What to do and see in United States, United States: The Best Churches & Cathedrals

June 27, 2021 Roger Rusk

Spanning 2,800 miles (4,506 kilometers) from east to west, the US is a vast patchwork of landscapes and metropolises. From Arizona’s red-rocked canyons and California’s coastal beaches to New York’s big city and Virginia’s storied past, it covers any topic any traveler could want or need.
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1. Cathedral Basilica of Saint Louis

4431 Lindell Blvd at Newstead Ave, Saint Louis, MO 63108-2403 +1 314-373-8242 [email protected] http://cathedralstl.org/friends-of-the-cathedral/cathedral-tours
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5.0 based on 3,034 reviews

Cathedral Basilica of Saint Louis

The Mother Church of the Archdiocese of Saint Louis, the superstructure of the Cathedral was built between 1907 and 1914. The Cathedral's 100th Anniversary is being celebrated in 2014. It is known for its' beautiful interior mosaics, which took nearly 80 years to create using more than 41 million pieces of glass tesserae. The Cathedral is known for having one of the largest mosaic collections in the Western Hemisphere.

Reviewed By Kat26S - Plainfield, United States

The craftsmanship, the history, the reverence of the Cathedral is so very impressive. Take the free tour! We did go to the museum downstairs, and that helps put in perspective the talents, the time, and the vision that created the mosaic masterpieces you see in the cathedral. It's an amazing place to see no matter your faith is. I've been to St. Louis multiple times and never knew about this place.

2. Wayfarers Chapel

5755 Palos Verdes Dr S, Rancho Palos Verdes, CA 90275-5950 +1 310-377-1650 [email protected] https://www.wayfarerschapel.org/
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5.0 based on 395 reviews

Wayfarers Chapel

Wayfarers Chapel is nestled in a grove of towering redwood trees. Lloyd Wright designed the Chapel out of glass, wood, and stone elements that come together at 30 and 60 degree angles. It opened in 1951 to serve as a place for all wayfarers on life's journey to stop and give glory to God and is famous for its organic architecture. With its breathtaking views of the Pacific Ocean and Catalina Island, the 3.5 acres that the Chapel sits on feature beautifully landscaped gardens with trees forming arbored walkways leading to gardens replicating the forest floor, expansive lawns, an outdoor amphitheater, and a rose garden with a walk of honor featuring engraved pavers. Wayfarers Chapel is a Swedenborgian church that welcomes people of all faiths to their worship services and to celebrate other important passages of life, including memorial services, baptisms, and weddings. It is listed on the National Register of Historic Places and is the National Memorial to Emanuel Swedenborg.

Reviewed By waynefromcali - Yucaipa, United States

The beautiful Wayfarers Chapel located in Rancho Palos Verdes California is a beautiful chapel overlooking the Pacific Ocean. Designed by the son of Frank Lloyd Wright,Frank Wright,this chapel is made almost entirely of glass and nautical type woods.Thousands of couples have "tied the knot" in this scenic location overlooking the beautiful Pacific Ocean in Rancho Palos Verdes. . . . #wayfarerschapel #ranchopalosverdes #wedding #marriage #californiasoul # californiadreamin #californiadreaming #waynesalvatti #photografxworldwide

3. Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception

400 Michigan Ave NE, Washington DC, DC 20017-1566 +1 202-526-8300 [email protected] http://www.nationalshrine.com
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5.0 based on 1,893 reviews

Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception

Reviewed By MargaretMary_Z - Washington DC, United States

You will want to spend your time in place, you might even feel compelled to sit and wonder, pondering the great and powerful love of the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit. Oh, yeah, and you'll see every icon of every title you've ever heard of the Holy Blessed Mother of God. Mass at the Crypt church is extraordinary, Mass at the Upper Church will expand your Spirit, reconciliation will reunite you to God and you might even be blessed enough to get some spiritual direction! You will see nuns, monks, students, teachers and seekers,. You will feel the breath of God, and you will hear Angels sing!

4. Cathedral Basilica of the Sacred Heart

89 Ridge St, Newark, NJ 07104-1029 +1 973-484-4600 http://www.cathedralbasilica.org/
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5.0 based on 206 reviews

Cathedral Basilica of the Sacred Heart

Reviewed By joselejinpj - Bengaluru, India

Beautiful architecture. Nice interiors and ambience. It has a large pipe organ. Cathedral Basilica of the Sacred Heart is the seat of the Archdiocese of Newark. Cathedral Basilica holds concerts open to the public throughout the year. Good parking space.

5. St. Lorenz Lutheran Church

1030 W Tuscola St, Frankenmuth, MI 48734-9200 +1 989-652-6141 http://www.stlorenz.org
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5.0 based on 126 reviews

St. Lorenz Lutheran Church

Reviewed By robbygc - Toronto, Canada

This St. Lorenz Lutheran Church was founded in 1845 by German immigrants who came to Saginaw Valley. Church on Sunday is at 6:00 and 9:30 A,M. They have a cemetery. They have stained-glass windows. The cross is at the very top. They also have lots of flowers. The organ is beautiful! They have a tower and a steeple. The church was built with red bricks. It is gorgeous! Wow!

6. The Church of the Cross

110 Calhoun Street, Bluffton, SC 29910 +1 843-757-2661 http://www.thechurchofthecross.net/
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5.0 based on 419 reviews

The Church of the Cross

Reviewed By txnerd61

Any trip to the Hilton Head/Bluffton area warrant time set aside to see this beautiful old church overlooking the ocean. Having seen churches all over the world this wood structure rivals any with its unique style and location.

7. St. Raphael Church

3011 Hapa Rd, Koloa, Kauai, HI 96756-9799 +1 808-742-1955 http://www.st-raphael-kauai.org
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5.0 based on 78 reviews

St. Raphael Church

Oldest Catholic Church in Hawaii, built in 1841, beautiful gardens and grounds. Walk the stations of the cross, overlooking the ocean surrounded by green mountains. Spiritual place, quiet, peaceful and lovely.

Reviewed By btgarner2013 - Saint Amant, United States

The oldest Catholic Church in Hawaii. Beautiful place. Nice grounds. Out of the way on a dead end road but easy to get to.

8. Basilica of the Sacred Heart

114 Coleman Morse Ctr University of Notre Dame, South Bend, IN 46556-4617 +1 574-631-7800 http://campusministry.nd.edu/basilica-of-the-sacred-heart/
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5.0 based on 675 reviews

Basilica of the Sacred Heart

Reviewed By A6261TZrobertm - Darby, United States

I have visited this Basilica many times and it is a beautiful place of worship. Always go there after a Notre Dame Home football game on an annual trip for Catholic Mass Beautiful interior and Statuary.

9. Corpus Christi Catholic Church

1050 Celebration Ave, Celebration, Orlando, FL 34747-4867 +1 321-939-1491 http://www.celebrationcatholic.org
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5.0 based on 93 reviews

Corpus Christi Catholic Church

Reviewed By Pollydolly123 - Scottish Borders, United Kingdom

Been attending Corpus Christi for many years,even when mass was being held in Celebration High School.The service is always beautiful and the congregation are so welcoming and friendly. The church is absolutely beautiful and is well worth a visit

10. Saint Theresa Roman Catholic Church

25 W Lipoa St, Kihei, Maui, HI 96753-8128 +1 808-879-4844 http://www.saint-theresa.com/
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5.0 based on 187 reviews

Saint Theresa Roman Catholic Church

Reviewed By X9459GDmichaeld - Los Ranchos de Albuquerque, United States

We attended a Saturday evening mass..The parish members were very welcoming and the priest very warm and friendly.. We enjoyed the mass.

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