Basilica of St. Lawrence, Asheville

Name: Basilica of St. Lawrence
Address: 97 Haywood St, Asheville, 28801-2852, United States
Telephone: +1 828-252-6042

#6 among attractions in Asheville

Top attraction, Reportedly haunted, Church, Neo-baroque architecture

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The Minor Basilica of St. Lawrence the Deacon & Martyr is a minor basilica of the Roman Catholic Church in downtown Asheville, North Carolina, United States. The church was designed and built in 1905 by Spanish architect Rafael Guastavino along with his fellow architect R. S. Smith and the Roman Catholic community of Asheville. Pope John Paul II elevated the status of the church to minor basilica in 1993. It is a parish church, located within the Diocese of Charlotte. It is on the National Register of Historic Places. It is the only basilica in western North Carolina. Its dome has a span of 58 by 82 feet and is reputed to be the largest, freestanding, elliptical dome in North America. Except for the foundation and brick walls, the architectural style is Catalan, with the main example being the stairs behind the altar. It is located in the Downtown Asheville Historic District. ()

Completed: 1905 (119 years ago)Coordinates: 35°35'51"N, 82°33'23"W

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97 Haywood StDowntown AshevilleAsheville 28801-2852 United States

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+1 828-252-6042

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Basilica of St. Lawrence – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: McCormick Field, The Orange Peel, Grove Arcade, Asheville Art Museum.

0.8 miSE
Arenas and stadiums, Sport complex, Sport venue
McCormick Field, Asheville
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0.5 miSE
Music and shows, Nightlife, Bars and clubs
The Orange Peel, Asheville
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~660 ftS
Architecture, Shopping centre, Gothic Revival architecture
Grove Arcade, Asheville
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~1910 ftSE
Museum, Art museum
Asheville Art Museum, Asheville
10 min walk • The Asheville Art Museum is a community-based nonprofit visual art organization in Western North Carolina and is accredited by the American Alliance of Museums. The Museum is located on the center square of downtown Asheville, 2 South Pack Square at Pack Place.
~1210 ftE
Museum, Art museum
Black Mountain College Museum + Arts Center, Asheville
6 min walk • The Black Mountain College Museum + Arts Center is an exhibition and performance space and resource center located at 120 College Street on Pack Square Park in downtown Asheville, North Carolina dedicated to preserving and continuing the legacy of educational and artistic innovations of Black Mountain College.
~1950 ftSE
Skyscraper
Jackson Building, Asheville
10 min walk • The Jackson Building is a 140 ft 15-story building in Asheville, North Carolina And is owned by the Blaney Estate such was completed in 1924 in Pack Square downtown. It was the first skyscraper in western North Carolina.
~1600 ftE
Museum, Historical place, History museum
Thomas Wolfe House, Asheville
8 min walk • The Thomas Wolfe House, also known as the Thomas Wolfe Memorial, is a state historic site, historic house and museum located at 52 North Market Street in downtown Asheville, North Carolina. The American author Thomas Wolfe lived in the home during his boyhood.
0.5 miE
Church
First Baptist Church, Asheville
13 min walk • First Baptist Church is a historic Baptist church located at Asheville, Buncombe County, North Carolina. It was designed by architect Douglas Ellington and built in 1925–1927.
0.4 miSE
Museum, Art gallery, Civic center
YMI Cultural Center, Asheville
11 min walk • Young Men's Institute Building, also known as the YMI Building, is a historic meeting hall located at Asheville, Buncombe County, North Carolina. It was designed by architect Richard Sharp Smith and built in 1892-1893. It is a 2 1/2-story, pebbledash coated masonry building with brick, stone, and wood accents.
0.5 miE
City hall
Asheville City Hall, Asheville
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0.8 miSW
35°35'14"N • 82°33'52"W
The Grey Eagle, Asheville
22 min walk • Concerts and shows, Bars and clubs, Nightlife

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Basilica of St. Lawrence?

Nearby attractions include Asheville Symphony, Asheville (2 min walk), Thomas Wolfe Auditorium, Asheville (2 min walk), Asheville Pinball Museum, Asheville (2 min walk), Pack Memorial Library, Asheville (3 min walk).

How to get to Basilica of St. Lawrence by public transport?

The nearest stations to Basilica of St. Lawrence:

Bus

Asheville Transit Center (9 min walk)
Asheville Bus Station (30 min walk)