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San Fernando De Bexar Cathedral

115 Main Plaza, San Antonio, TX 78205
(210) 227-1297
Ranked #9 of 159 attractions in San Antonio
4.5 of 5 stars 66 Reviews
Type: Religious Sites
Traveler Description: The original San Fernando Church was constructed between 1738 and 1749.  The walls of the church now form the Cathedral’s sanctuary.  Therefore, San... more »
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Portland, OR
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21 reviews 21 reviews
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18 helpful votes 18 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 22, 2012 NEW

This cathedral is absolutely beautiful. It is a must see if you are in San Antonio. More

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Indianapolis
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32 reviews 32 reviews
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11 helpful votes 11 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 9, 2012

Beautiful, historic with lovely plaza and functioning offices, restaurants More

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Marshfield, Wisconsin
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22 reviews 22 reviews
Reviews in 11 cities Reviews in 11 cities
19 helpful votes 19 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 2, 2012

We visited during Fiesta, the outdoor festival was in progress. It had many great food vendors. We had found many of the Festival Booths during Fiesta do not post the prices of the items. This would be very helpful as compared to asking each vendor. The Cathedral backdrop is very impressive. It was very close to RiverWalk, but not any... More

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Charlotte, North Carolina
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15 reviews 15 reviews
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 30, 2012

I loved that this cathedral was hidden in the middle of the city where more modern places exist all around it. My friend and I thought it was super cool that Davy Crockett's bones were inside the vestibule. The cathedral was lovely and I enjoyed seeing inside such a beautiful piece of history. More

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Swartz Creek, Michigan
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22 reviews 22 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 28, 2012

The San Fernando De Bexar Cathedral is one of the most beautiful cathedrals I have seen. It is extremely well kept and up dated. we were able to attend the Mariachi Mass during Fiesta Week. It was quite impressive and I must say the Priest gave one of the best sermons I have listened to. Most of the service this... More

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Batavia, New York
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 24, 2012

Passion procession through the streets was unique and powerful. More

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Miami,Fl
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21 reviews 21 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 21, 2012

This is a beautiful church with a lot of history and a beautiful altar .You need to go to the mariachi mass on saturday at 5:30 pm, at the end of the mass they call everyone that celebrating a special date to the front and the mariachis sing for them. More

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San Antonio
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43 helpful votes 43 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 18, 2012

I am not Catholic. I don't even have much respect for the Roman Catholic Church after the crusades, the Spanish inquisition and popes who tortured people. But todays catholic people?Total recall. I sang in a gay men's choir and the head priest of this church, Father David, invited us to sing several times and the Arch Bishop Patrick Flores came... More

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Austin, Texas
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 17, 2012

We came to see the cathedral during the day and returned that night as part of a tour. I am so glad we did- the place is incredible after dark- all lit up with the fountains glowing...Wow. My best tip: check out the museum next door! As a non-Catholic it was fascinating. If you like old photos of San Antonio... More

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Mt Vernon IL
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3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 15, 2012

We stayed directly across from the cathedral, at the Drury, so getting there was a cake walk. it is amazing in architecture and ambiance. The opportunity to see the history and take a moment to say a prayer combined to make the experience very gratifying. More

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