Catedral Metropolitana de Buenos Aires
About
La Catedral Metropolitana, also known as the Metropolitan Cathedral Buenos Aires, is Buenos Aires' most important Catholic Church and overlooks Plaza de Mayo in Downtown Buenos Aires. There have been up to six churches built on the site before the current cathedral took shape back in the 1700s. La Catedral Metropolitana boasts a mix of 18th and 19th-century neo-classical architecture, along with many religious sculptures, artworks, and altars.
Historical Significance
The Metropolitan Cathedral Buenos Aires is famed for housing the remains of General José de San Martín, the liberator of Argentina, Chile, and Peru. His mausoleum in the cathedral is guarded by Grenadier guards during the day.
Additionally, the cathedral is where Pope Francis, before becoming the Pope, celebrated many occasions. He used to travel to the Metropolitan Cathedral Buenos Aires on the Linea A subway line from the neighborhood where he lived in Flores. His connection to the cathedral adds to its historical and spiritual significance, making it a notable landmark in Buenos Aires.
Why Visit La Catedral Metropolitana?
The Cathedral Buenos Aires is one of the city's architectural gems. Visitors can attend Mass or spend time in quiet reflection, absorbing the serene and sacred atmosphere. The cathedral is also open for guided tours of the cathedral and crypt, available at certain times of the day.
Entrance to the cathedral is free and open to the public, making it an accessible and enriching experience for all visitors.
Did You Know?
The flame that burns on a lantern outside of the cathedral is in memory of General San Martín.
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How to get to Buenos Aires Cathedral:
Subway:
The nearest Subway stations are:
Linea A (Light Blue Coloured Line) - Get off at Plaza de Mayo Station.
Linea D (Green Coloured Line) - Get off at Catedral Station.
Linea E (Purple Coloured Line) - Get off at Bolívar Station.
The Cathedral is within a 2-5 minute walk from these stations.
Bus:
The following bus routes pass within a close radius to the cathedral: 5, 7, 9, 10, 17, 22, 23, 24, 28, 29, 33, 38, 39, 45, 50, 54, 56, 59, 60, 61, 62, 64, 67, 70, 74, 86, 91, 93, 100, 102, 105, 111, 116, 126, 129, 130, 142, 143, 146, 152, 159, 168, and 195.
Address:
San Martín 27
To find out more about using public transport in Buenos Aires, including details on buses, subways, trains, taxis, ride-sharing services, and how to obtain and use the SUBE card, visit the Best Way to Get Around Buenos Aires section.
Opening Times:
8.00am - 7.00pm (Monday to Friday)
9.00am - 7.30pm (Saturday & Sunday)
*Times are different on Public Holidays.
For more detailed information, please visit the official Cathedral Website.
