Grace Cathedral
Plan Your Visit
Sightseeing at Grace Cathedral
Explore this awe-inspiring San Francisco icon.
Experience the wonder of Grace! Discover this striking Gothic cathedral famed worldwide for its labyrinths, Ghiberti doors, Interfaith AIDS Chapel, and inclusivity. Wander through the building as you admire the cathedral’s stunning stained glass, Aeolian-Skinner pipe organ, and religious and secular art by Keith Haring, David LaChappelle, Ansel Adams, and more. Learn about the church's history, art, religion, architecture, and social justice initiatives, along with San Francisco's history, including the 1906 fire and the founding of the United Nations. Walk one of our two labyrinths to finish your visit.
An interactive self-guided journey is included with admission or add a Guided Tour for a deeper exploration. A children’s map is also available to explore the cathedral on a treasure hunt. While your admission fee supports Grace’s inclusive mission to be welcoming to all, those seeking a private place for prayer or meditation will be welcomed at no admission cost during sightseeing hours.
Sightseeing Hours
Monday through Saturday
10 am – 5 pm and
Sunday 1 pm – 5 pm
Please note that Grace Cathedral is a working church and during your visit, you may witness organ practice, event rehearsals, services, and weddings. We may need to occasionally close for a particular event and not admit visitors during that time. We appreciate your understanding.
Sightseeing will be closed the following days:
Thursday, November 28 for Thanksgiving
Saturday and Sunday December 14, 15, 21, and 22 for our Christmas Concert series. Please note the cathedral will still be open for services.
January 6 through 10, 2025 for Facility Work
Sightseeing Admission
Self-Guided Interactive Tour
Explore the cathedral at your own pace. Visit the 14 interactive displays to learn about our history, art, religion, architecture, and social justice initiatives. The self-guided tour is included with your admission fee and is available in Spanish, Chinese, French, and Korean. A children’s map is also available.
Guided
Tours
Explore It All
Enjoy a guided tour of Grace Cathedral with one of our trained docents. We currently offer Highlights and Behind-the-Scenes Tours that feature fascinating stories, breathtaking architecture, and Grace Cathedral and San Francisco history, along with views of our stained–glass windows, murals, iconic sculptures, and other artworks! Expected time of each: 1 hour.
What to
Expect
Find the Answers You Need
There is so much to experience in our spacious and majestic cathedral. Learn what we have to offer and get answers to many questions as you plan for your visit.
Sightseeing Admission Tickets
Adults: $14
Seniors 65+: $12
Young Adults (18-22): $10
Youth (12-17): $10
Children under 12: FREE
GraceArts Members: FREE
Those seeking a private place for prayer or meditation will be welcomed at no admission cost during sightseeing hours.
Guided Tour
Tickets
Adults: $25-$35
Seniors 65+: $23-$32
Young Adults (18-22): $20-$30
Youth (12-17): $20-$30
Children under 12: FREE with accompanying adult (not applicable to Behind-the-Scenes tour)
GraceArts Members: Discounted or Free
Groups of 10
or more?
Coming with a large group to Grace Cathedral? We welcome many schools, senior centers, and tour groups. For discounts and to make advanced reservations, use the button below or email [email protected].
Visiting choirs are also welcome to experience our space in multiple unique ways.
Form a Deeper Connection
Become a GraceArts Member
Visit Grace Cathedral often or looking to engage with and support the arts? Experience the cathedral in a new exciting way – as a GraceArts cultural member!
Sign up today and become a member of this new annual program to ignite your senses and inspire meaningful connection. Members enjoy special benefits and access to a robust schedule of arts and music events, exhibitions, and cultural offerings.
Free sightseeing admission is one of the great benefits.
What You Will See
Art and Exhibits
We believe that art connects people to the depths of their souls and to the divine, so we offer a variety of ways to experience art at Grace Cathedral. Our cathedral is a work of art that is filled with works of art and we host art exhibits and programs at various times throughout the year. See what installations we currently have available, and works that have been featured in the past.