Cathedral of St. Paul
If you’re on a hunt for the best places to take pictures in Minnesota, make sure you visit the Cathedral of St. Paul. The Cathedral of Saint Paul, National Shrine of the Apostle Paul, commonly known as St. Paul’s Cathedral, is one of the most beautiful buildings in the whole state. The distinctive copper dome of the cathedral makes it one of the most recognizable cathedrals in the United States. The building, which is one of the best examples of Beaux-Arts architecture, is comparable to the great cathedrals of Europe. The cathedral, which is typically open seven days a week. is listed as a landmark on the National Register of Historic Buildings.
The cathedral, which was built in the 1900s, is now a pilgrimage site. It has a capacity of 3000 people and a Classical Renaissance design. The cathedral, which is an active place of worship, is open to the public for much of the day, though tourist visits are discouraged during Masses and other holy services.
If you want to learn more about the history of the building, you can take a one-hour guided tour at 1 pm. These tours take place from Tuesday to Friday and will teach you quite a bit about the cathedral’s history.
- Best Time To Visit: From June To August
- Best Places To Stay: The Saint Paul Hotel, The Davidson Hotel, Celeste of St. Paul Hotel + Bar
- Website: https://www.cathedralsaintpaul.org/
- Tripadvisor Rating: 4.5/5
- Location: Minnesota
