If you can catch a MASS there (check the schedule), you will hear their incredible organ. The MASS is special as well and will be a little longer than a normal Mass at your local church. Surprising how few folks really show up for such a great experience. I put $20 in the collection plate, just to add my small... More

Designed by John Notman and Napoleon Eugene Henry Charles Le Brun (Phillie's born but with such a name a French architect !), it looks like many European churches (in Rome... but also, for instance in Rennes, Brittany). But it is together a Cathedral and a Basilic (quite scarce) and it has been visited by Pope JPII. Not the most important... More

While our family were in the Franklin Institute, we chose to visit this Cathedral and were very glad that we did so. Although it is a relatively recent build, in church terms, it was sympathetically built and stands up there with other Cathedrals we have visited around the world. Very calm and restful - also free admission - glorious windows,... More

This basilica is reminiscent of the finest basilicas of Europe. In fact, the plan is modeled after the Italian Renaissance Basilica dei Santi Carlo e Ambrogio al Corso in Rome. This beautiful house of worship offers a restful place to pray and refresh yourself as you take in all the sights of Philadelphia.

Just beautiful and awe inspiring! I would take the time and make the trip- it is worth it. A place to take a short break and enjoy the quiteness of your surroundings!

I just kept thinking "wow" as I took it all in. Just beautiful. Very ornate in the old style - breathtaking

What a beautiful cathedral - we attended a Christening there. It was lovely. The architecture and relics were lovely as was the stain glass. Definately reminded me of the Basilica in Rome

Positioned looking onto Logan Sq it's a nice spot for a quiet comtemplation and with grand decor it's worth a visit. They have a guide which you can use through your phone, but I chose just to sit and look around so I can't attest to how good it is.

The Cathedral is very beautiful, the architecture is amazing. A great place if you just want to sit down. There is someone there to walk you around or to just answer questions.