Cathedral of Saint Paul: Self-Guided Tour

Explore Saint Paul's iconic cathedral with an audio guide. Discover history, art and architecture at your own pace with 24 unique stops.

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From $10

Why book with us?

Highlights and inclusions

Highlights

  • Self-guided tour of the Cathedral of Saint Paul

  • Access to 24 informative stops revealing the cathedral’s rich history and architecture

  • Explore with your own mobile device or a complimentary tablet

  • Learn about Gothic design, impressive dome, mosaics and local heritage

What’s Included

  • Admission to the Cathedral of Saint Paul

  • Self-guided audio tour

  • Use of complimentary tablet (if needed)

About

About the Cathedral of Saint Paul

The Cathedral of Saint Paul stands as a landmark of Minnesota’s spiritual and architectural heritage. With its stunning Gothic Revival design, majestic dome and intricate mosaics, the cathedral captures the imagination of all who visit. The building has long been a place of worship and community for both locals and visitors from around the world.

Your Self-Guided Experience

This ticket grants you entry to the Cathedral of Saint Paul for a self-paced exploration. Choose to use your own mobile device or borrow a complimentary tablet for your audio experience. The digital guide leads you through 24 curated stops that bring stories of faith, artistry and immigration to life. Learn about Archbishop John Ireland and architect Emmanuel Masqueray, whose vision and talents shaped the cathedral’s iconic silhouette.

What You’ll Discover

  • The story behind the cathedral’s soaring dome and glowing stained glass

  • Historical insights into Minnesota’s immigrant communities and their influence on the cathedral

  • Details about the elaborate mosaics and craftsmanship within the building

  • Their significance to the local community, faith and regional history

Your Visit Experience

Enjoy the flexibility of exploring at your own speed. Audio narrations, along with carefully chosen stops, help you uncover each unique element of the cathedral. Whether you’re interested in architecture, history or the art of sacred spaces, this tour connects you to a remarkable chapter of Minnesota’s legacy.

Accessibility and Practical Information

The site is wheelchair accessible. Audio guides are available in English, Spanish, Italian, German, French and Chinese to enhance your visit. Please note that live guides are not provided. Plan your visit during opening hours, and present your mobile ticket with a valid photo ID upon arrival.

Plan Ahead

Visitors can make use of the self-guided audio devices, and are encouraged to engage with the rich details provided at each stop. Take time to appreciate the setting where history, faith and architecture converge.

Book your Cathedral of Saint Paul: Self-Guided Tour tickets now!

Visitor guidelines
  • Respect the quiet and sanctity of the cathedral

  • Appropriate attire is required

  • Photography without flash is permitted

  • Follow posted signage and staff instructions

  • No food or drinks inside the cathedral

Opening times

Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday

07:00am - 06:00pm 07:00am - 06:00pm 07:00am - 06:00pm 07:00am - 06:00pm 07:00am - 06:00pm 07:00am - 06:00pm 07:00am - 06:00pm

FAQs

Is the audio guide available in multiple languages?

Yes, guides are provided in English, Spanish, Italian, German, French and Chinese.

Can I use my own device for the tour?

Yes, you may use your own mobile device or borrow a complimentary tablet.

Is the cathedral wheelchair accessible?

Yes, the cathedral is accessible for visitors using wheelchairs.

Are live guides included in the tour?

No, the experience is strictly self-guided using the provided audio tour.

Know before you go
  • Bring a valid photo ID to redeem your ticket

  • Audio guides are available in English, Spanish, Italian, German, French and Chinese

  • Wheelchair accessible venue

  • Live guides are not included

  • Opening times may vary on religious holidays

Cancelation policy

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience

Address

239 Selby Ave, St Paul, MN 55102, United States-55102

Highlights and inclusions

Highlights

  • Self-guided tour of the Cathedral of Saint Paul

  • Access to 24 informative stops revealing the cathedral’s rich history and architecture

  • Explore with your own mobile device or a complimentary tablet

  • Learn about Gothic design, impressive dome, mosaics and local heritage

What’s Included

  • Admission to the Cathedral of Saint Paul

  • Self-guided audio tour

  • Use of complimentary tablet (if needed)

About

About the Cathedral of Saint Paul

The Cathedral of Saint Paul stands as a landmark of Minnesota’s spiritual and architectural heritage. With its stunning Gothic Revival design, majestic dome and intricate mosaics, the cathedral captures the imagination of all who visit. The building has long been a place of worship and community for both locals and visitors from around the world.

