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Church · Los Teques, Miranda
Cathedral of San Felipe Neri
The main church of Los Teques, seat of the diocese, opposite Plaza Bolívar. The parish was born with the city at the end of the 18th century; the current building began to be raised in 1905 and was inaugurated in 1956.
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About Cathedral of San Felipe Neri
The Catedral San Felipe Neri is the main temple of Los Teques and the seat of the city’s diocese. It stands in the historic center, facing Plaza Bolívar, the meeting point of the capital of Miranda state.
The parish’s history follows that of the city itself, founded in 1777. There was first a modest oratory on the site; the first mass was celebrated on September 17, 1778, and a first church opened on May 31, 1790. The building you see today began construction in 1905 and was only inaugurated on July 16, 1956.
San Felipe Neri is the parish’s patron and gives the name by which the cathedral is known in the city. It continues to host masses, baptisms and weddings for the people of Los Teques.
Around Plaza Bolívar, inaugurated in 1911 and featuring an equestrian statue of Simón Bolívar, are the state Government Palace and other official buildings. The square is small and can be seen in a few minutes, before or after visiting the cathedral.
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 half an hour for the cathedral and the Plaza Bolívar in front.
Best time
In the morning, when the center is busy and the church is usually open. Times vary and change on celebration days; check before you go.
How to get there
It is in the historic center, facing Plaza Bolívar. Guaicaipuro station of Metro Los Teques is a few minutes’ walk away.
Tip
Combine it with Casa Arturo Michelena and Villa Teola, both a few blocks away, on a walking tour of the center.
Get your questions answered
Frequently asked questions about Cathedral of San Felipe Neri
Where is the cathedral of Los Teques?
In the historic center of the city, facing Plaza Bolívar, near the Guaicaipuro metro station.
When was the cathedral of Los Teques built?
The current temple began to be built in 1905 and was inaugurated on July 16, 1956. Before it there was an oratory and an earlier church, opened in 1790.
Can you visit the cathedral of Los Teques?
Yes, outside of services. Hours vary according to the parish schedule; confirm on site.