Guided Tour of St. Paul’s Cathedral in St. Paul
Explore St. Paul’s Cathedral with a daily docent-led highlights tour
Duration
1 Hour
Includes
Docent-led tour, Cathedral entry
Highlights
Explore St. Paul’s Cathedral on a one-hour guided walk led by a docent. Learn about the Cathedral’s history, sacred art, and civic significance as you tour this landmark.
- Walk through Beaux-Arts architecture inspired by churches of France
- Discover the “Shrines of Nations” chapels behind the sanctuary
- Learn how design details frame entrances, the dome, and the sanctuary
- Hear stories that connect the building to immigrant communities
- Plan for possible route or timing changes during services or events
Things to know
Tour times may change due to liturgies, holy days, and special events. You may go through security screening, and some areas may include stairs or uneven flooring; accessible routing is offered when possible.
Cancellation Policy
All tour sales are final.
FAQs
Yes. Tour times and availability can change without notice due to liturgies, funerals, weddings, holy days, civic holidays, or special events. As an active place of worship, the tour may be paused, shortened, rerouted, rescheduled, or canceled to respect services and ceremonial needs.
Arrive early. If you arrive after the tour begins, you may not be admitted and may need to join a later tour if space is available.
Yes. All guests are subject to security screening and must follow staff instructions. Prohibited items may be refused entry.
Meeting details
Tour desk in the back of the main church, 239 Selby Avenue, Saint Paul, MN 55102