Cathedral Basilica of Saints Peter and Paul, Philadelphia

Name: Cathedral Basilica of Saints Peter and Paul
Address: 1723 Race St, Philadelphia, 19103-1204, United States
Telephone: +1 215-561-1313

#96 among attractions in Philadelphia

Church, Sacred and religious sites, Historical place, Palladian architecture

Cathedral Basilica of Saints Peter and Paul

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Cathedral Basilica of Saints Peter and Paul, Philadelphia

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Facts and practical information

The Cathedral Basilica of Saints Peter and Paul, head church of the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Philadelphia, is located at 18th Street and the Benjamin Franklin Parkway, on the east side of Logan Square in Philadelphia. It was built between 1846 and 1864, and was designed by Napoleon LeBrun, from original plans by the Reverend Mariano Muller and the Reverend John B. Tornatore, with the dome and Palladian facade, designed by John Notman, added after 1850. The interior was largely decorated by Constantino Brumidi. ()

Alternative names: Built: 1846 (178 years ago)Architectural style: Renaissance revivalCoordinates: 39°57'27"N, 75°10'7"W

Address

1723 Race StCenter City (Logan Square)Philadelphia 19103-1204 United States

Contact

+1 215-561-1313

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Day trips

Cathedral Basilica of Saints Peter and Paul – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Liberty Place, Franklin Institute, Logan Circle, Academy of Natural Sciences of Drexel University.

~1910 ftS
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~630 ftW
Park, Historical place
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~790 ftW
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~990 ftS
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~560 ftN
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~820 ftS
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Church
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~1260 ftW
Colossal sculpture of American statesman
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~1060 ftNW
Library
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~610 ftW
Monuments and statues, Fountain
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Cathedral Basilica of Saints Peter and Paul?

Nearby attractions include Sister Cities Park, Philadelphia (2 min walk), Saint Anne Church, Philadelphia (2 min walk), Philadelphia Pennsylvania Temple, Philadelphia (3 min walk), Swann Memorial Fountain, Philadelphia (3 min walk).

How to get to Cathedral Basilica of Saints Peter and Paul by public transport?

The nearest stations to Cathedral Basilica of Saints Peter and Paul:

Train

Suburban Station (6 min walk)
Jefferson Station (17 min walk)

Metro

Race-Vine • Lines: Bsl (8 min walk)
15th Street • Lines: Mfl (10 min walk)

Tram

19th Street • Lines: 10, 11, 13, 34, 36 (9 min walk)
15th Street • Lines: 10, 11, 13, 34, 36 (10 min walk)

Bus

Broad St & S Penn Sq • Lines: 27, 4 (13 min walk)
Walnut St & 18th St • Lines: 12, 9 (13 min walk)