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Maplewood

Visit the Cathedral of Saint Paul in Minnesota. Take a guided tour to learn about its architecture and history.

See the dome, stained glass, and mosaics, and hear how the cathedral was built and used over time. 

The tour also includes the Shrines of the Nations, which honor immigrant communities connected to the area.

Cathedral of Saint Paul: Guided Tour

Tour the Cathedral of Saint Paul in Minnesota. Use a mobile device or a complimentary tablet for a self-guided experience at your own pace. 

Choose from 24 stops that highlight the architecture (including a large dome and detailed mosaics), immigrant history, and spiritual significance of this Gothic building. Walk where Archbishop John Ireland and architect Emmanuel Masqueray once did.

Cathedral of Saint Paul: Self-Guided Tour

Join a VIP docent-led tour of Saint Paul’s Cathedral. This 90-minute tour offers access to spaces typically reserved for clergy and staff.

Visit the Sacristy to see where priests and liturgical ministers prepare for Mass. See vestments, chalices, crosiers, and sacred vessels. Learn about the rituals and traditions from your docent.

Take an elevator to the choir loft for a view of the cathedral’s nave from above. Observe the arches, mosaics, and three rose windows from a new angle.

Move to the lower level to see the cathedral museum. View artifacts from the original 1858 cathedral, including the organ console, sacred relics, and historic photographs. Learn how the cathedral has changed over the years.

Cathedral of Saint Paul: VIP Docent-Led Tour

Tours & Tickets in Maplewood

Cathedral of Saint Paul: Guided Tour

Cathedral of Saint Paul: Self-Guided Tour

Cathedral of Saint Paul: VIP Docent-Led Tour

Attractions in Maplewood