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Grace Cathedral
Opening hours
- Monday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Tuesday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Wednesday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Thursday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Friday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Saturday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Sunday: 1:00 – 5:00 PM
Images provided by Google Places
Massive cathedral with stained glass & a Keith Haring altarpiece, plus 2 walking labyrinths.via Google
A grand French Gothic cathedral famous for its labyrinth, stained glass, and Keith Haring altarpiece.
- Good to know
- Free to enter; donations encouraged.
Reviews from Google
This was my first time at Grace Cathedral and it was beautiful. Definitely smaller than Notre Dame in Paris. The Aura light show was great! I highly recommend seating far back as to prevent neck strain from looking directly up.
Absolutely breathtaking experience! I attended The Aura event at Grace Cathedral in San Francisco, and it was truly incredible. The entire experience lasted about 45 minutes, and every moment was mesmerizing. The combination of lights, music, and the sacred atmosphere of the cathedral created something unforgettable. The visuals were stunning—both peaceful and powerful—and the acoustics inside the cathedral made the sound feel immersive and almost otherworldly. It’s clear a lot of thought and creativity went into the production. It was definitely worth the price of admission. I would highly recommend this to anyone looking for a unique, inspiring, and meditative experience in the city. Whether you’re a local or just visiting, The Aura is something you won’t want to miss.
I visited Grace Cathedral for an evening event after dark. The staff greeted me with warm smiles and were helpful and enthusiastic about their roles. The cathedral is awe-inspiring, and I want to return during the daytime to further enjoy the experience. The event added to the visual delight, as the building is breathtaking on its own, and the light show truly brought it to life. My favorite scenes were the garden and cloud displays, but each one captivated my attention throughout the entire hour.
I am a San Franciscan and a non-believer, but I occasionally went to this church, actually been going there for more than 20 years. I noticed after the pandemic, the entrance was gated with a not that friendly looking guard, and since then I realized there is a fee without even needing to ask. Do a little google search, it has been charging $12 since 2022 and $14 as of 2026. I have not went inside since. Here are some photos that I took more than 10 years ago of this beautiful church building, or 2013 to be exact. God has always been something off to me, and needing to pay a fee to a church is totally off to me. I will never join the cult.
m Montreal and travels around the world, I find it amusing that they threw bits and pieces of SF landmarks like the Golden Gate Bridge into the story of humanity. The story was kind of difficult to follow so just sit back and enjoy. This presented Grace Cathedral an opportunity to showcase and promote itself. The Cathedral offers many services and is always open to the public. I especially like the doors - Gates of Paradise. I have been going to the Cathedral since I was a youngster. As I saw the show, it reminded me so much of Mogowan Mirror Maze at Pier 39. Most scenes were so alike - laser lights and projections. I gave this 3 stars because people were taking pictures and videos with their flash on. It's like going to a movie with phone screens flashing around. Also, the show was flat (all on the same level) - no crescendos, highlights nor anything. It just abruptly ended.