metropolitan Cathedral of Sucre
The Catedral Metropolitana de Sucre occupies one side of Plaza 25 de Mayo and was built over more than 150 years, from the mid-16th to the early 18th century, which explains the mix of styles from Renaissance to Baroque. The white tower, with its clock and statues of saints, is one of the city’s symbols.
The interior has gilded wooden altars, colonial paintings and a carved choir of choir stalls. Beside the church is the chapel of the Virgin of Guadalupe, Sucre’s patron. The image, painted in 1601 by the friar Diego de Ocaña, is covered with gold, silver and gemstone jewelry offered by the faithful over the centuries.
The Museo Catedralicio, with its entrance next to the Cathedral, gathers colonial religious art—paintings, sculptures, goldsmith work and liturgical vestments—and allows visitors to see the chapel and parts of the temple with a guide.
The Cathedral remains active, with daily masses. The museum visit has specific hours and is guided; confirm before you go. In September, the festival of the Virgin of Guadalupe brings processions and dances through the city.
Before you go
Practical information
Cidade Turismo reviews its information regularly, but something may have changed. Check with the place before planning your trip.
How much time to set aside
About 1 hour for the Cathedral and the museum.
Best time
In the morning or early afternoon, during the museum hours. In September, during the Virgin of Guadalupe festival, the Cathedral gets very busy.
How to get there
It’s on Plaza 25 de Mayo in central Sucre. The museum entrance is on Nicolás Ortiz street, beside the church.
Tip
Take the museum guided tour to see the Virgin of Guadalupe up close and the jewels that cover her.
Get your questions answered
Frequently asked questions about Metropolitan Cathedral of Sucre
Who is the Virgen de Guadalupe of Sucre?
She is the city's patroness, an image painted in 1601 by the friar Diego de Ocaña and covered with jewels offered by the faithful.
When is the feast of the Virgin?
In September, with processions, dances and folkloric parades through the streets of Sucre.
Can the Cathedral be visited outside of Masses?
Yes, via the Museo Catedralicio, with guided visits at set times. Confirm before you go.