The Extras
Since the St. Louis Cathedral is located in Jackson Square, why not visit the Cabildo, located next door.
Customer Reviews
Historical New Orleans at it finest Reviewed by johncroix on
2003-02-08T07:47:28Z
From the austere exterior, to the opulent interior, this is a treasure you must see. Whatever denomination you may be, the mass is still a magical occurence in the oldest cathedral in the country.
World class Mass Reviewed by HelloMetro User on
2005-11-11T21:08:00Z
The cathedral is lovely. From the polished wooden pews to the frescos on the ceiling, meticulous care and attention has been put into the cathedral. You get such a feeling of serenity here. It's easy to imagine being in Europe because of the old world atmosphere. Be sure to light a candle.
PROS: Beautiful and calming
CONS:
St. Louis Cathedral -- Impressive Roman Catholic Church Reviewed by HelloMetro User on
2005-07-21T20:18:00Z
The St. Louis Cathedral is located right in the heart of the French Quarter in New Orleans. It serves as the place of worship for a sizeable Catholic community. Sunday services are always well attended with an incredible choir to accent an already spiritual mass. The stained glass windows that adorn the sides of the building allow an ethereal light passing through its myriad of colors giving it a stronger presence.
Guided tours are offered throughout the day. It makes it difficult during mass times when there is a lot of bustling happening all around you.
The bell outside the church always rings when mass is going to start which gives it an Old World feel. In the back is a small graveyard.
The church is located right at the top of Jackson Square which is always busy with peddlars and tourists. It's worth making the trip to see this fine monument that has survived the years in New Orleans.
PROS: Enormous and impressive
CONS: Can be distacting when tour guides are on when attending
