St. Raphael's Cathedral, Dubuque

Name: St. Raphael's Cathedral
Address: 231 Bluff St, Dubuque, 52001, United States
Telephone: (563) 582-7646

#8 among attractions in Dubuque

Gothic Revival architecture, Church

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Facts and practical information

St. Raphael's Cathedral is a Catholic cathedral and a parish church in the Archdiocese of Dubuque located in Dubuque, Iowa. The parish is the oldest congregation of any Christian denomination in the state of Iowa. The cathedral church, rectory, former convent, and former parochial school building are a contributing properties in the Cathedral Historic District on the National Register of Historic Places. ()

Alternative names: Completed: 1861 (163 years ago)Coordinates: 42°29'41"N, 90°40'3"W

Address

231 Bluff StCathedral DistrictDubuque 52001 United States

Contact

(563) 582-7646

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Day trips

St. Raphael's Cathedral – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: National Mississippi River Museum & Aquarium, Port of Dubuque Marina, Diamond Jo Casino, Fenelon Place Residential Historic District.

~1700 ftNE
Museum, Maritime museum
National Mississippi River Museum & Aquarium, Dubuque
9 min walk • The National Mississippi River Museum & Aquarium is a window into the aquatic life and history of America's mighty Mississippi River, located in the river city of Dubuque, United States. This expansive facility, which seeks to educate and entertain its visitors...
0.4 miE
Sailing, Park, Marina
Port of Dubuque Marina, Dubuque
11 min walk • The Port of Dubuque Marina is a 100% transient marina, there are no permanent slip holders. The Port of Dubuque Marina's seventy-eight slips include fifty-four 30", twenty 40", and four 50". By utilizing the end ties, or T-heads of the docks, the Port of Dubuque Marina can accommodate a boat up to 100" in length.
0.4 miE
Nightlife, Casino, Gambling
Diamond Jo Casino, Dubuque
11 min walk • The Diamond Jo Casino is a gambling casino and entertainment complex located in the Port of Dubuque, in Dubuque, Iowa. The casino is owned and operated by Las Vegas-based Boyd Gaming, which also owns the Diamond Jo Casino - Worth in Northwood, Iowa.
~1380 ftW
Neighbourhood
Fenelon Place Residential Historic District, Dubuque
7 min walk • The Fenelon Place Residential Historic District is a nationally recognized historic district located in Dubuque, Iowa, United States. It was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 2015.
~1140 ftN
Concerts and shows, Entertainment, Convention center
Five Flags Center, Dubuque
6 min walk • Five Flags Center is a multi-purpose facility in downtown Dubuque, Iowa. It is named for the five flags that have flown over Dubuque; the Fleur de Lis of France, the Royal Flag of Spain, the Union Jack of Great Britain, the French Republic Flag of Napoleon & America's Stars and Stripes.
0.6 miN
Church, Romanesque architecture
St. Luke's United Methodist Church, Dubuque
16 min walk • St. Luke's United Methodist Church, also known as St. Luke's Methodist and as St. Luke's United Methodist, is an historic Richardsonian Romanesque-style church located at 1199 Main Street in Dubuque, Iowa.
~1580 ftN
Park
Washington Park, Dubuque
8 min walk • Washington Park is a small public, urban park located in Downtown Dubuque, Iowa, United States. The park encompasses an entire city block, bordered on the north by West 7th Street, on the west by Bluff Street, on the south by West 6th Street, and on the east by Locust Street.
0.5 miN
Historical and heritage tours, Tower, Tours
Dubuque County Courthouse, Dubuque
12 min walk • The Dubuque County Courthouse is located on Central Avenue, between 7th and 8th Streets, in Dubuque, Iowa, United States. The current structure was built from 1891 to 1893 to replace an earlier building.
~1870 ftN
Tower
Town Clock, Dubuque
10 min walk • The Town Clock is a large clock that stands in downtown Dubuque, Iowa. The clock has stood over the city for over 130 years. The present clock is the second "Town Clock"; the first collapsed in the 1870s, killing three people.
0.4 miN
Concerts and shows, Romanesque architecture, Theater
Grand Opera House, Dubuque
12 min walk • The Grand Opera House is an opera house located at the corner of 8th and Iowa Streets in Dubuque, Iowa that was built in 1890. It was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 2002.
0.5 miN
Library
Carnegie-Stout Public Library, Dubuque
14 min walk • The Carnegie-Stout Public Library is located in Dubuque, Iowa, United States. The public library had its beginnings with the Young Men's Literary Association, established in 1859, and their book collection was the basis for the library's collection.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to St. Raphael's Cathedral?

Nearby attractions include Cathedral Historic District, Dubuque (4 min walk), Fenelon Place Elevator, Dubuque (4 min walk), Old Main Historic District, Dubuque (5 min walk), Bishop's Block, Dubuque (5 min walk).

How to get to St. Raphael's Cathedral by public transport?

The nearest stations to St. Raphael's Cathedral:

Train

4th Street (4 min walk)
Fenelon Place (4 min walk)

Bus

S Main St. at Arby's • Lines: Blue (9 min walk)
Hill St. and 5th St. • Lines: Blue (10 min walk)