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Cathedral Basilica of St. Joseph: Traveler Reviews

80 South Market Street, San Jose, CA 95113
408-283-8100
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Ranked #2 of 63 attractions in San Jose
Type: Churches/ Cathedrals
Traveler Description: The Cathedral Basilica of St. Joseph is located in downtown San Jose. The first church was built in 1803. Today the present church is the fifth... more »
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Milpitas, California, United States
2 reviews
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
“Awesome Church”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed January 25, 2013

It was amazing and so spiritual. I loved the architecture and the clergy so peaceful and loving . I will never forget the time I spent there with my family

Visited January 2013
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San Diego, CA
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87 helpful votes 87 helpful votes
“Amazing and gorgeous church!”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed January 8, 2013

Went to sunday and daily mass. Loved the church space! This church is totally impressive. Felt like I was sitting inside St Peter's.

Visited January 2013
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Saratoga, California
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2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
“Local tourist visit”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed January 1, 2013

Surprised at such a beautiful cathedral right in our own city. Europe has competition! Parking was not a problem despite being right in the downtown area. There are other points of interest that can be walked to from the Cathedral.

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Peterborough, United Kingdom
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“A befitting house for God!”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed December 13, 2012

A wonderful church where you feel the presence of God! I was here on the 4th of November and that was the day the church was dedicated and the Priest was installed as the pastor.
I love the choir. I was warmly welcomed by the two gentlemen at the entrance to the church; one of them used to be a boxer/trainer. Will definitely visit again should I come to San Jose again!

Visited November 2012
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“Cathedral is an overstatement”
2 of 5 stars Reviewed December 12, 2012

San Jose is one of the largest cities in the US, but its cathedral just match up to the city's stature.

It is a pretty building, but situated on a busy street, Market, at a busy crossroads, so not the greatest of locations. Unfortunately it also seems to be the San Jose centre for the homeless as there are always many hanging around, and in have walked past it dozens of times for some years. They even have a refreshments window to serve those less fortunate.

I am not making a point about the care they give to those in need, but it is a bizarre sight to see in a city as rich as San Jose on one of its major thoroughfares.

Visited December 2012
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