Cathedral of the Holy Cross, Boston

Name: Cathedral of the Holy Cross
Address: 1400 Washington St, Boston, 02118, United States
Telephone: +1 617-542-5682

#134 among attractions in Boston

Church, Gothic Revival architecture

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Facts and practical information

The Cathedral of the Holy Cross is the cathedral of the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Boston and is the largest Roman Catholic church in New England. ()

Alternative names: Architectural style: Gothic revivalCoordinates: 42°20'27"N, 71°4'10"W

Address

1400 Washington StSouth EndBoston 02118 United States

Contact

+1 617-542-5682

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Day trips

Cathedral of the Holy Cross – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Wally's Cafe, Copley Place, Club Café, Copley Square.

0.6 miW
Dancing, Nightlife
Wally's Cafe, Boston
17 min walk • Wally's Cafe, located in the historic city of Boston, United States, stands as an iconic landmark in the world of jazz. Founded in 1947 by Joseph L. Walcott, this intimate venue is one of the oldest family-owned and operated jazz clubs in existence.
0.6 miNW
Shopping, Shopping centre
Copley Place, Boston
16 min walk • Copley Place, nestled in the historic heart of Boston, stands as an upscale shopping haven that caters to the discerning tastes of both locals and visitors alike. This premier shopping center, located in the vibrant Back Bay area, offers a luxurious shopping experience...
0.6 miN
Nightlife, Dancing
Club Café, Boston
15 min walk • Club Café, a staple of Boston's vibrant nightlife, has been a welcoming venue for the city's LGBTQ+ community and allies since its establishment in 1983. Nestled in the heart of Boston's historic South End, this multifaceted establishment at 209 Columbus Avenue offers...
0.7 miNW
Square, Farmer's market
Copley Square, Boston
19 min walk • Copley Square, nestled in the heart of Boston, United States, stands as a testament to the city's rich cultural and architectural heritage. This public square is bordered by some of the most significant buildings in Boston, including the historic Trinity Church, the...
0.6 miE
Cycling, Bike path
South Bay Harbor Trail, Boston
15 min walk • The South Bay Harbor Trail is a mixed-use path in Boston, Massachusetts opened in 2011 The rail trail extends from Ruggles Station along Melnea Cass Boulevard, across Massachusetts Avenue, along Biosquare Drive near the Massachusetts Avenue Connector, under the Southeast...
0.7 miN
Concerts and shows, Theater, Asher Benjamin
Charles Playhouse, Boston
17 min walk • The Charles Playhouse is a theater at 74 Warrenton Street Boston in the Boston Theater District. The venue comprises an approximately 500-seat mainstage, which hosts the long-running Blue Man Group, and a 200-seat second stage that hosted Shear Madness until March 2020.
~1300 ftNW
Gay village
South End, Boston
7 min walk • The South End is a neighborhood of Boston, Massachusetts. It is bordered by Back Bay, Chinatown, and Roxbury. It is distinguished from other neighborhoods by its Victorian style houses and the many parks in and around the area.
0.7 miN
Theater, Concerts and shows
Wang Theatre, Boston
19 min walk • The Wang Theatre is a theatre in Boston. It originally opened in 1925 as the Metropolitan Theatre and was later renamed the Music Hall. It was designed by Clarence Blackall and is located at 252–272 Tremont Street in the Boston Theatre District. The theatre is operated as part of the Boch Center.
0.7 miN
Theater, Concerts and shows
Shubert Theatre, Boston
18 min walk • The Shubert Theatre is a theatre in Boston, Massachusetts, at 263-265 Tremont Street in the Boston Theater District. It opened on January 24, 1910, with a production of Shakespeare's The Taming of the Shrew starring E. H. Sothern and Julia Marlowe. Architect Thomas M. James designed the building, which seats approximately 1,600 people.
~1440 ftN
Theater, Concerts and shows, Performing arts
Boston Center for the Arts, Boston
7 min walk • The Boston Center for the Arts is a 501 nonprofit visual and performing arts complex in the South End neighborhood of Boston, Massachusetts.
~1110 ftNE
Park, Playground
South End, Boston
6 min walk • The South End is a neighborhood of Boston, Massachusetts. It is bordered by Back Bay, Chinatown, and Roxbury. It is distinguished from other neighborhoods by its Victorian style houses and the many parks in and around the area.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Cathedral of the Holy Cross?

Nearby attractions include South End District, Boston (5 min walk), South End, Boston (6 min walk), Boston Sculptors Gallery, Boston (6 min walk), Blackstone Square, Boston (6 min walk).

How to get to Cathedral of the Holy Cross by public transport?

The nearest stations to Cathedral of the Holy Cross:

Bus

88 E Newton St • Lines: Ct1 (8 min walk)
E Berkeley St @ Washington St • Lines: 9 (8 min walk)

Train

Boston Back Bay (14 min walk)
Newmarket (24 min walk)

Metro

Back Bay • Lines: Orange (14 min walk)
Broadway • Lines: Red (17 min walk)

Light rail

Prudential • Lines: E (18 min walk)
Arlington • Lines: B, C, D, E (20 min walk)