Cathedral Basilica of the Immaculate Conception, Port of Spain

Name: Cathedral Basilica of the Immaculate Conception
Address: Port of Spain, Trinidad and Tobago

#7 among attractions in Port of Spain

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Cathedral Basilica of the Immaculate Conception

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The Cathedral Basilica of the Immaculate Conception is a Catholic cathedral in Port of Spain, Trinidad and Tobago. It is the seat of the Archdiocese of Port of Spain. Construction started in 1816 and it was completed in 1851. The same year the cathedral was given the honorary status of a Minor Basilica. ()

Alternative names: Completed: 1851 (173 years ago)Architectural style: Gothic revivalCoordinates: 10°38'60"N, 61°30'24"W

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Cathedral Basilica of the Immaculate Conception – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: New City Mall, National Museum and Art Gallery, Holy Trinity Cathedral, Memorial Park.

~590 ftW
10°38'58"N • 61°30'30"W
New City Mall, Port of Spain
3 min walk • Shopping, Shopping centre
0.9 miN
Art museum, History museum, Museum
National Museum and Art Gallery, Port of Spain
24 min walk • The National Museum and Art Gallery of Trinidad and Tobago stands as a cultural cornerstone in the heart of Port of Spain. This institution is dedicated to preserving the rich history and artistic heritage of the twin-island republic.
~1590 ftNW
Church
Holy Trinity Cathedral, Port of Spain
8 min walk • The Holy Trinity Cathedral stands as an architectural marvel in the heart of Port of Spain, Trinidad and Tobago. This Anglican cathedral, with its distinct neo-Gothic design, serves not only as a place of worship but also as a historical landmark reflective of the...
1 miN
Park, Historical place
Memorial Park, Port of Spain
25 min walk • Memorial Park is an urban park in upper Downtown, Port of Spain, Trinidad and Tobago. Memorial Park is a public city park in commemoration of the Trinidadian veterans that served in World War I and World War II.
~1590 ftSW
Forts and castles, Arcade
Fort San Andres, Port of Spain
8 min walk • Fort San Andres is the last surviving fortification from the period of the Spanish Occupation of Trinidad, which came to an end in 1797 with the capture of the island by the British.
1 miN
10°39'48"N • 61°30'41"W
National Academy for Performing Arts, Port of Spain
26 min walk • Concerts and shows, Opera, Theater
1 miW
Harbor
Port of Spain International Waterfront Centre, Port of Spain
26 min walk • The Port of Spain International Waterfront Centre is a construction project aimed at revitalising and transforming the waterfront of the capital-city Port of Spain located in Trinidad and Tobago.
~720 ftE
Square
Independence Square, Port of Spain
4 min walk • Independence Square lies near to the southern end of Port of Spain, Trinidad and Tobago. Formerly named Marine Square, it was renamed in honour of Trinidad and Tobago's independence from the United Kingdom in 1962.
0.4 miW
Tower
Eric Williams Plaza, Port of Spain
11 min walk • Eric Williams Plaza, also known as the Eric Williams Financial Complex, located on Independence Square, Port of Spain, consists of two of the tallest buildings in Trinidad and Tobago, as well as in the English-speaking Caribbean. It consists of a pair of skyscrapers 22 stories high and 302 ft tall, locally known as the "Twin Towers".
1.7 miNW
Cricket, Arenas and stadiums, Sport venue
Queen's Park Oval, Port of Spain
43 min walk • The Queen's Park Oval is a sports stadium in Port of Spain, Trinidad and Tobago, used mostly for cricket matches. It opened in 1896.
~1530 ftW
Skyscraper
Nicholas Tower, Port of Spain
8 min walk • Nicholas Tower, situated on Independence Square, Port of Spain, Trinidad and Tobago is the fifth tallest building in Trinidad and Tobago. It has an elliptical floor plate and stands 21 floors tall and 88 Meters high.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Cathedral Basilica of the Immaculate Conception?

Nearby attractions include Independence Square, Port of Spain (4 min walk), Nicholas Tower, Port of Spain (8 min walk), Holy Trinity Cathedral, Port of Spain (8 min walk), Fort San Andres, Port of Spain (8 min walk).

How to get to Cathedral Basilica of the Immaculate Conception by public transport?

The nearest stations to Cathedral Basilica of the Immaculate Conception:

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Platform 4 (4 min walk)
Platform 5 (4 min walk)