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Grace Cathedral

1100 California Street, San Francisco, CA 94108
415 749 6300
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Grace Cathedral
In front of the church doors and rose window
Bronze door with Biblical scenes
Old Testament Window
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Ranked #28 of 347 attractions in San Francisco
4.5 of 5 stars 51 Reviews
Type: Religious Sites
Activities: City walk sightseeing
Owner description: Grace Cathedral is home to a community where the best of Episcopal tradition courageously embraces innovation and open-minded conversation, where... more » Owner description: Grace Cathedral is home to a community where the best of Episcopal tradition courageously embraces innovation and open-minded conversation, where inclusion is expected and people of all faiths are welcomed, where beliefs are put into action and where people are encouraged to seek God and progress on their own spiritual journeys. The cathedral itself, a renowned San Francisco landmark, serves as a magnet, where diverse people gather to worship, celebrate, seek solace, converse and learn.Famed as a destination for visitors from all over the world, the cathedral is known for its striking architecture, stained glass, singular collection of art, and Interfaith AIDS Memorial Chapel. « less
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Albuquerque, NM
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10 reviews 10 reviews
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9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
“Walk the labyrinths here”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 May 2012

Enjoy the indoor limestone labyrinth or the outdoor terrazzo labyrinth. Take a break from frantic touring for a meditative journey within.

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ks
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40 reviews 40 reviews
Reviews in 16 cities Reviews in 16 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
“Nice but not exceptional.”
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 May 2012

While Grace Cathedral is a beautiful building, it is not so exceptional as world churches go, even the labyrinth.

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Bendigo
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16 reviews 16 reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
“A lovely Cathedral”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 May 2012

It is lovely to walk up the hill to this wonderful Cathedral and once inside to sit and enjoy the ambience or meditate and pray. If these are not your thing just to walk Labyrinth .There is one inside and also another outside.

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Los Angeles, CA, U.S.A.
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16 reviews 16 reviews
Reviews in 10 cities Reviews in 10 cities
9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
“Beautiful Cathedral and Labyrinth”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 April 2012

We went here to visit this beautiful cathedral which was built in the style of Notre Dame. The true beauty is within its walls where the stained glass windows are some of the best I've seen outside of Europe. Also, there is a Labyrinth that is a copy of the one in Chartres Cathedral in France. Remove your shoes, and... More

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Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
“Look at the Doors and attend an event”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 April 2012
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Grace Catheral is located on Nob Hill which is a highend site near highend hotels. It is eaisly reached by Cable Car and certainly worth a visit but best if there is an actual church service or musical event. When I first vsited Florence Italy I ran to see the Babistry Doors in the Dumo. They were gone. Apparently these... More

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4 reviews 4 reviews
“Jawdropping”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 April 2012

I'm not a religious person, but every time I enter this cathedral I'm taken aback and in a sense wish I was religious. It's a great place for photography and for solitude. It's not very busy as other huge Cathedrals such as St. Patrick's in NYC, and you may oftentimes find yourself alone or with 5 or 6 other people... More

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3 reviews 3 reviews
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“A must see”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 April 2012

What can I say - I love old churches and this one is beautiful.

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San Rafael, California
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9 reviews 9 reviews
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“One of san francisco's treasures- a spiritua Experience”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 April 2012

OK, I am biased. I am Episcopalian and grew up in a smaller version of Grace Cathedral. I live here in SF and I was also recently married at Grace Cathedral. It was an unbelievably exciting and spiritual experience to walk down that aisle. Grace is the 3 rd largest cathedral in the US. It has a school attached to... More

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Pensacola, Florida
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72 reviews 72 reviews
Reviews in 15 cities Reviews in 15 cities
20 helpful votes 20 helpful votes
“Beautiful church especially for Episcopalians”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 April 2012

The church has incredible architecture exterior and interior. It is truly a great place to visit and contemplate. As an Episcopalian, I wish we could have attended for worship. It is a European Cathedral on the West Coast. The interior has beautiful murals depicting this history of the area and significant dates for the church. However, for me there were... More

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San Rafael, California
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23 reviews 23 reviews
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2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
“Nice place to stop on your tour around the city.”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 April 2012

This is such a lovely stop. It is a quiet and sacred spot. If you have the time attend Sunday Mass. Really you will love it.

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