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Cathedral Basilica of Saints Peter and Paul

Schedule updated Jun 15, 2026 · 64 services this week

This Weekend

Saturday Vigil

4:15 p.m.
Confession (before Mass)
5:15 p.m.
Mass
tags: vigil

Sunday

8:00 a.m.
Mass
9:30 a.m.
Mass
11:00 a.m.
tags:
12:30 p.m.
Massspanish
chapel
6:30 p.m.
Mass

Weekly Schedule

Monday

7:15 a.m.
MassCathedral Chapel
tags: chapel
11:30 a.m.
ConfessionsCathedral Basilica
12:05 p.m.
MassCathedral Chapel
tags: chapel

Tuesday

7:15 a.m.
MassCathedral Chapel
tags: chapel
11:30 a.m.
ConfessionsCathedral Basilica
12:05 p.m.
MassCathedral Chapel
tags: chapel

Wednesday

7:15 a.m.
MassCathedral Chapel
tags: chapel
11:30 a.m.
ConfessionsCathedral Basilica
12:05 p.m.
MassCathedral Chapel
tags: chapel

Thursday

7:15 a.m.
MassCathedral Chapel
tags: chapel
11:30 a.m.
ConfessionsCathedral Basilica
12:05 p.m.
MassCathedral Chapel
tags: chapel

Friday

7:15 a.m.
MassCathedral Chapel
tags: chapel
11:30 a.m.
ConfessionsCathedral Basilica
12:05 p.m.
MassCathedral Chapel
tags: chapel

Saturday

12:05 p.m.
MassCathedral Chapel
tags: chapel
4:15 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.
ConfessionsBasilica
5:15 p.m.
MassBasilica
tags: vigil

Sunday

8:00 a.m.
MassBasilica
9:00 a.m.
ConfessionsBasilica
9:30 a.m.
MassBasilica
11:00 a.m.
MassLivestreamBasilica
tags:
11:45 a.m. – 12:15 p.m.
ConfessionsspanishCathedral Chapel
chapel
12:00 p.m.
ConfessionsspanishCathedral Chapel
note: by appointment; chapel
12:30 p.m.
MassspanishCathedral Chapel
chapel
5:30 p.m.
ConfessionsBasilica
6:30 p.m.
MassBasilica

Monthly Services

11:00 a.m.
Mass – Third Sundaylatin
3rd of month; Oct-May
12:35 p.m.
Adoration – First FridayCathedral Chapel
tags: chapel; exposition

What visitors say about Cathedral Basilica of Saints Peter and Paul

Community Insights

The church is known for its grand architecture, artwork, and stained glass, which many find awe-inspiring and beautiful.

Attending Sunday mass can be a deeply spiritual experience, with some visitors feeling closer to God.

Weekday visits during the holiday season can be less crowded, offering a chance to explore the building with fewer people.

The basilica offers mass in Spanish on Sundays.

A priest at the church has been noted for blessing items, bringing joy to visitors.

Plan for nearby parking garages, which can be costly, and allow 1-2 hours to fully tour the basilica.

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18th St and Benjamin Franklin Pkwy, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19103

Schedule updated Jun 15, 2026 · 64 services this week