Historic Gothic Revival cathedral featuring centuries-old architecture, stained-glass windows, religious art, and a continuous legacy of worship dating back to the early eighteenth century.
General Information
Saturday: 7:30am to 6:30pm
Sunday: 7:30am to 6:30pm
How to Get There
From San Antonio (0.5 mi): Head toward Main Plaza in downtown San Antonio and continue to 115 Main Plaza, located just west of the River Walk.
Overview
San Fernando Cathedral, facing Main Plaza in downtown San Antonio, is one of the oldest cathedrals in the United States and serves as the mother church of the Archdiocese of San Antonio and the seat of its archbishop. Its dome is often described as the city's cultural and geographic center, and it's listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
It remains a genuinely active parish rather than just a landmark — more than 5,000 people attend weekend Masses each week, and the cathedral hosts hundreds of baptisms, weddings, and funerals annually. Its best-known event is the Good Friday Passion Play, a dramatization that draws thousands of visitors during Fiesta Week.
Things to Do
Step Inside the Cathedral
Visit the sanctuary that anchors Main Plaza and serves as the seat of San Antonio's Catholic archdiocese.
Time a Visit for the Good Friday Passion Play
This annual dramatization of the Passion draws large crowds to Main Plaza and is one of the cathedral's signature events.
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