Grace Cathedral

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 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, 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, Architecture, and Behind-the-Scenes Tours that feature fascinating stories, breathtaking architecture, and Grace Cathedral and San Francisco history, along with views of our stainedglass 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: $12
Seniors 65+: $10
Young Adults (18-22): $10
Youth (12-17): $10
Children under 12: FREE
Cultural Members: 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: $20-$30 
Seniors 65+: $18-27 
Young Adults (18-22): $18-27 
Youth (12-17): $18-27 
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. Contact us at [email protected] or 415.749.6323 for discounts and to make advanced reservations.

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.

Please note, Jacob’s Dream has been removed for repairs. There is no schedule for its reinstallation at this time.