Your Self-Guided Experience

This ticket grants you entry to the Cathedral of Saint Paul for a self-paced exploration. Choose to use your own mobile device or borrow a complimentary tablet for your audio experience. The digital guide leads you through 24 curated stops that bring stories of faith, artistry and immigration to life. Learn about Archbishop John Ireland and architect Emmanuel Masqueray, whose vision and talents shaped the cathedral’s iconic silhouette.

What You’ll Discover

  • The story behind the cathedral’s soaring dome and glowing stained glass

  • Historical insights into Minnesota’s immigrant communities and their influence on the cathedral

  • Details about the elaborate mosaics and craftsmanship within the building

  • Their significance to the local community, faith and regional history

Your Visit Experience

Enjoy the flexibility of exploring at your own speed. Audio narrations, along with carefully chosen stops, help you uncover each unique element of the cathedral. Whether you’re interested in architecture, history or the art of sacred spaces, this tour connects you to a remarkable chapter of Minnesota’s legacy.

Accessibility and Practical Information

The site is wheelchair accessible. Audio guides are available in English, Spanish, Italian, German, French and Chinese to enhance your visit. Please note that live guides are not provided. Plan your visit during opening hours, and present your mobile ticket with a valid photo ID upon arrival.

Plan Ahead

Visitors can make use of the self-guided audio devices, and are encouraged to engage with the rich details provided at each stop. Take time to appreciate the setting where history, faith and architecture converge.

Book your Cathedral of Saint Paul: Self-Guided Tour tickets now!

Visitor guidelines
  • Respect the quiet and sanctity of the cathedral

  • Appropriate attire is required

  • Photography without flash is permitted

  • Follow posted signage and staff instructions

  • No food or drinks inside the cathedral

Opening times

Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday

07:00am - 06:00pm 07:00am - 06:00pm 07:00am - 06:00pm 07:00am - 06:00pm 07:00am - 06:00pm 07:00am - 06:00pm 07:00am - 06:00pm

FAQs

Is the audio guide available in multiple languages?

Yes, guides are provided in English, Spanish, Italian, German, French and Chinese.

Can I use my own device for the tour?

Yes, you may use your own mobile device or borrow a complimentary tablet.

Is the cathedral wheelchair accessible?

Yes, the cathedral is accessible for visitors using wheelchairs.

Are live guides included in the tour?

No, the experience is strictly self-guided using the provided audio tour.

Know before you go
  • Bring a valid photo ID to redeem your ticket

  • Audio guides are available in English, Spanish, Italian, German, French and Chinese

  • Wheelchair accessible venue

  • Live guides are not included

  • Opening times may vary on religious holidays

Cancelation policy

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience

Address

239 Selby Ave, St Paul, MN 55102, United States-55102

Highlights and inclusions

Highlights

  • Self-guided tour of the Cathedral of Saint Paul

  • Access to 24 informative stops revealing the cathedral’s rich history and architecture

  • Explore with your own mobile device or a complimentary tablet

  • Learn about Gothic design, impressive dome, mosaics and local heritage

What’s Included

  • Admission to the Cathedral of Saint Paul

  • Self-guided audio tour

  • Use of complimentary tablet (if needed)

About

About the Cathedral of Saint Paul

The Cathedral of Saint Paul stands as a landmark of Minnesota’s spiritual and architectural heritage. With its stunning Gothic Revival design, majestic dome and intricate mosaics, the cathedral captures the imagination of all who visit. The building has long been a place of worship and community for both locals and visitors from around the world.

Your Self-Guided Experience

This ticket grants you entry to the Cathedral of Saint Paul for a self-paced exploration. Choose to use your own mobile device or borrow a complimentary tablet for your audio experience. The digital guide leads you through 24 curated stops that bring stories of faith, artistry and immigration to life. Learn about Archbishop John Ireland and architect Emmanuel Masqueray, whose vision and talents shaped the cathedral’s iconic silhouette.

What You’ll Discover

  • The story behind the cathedral’s soaring dome and glowing stained glass

  • Historical insights into Minnesota’s immigrant communities and their influence on the cathedral

  • Details about the elaborate mosaics and craftsmanship within the building

  • Their significance to the local community, faith and regional history

Your Visit Experience

Enjoy the flexibility of exploring at your own speed. Audio narrations, along with carefully chosen stops, help you uncover each unique element of the cathedral. Whether you’re interested in architecture, history or the art of sacred spaces, this tour connects you to a remarkable chapter of Minnesota’s legacy.

Accessibility and Practical Information

The site is wheelchair accessible. Audio guides are available in English, Spanish, Italian, German, French and Chinese to enhance your visit. Please note that live guides are not provided. Plan your visit during opening hours, and present your mobile ticket with a valid photo ID upon arrival.

