St. Louis Cathedral Tours and Tickets

There are plenty of ways to experience St. Louis Cathedral. Looking at ratings and reviews previously given by customers, these are the best tours available right now:

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It's free to visit St. Louis Cathedral, an active worship place. Many tours pass by the church, including general city tours and history-focused walking tours, and some go inside. Tours typically cost anywhere from US$35–US$55 per person for group tours; private tours charge more.

Yes, St. Louis Cathedral is accessible for visitors with disabilities, as is the adjacent Jackson Square. To get into the church, head to the west side of the building to find a ramp at the entrance. There's an electric door on this side of the building for easy access.

Yes, you can attend Mass at St. Louis Cathedral in New Orleans. Mass occurs daily at 12:05pm on weekdays and at 5pm on Saturdays, with additional services on select feast days and holidays. On Sundays, mass is held at 9am and 11am. Both Sunday services are broadcast on television.

St. Louis Cathedral is open daily from 9am to 4pm, except when weddings and funerals are taking place. If you want to wander around comfortably, it's best to avoid coming during mass to avoid disturbing the congregation. Mass schedules and special events are posted on the cathedral’s website.

Yes, there are guided tours available at St. Louis Cathedral, but you'll need to reserve yours in advance in most cases. To request a guided tour of the cathedral and the Old Ursuline Convent, complete a tour request form on the cathedral's website.