The white facade and twin spires of the Cathedral of St. John the Baptist in Savannah.

Free entry

Cathedral of St. John the Baptist

The Cathedral Basilica of St. John the Baptist near Lafayette Square is the mother church of the Catholic Diocese of Savannah. The French Gothic Revival building with twin spires was completed in 1876, rebuilt after a fire in 1898 and restored in 2000. Inside are stained-glass windows made in Austria and painted murals.

Good to know

Opening hours: Mon–Sat 09:00–11:30, 13:00–16:30Sun 13:00–16:30
Price: Free entry

Hours checked October 15, 2026 · source savannahcathedral.org

When to go

Today’s hoursAll weekHide week

Mon09:00–11:30 13:00–16:30

Tue09:00–11:30 13:00–16:30

Wed09:00–11:30 13:00–16:30

Thu09:00–11:30 13:00–16:30

Fri09:00–11:30 13:00–16:30

Sat09:00–11:30 13:00–16:30

Sun13:00–16:30

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Frequently asked questions

Is Cathedral of St. John the Baptist free?

Yes. Entry to Cathedral of St. John the Baptist is free.

What are the opening hours of Cathedral of St. John the Baptist?

Opening hours: Mon–Sat 09:00–11:30, 13:00–16:30 · Sun 13:00–16:30.

Free entry

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