Plan Ahead

Visitors can make use of the self-guided audio devices, and are encouraged to engage with the rich details provided at each stop. Take time to appreciate the setting where history, faith and architecture converge.

Book your Cathedral of Saint Paul: Self-Guided Tour tickets now!

Know before you go
  • Bring a valid photo ID to redeem your ticket

  • Audio guides are available in English, Spanish, Italian, German, French and Chinese

  • Wheelchair accessible venue

  • Live guides are not included

  • Opening times may vary on religious holidays

Visitor guidelines
  • Respect the quiet and sanctity of the cathedral

  • Appropriate attire is required

  • Photography without flash is permitted

  • Follow posted signage and staff instructions

  • No food or drinks inside the cathedral

FAQs

Is the audio guide available in multiple languages?

Yes, guides are provided in English, Spanish, Italian, German, French and Chinese.

Can I use my own device for the tour?

Yes, you may use your own mobile device or borrow a complimentary tablet.

Is the cathedral wheelchair accessible?

Yes, the cathedral is accessible for visitors using wheelchairs.

Are live guides included in the tour?

No, the experience is strictly self-guided using the provided audio tour.

Cancelation policy

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience

Address

239 Selby Ave, St Paul, MN 55102, United States-55102

Highlights and inclusions

Highlights

  • Self-guided tour of the Cathedral of Saint Paul

  • Access to 24 informative stops revealing the cathedral’s rich history and architecture

  • Explore with your own mobile device or a complimentary tablet

  • Learn about Gothic design, impressive dome, mosaics and local heritage

What’s Included

  • Admission to the Cathedral of Saint Paul

  • Self-guided audio tour

  • Use of complimentary tablet (if needed)

About

About the Cathedral of Saint Paul

The Cathedral of Saint Paul stands as a landmark of Minnesota’s spiritual and architectural heritage. With its stunning Gothic Revival design, majestic dome and intricate mosaics, the cathedral captures the imagination of all who visit. The building has long been a place of worship and community for both locals and visitors from around the world.

Your Self-Guided Experience

This ticket grants you entry to the Cathedral of Saint Paul for a self-paced exploration. Choose to use your own mobile device or borrow a complimentary tablet for your audio experience. The digital guide leads you through 24 curated stops that bring stories of faith, artistry and immigration to life. Learn about Archbishop John Ireland and architect Emmanuel Masqueray, whose vision and talents shaped the cathedral’s iconic silhouette.

What You’ll Discover

  • The story behind the cathedral’s soaring dome and glowing stained glass

  • Historical insights into Minnesota’s immigrant communities and their influence on the cathedral

  • Details about the elaborate mosaics and craftsmanship within the building

  • Their significance to the local community, faith and regional history

Your Visit Experience

Enjoy the flexibility of exploring at your own speed. Audio narrations, along with carefully chosen stops, help you uncover each unique element of the cathedral. Whether you’re interested in architecture, history or the art of sacred spaces, this tour connects you to a remarkable chapter of Minnesota’s legacy.

Accessibility and Practical Information

The site is wheelchair accessible. Audio guides are available in English, Spanish, Italian, German, French and Chinese to enhance your visit. Please note that live guides are not provided. Plan your visit during opening hours, and present your mobile ticket with a valid photo ID upon arrival.

Plan Ahead

Visitors can make use of the self-guided audio devices, and are encouraged to engage with the rich details provided at each stop. Take time to appreciate the setting where history, faith and architecture converge.

Book your Cathedral of Saint Paul: Self-Guided Tour tickets now!

Know before you go
  • Bring a valid photo ID to redeem your ticket

  • Audio guides are available in English, Spanish, Italian, German, French and Chinese

  • Wheelchair accessible venue

  • Live guides are not included

  • Opening times may vary on religious holidays

Visitor guidelines
  • Respect the quiet and sanctity of the cathedral

  • Appropriate attire is required

  • Photography without flash is permitted

  • Follow posted signage and staff instructions

  • No food or drinks inside the cathedral

FAQs

Is the audio guide available in multiple languages?

Yes, guides are provided in English, Spanish, Italian, German, French and Chinese.

Can I use my own device for the tour?

Yes, you may use your own mobile device or borrow a complimentary tablet.

Is the cathedral wheelchair accessible?

Yes, the cathedral is accessible for visitors using wheelchairs.

Are live guides included in the tour?

No, the experience is strictly self-guided using the provided audio tour.

Cancelation policy

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience

Address

239 Selby Ave, St Paul, MN 55102, United States-55102

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