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Church · St. Louis, Missouri, Missouri
Cathedral Basilica of Saint Louis
Catholic cathedral from 1914 in the Central West End, with one of the largest collections of mosaics in the world, covering domes and walls.
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About Cathedral Basilica of Saint Louis
The Cathedral Basilica of St. Louis was consecrated in 1914 in the Central West End neighborhood, with a stone Romanesque-style exterior and a green dome. The interior mixes Byzantine and Romanesque elements.
The main highlight is the mosaics, which cover domes, arches and walls with millions of tiny colored glass and gold tesserae, a work carried out over roughly 75 years. It is one of the largest mosaic collections in the world, depicting scenes from the Bible and the history of the Church in Missouri. A small museum in the basement explains how the mosaics were made.
Pope John Paul II visited the cathedral in 1999, and the church remains the seat of the Archdiocese of St. Louis, with daily masses.
Before you go
Practical information
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How much time to set aside
About an hour.
Best time
In the morning, when sunlight streams through the windows and brings out the gold in the mosaics; avoid mass times.
How to get there
By bus or MetroLink to Central West End station, about 1 km away.
Tip
Visit the mosaics museum in the basement to understand the technique before seeing the domes.
Official website
Get your questions answered
Frequently asked questions about Cathedral Basilica of Saint Louis
What is special about St. Louis’s cathedral?
The mosaics that cover its domes and walls, one of the largest collections in the world.
Can you visit the cathedral outside Mass?
Yes, the cathedral welcomes visitors outside worship times.
Where is the basilica cathedral located?
In the Central West End neighborhood, near Forest Park.