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Holy Name Cathedral

735 North State St, Chicago, IL 60611
312 787 8040
Ranked #9 of 323 attractions in Chicago
4.5 of 5 stars 45 Reviews
Type: Architectural Buildings, Religious Sites
Traveller Description: Seat  of the Chicago Catholic archdiocese. more »
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glenview il
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10 reviews 10 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 May 2012 NEW

in the heart of chicago what a beautiful church. no parking around so expect to walk a little ways

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 May 2012

It reminded me of some of the beautiful cathedrals in Europe.

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Detroit, Michigan
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10 reviews 10 reviews
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1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 May 2012

You walk in and you feel as if god has wrapped has his arms around you. The stain glass is breathtaking.

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ATL
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83 reviews 83 reviews
Reviews in 23 cities Reviews in 23 cities
41 helpful votes 41 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 May 2012

The church is simply gorgeous inside. And outside, near where the year is engraved in a stone on the building, some famous mobster from the Northside got mowed down by the Southside mob!

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Perdido Key, Florida
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28 reviews 28 reviews
Reviews in 11 cities Reviews in 11 cities
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 May 2012

I attended vigil mass and am always impressed by the beauty of the cathedral. In a world where modern churches may be built due to restricted budgets, this cathedral is truly glorious. Incredible pipe organ fills the space. Worth a visit but try to enjoy services there too!

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Helsinki, Finland
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 May 2012

magnificent stained glass! the silence and tranquility of the interior contrasts with the mood and dynamic environment.

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Southern California
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26 reviews 26 reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 May 2012

This Cathedral looks so majestic, I was immediately overcome by its beauty. Unlike the modern looking churches we have in California, this one made me feel like I was back in Europe. The intricacies of the architecture inside was breathtaking. And listening to the organ during Sunday mass was magic! A definite must see!

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haguenau
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4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 May 2012

We were there when a wedding was taking place.... just marvellous!

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Centennial, Colorado, United States
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 May 2012

This is one of the most beautiful Cathedrals I have seen. Most Cathedral's seem to be mostly ornate cement construction. This Cathedral is filled with beautiful wood. I was amused as at the end of mass, how many people stood up and started taking pictures, myself included.

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Kansas
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 April 2012

A nice piece of history here - be sure to look up, the ceiling is beautiful!

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