
Grace Cathedral
San Francisco, California
Grace Cathedral is a Catholic church located in San Francisco, California. As a Catholic parish, it is part of the Roman Catholic Church and adheres to Catholic teachings and traditions. Visitors to the cathedral can expect to participate in the Mass, which is the central act of Catholic worship, along with other sacraments and religious services. The Catholic Church emphasizes community, prayer, and spiritual development through its liturgical practices and educational programs. The cathedral typically offers regular Mass times throughout the week and on Sundays, confession services, and opportunities for prayer and reflection. Members and visitors of all backgrounds are welcome to attend services and engage with the parish community. Grace Cathedral serves as a spiritual center for Catholics in the San Francisco area and provides a space for worship, fellowship, and religious instruction in accordance with Catholic doctrine and practice.
Last updated August 2026

Congregation size
1,000-5,000
Plan Your Visit
Grace Cathedral is an Episcopal cathedral located atop Nob Hill in San Francisco, featuring an impressive array of art and architectural elements including murals, a replica of the famous Gates of Paradise, and contemporary installations like Keith Haring's AIDS chapel altarpiece. Visitors can experience two labyrinths, multiple organs, a bell carillon, and varied stained glass throughout the cathedral. The building itself represents over a century of history, having been constructed beginning in 1927 after the original parish structure was destroyed in the 1906 earthquake.
What to See
- ›Murals by Jan Henryk De Rosen
- ›Replica of Ghiberti's Gates of Paradise
- ›Keith Haring AIDS chapel altarpiece
- ›Two labyrinths
- ›Stained glass windows
- ›Forty-four bell carillon
- ›Three organs
- ›Medieval and contemporary furnishings
- ›Our Lady of the Flowers by David LaChapelle
Tours & Experiences
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