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  • 5/5 John H. 4 years ago on Google • 148 reviews
    Fist off I would like to say that the architecture of the building is absolutely amazing. As I walked through the massive hand crafted wooden doors I felt goosebumps on my body. As I continued to explore the building there were so many things that made me feel the history in this immaculate structure. I was moved by not only the architecture but also by the religious history present. I proceeded to light a votive for my mother who is fighting Leukemia. It just so happens that she was getting her routine treatment. When I spoke to her after she got home from her treatment she went on to tell me how long the treatment had taken that day. She said she was exhausted but knew she had to drive herself home that night down dark country roads. She went on to tell me that when she got on the dark roads this bright star appeared and seemed to light the road up for her. She told me that the star shined on the road until she finally made it to the lite highway near her house. This left me speeches since I had not informed her that I lit a candle for her until the next day. I don't know if this was a coincidence or something special happening. Thanks for the opportunity to visit your magnificent building and I look forward to visiting the Church every time I visit Mobile!!
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  • 5/5 Mike L. 2 years ago on Google
    While touring Mobile Alabama, this is a MUST stop! The historic Cathedral Basilica of the immaculate conception is a beautiful and spiritual place.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 PAUL R. 3 months ago on Google • 579 reviews New
    A very spirit filled parish in the heart of Mobile. I have been to Saturday Mass here several times while traveling in town. Very spacious church with a beautiful interior. Stained glass is very impressive.

  • 5/5 Jonathan’s G. 1 year ago on Google
    Beautiful Cathedral Established more than 300 years ago 😳 please answer my intentions. 🙏
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  • 4/5 Allen P. 3 years ago on Google
    The magnificent church, modeled on Roman basilica architecture, fronts a pocket park downtown, on ground it has occupied since the early 1700s. The interior is massive. Saints and artwork decorate the ceilings and giant rotunda. Stained glass windows on either side of the nave date from the 1890s to the early 1900s. In short, without getting into the politics of religion, it’s a spectacularly ambitious cathedral. Remember to feed the poor box on the way out.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 J B. 3 years ago on Google • 28 reviews
    It's a habit when travelling with my love to visit local cathedrals and basilicas. The Basilica of the Immaculate Conception in Mobile is one of the most beautiful I've ever seen. The architecture, statuary, and surrounding grounds are incredibly beautiful and the atmosphere inside is positively supernal. Don't miss the stairs down to the smaller chapel / crypt below the main floor, and make sure you visit the statues in the grounds to the left of the main doors. A simply beautiful place and worth a visit.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Bob E. 2 months ago on Google • 421 reviews New
    Lovely building,

  • 5/5 Jason H. 3 months ago on Google • 300 reviews New
    Beautiful old cathedral

  • 5/5 Tucker L. 4 months ago on Google • 207 reviews
    I loved attending the service here. The message was very heartfelt and meeting people here was great to see so many people filled with the Holy Spirit. This is the oldest parish and religious center in the whole area. The Cathedral has been preserved extremely well. I would love to come back here on a Sunday.

  • 5/5 Roderick P. 2 months ago on Google • 180 reviews New
    Beautiful church

  • 5/5 Fred S. 2 months ago on Google • 113 reviews New
    I am Catholic, and while spending an overnight in Mobile, Alabama, on our way to visit our peeps in Florida, I saw this cathedral and had to visit. Absolutely a beautiful church, so rich in history, and simply an awesome holy place.

  • 5/5 John O. 1 year ago on Google • 112 reviews
    The wife and I love to see old places of worship where ever we go. This place was very impressive and well cared for. If you appreciate architecture this cathedral is worth taking a look at. The gardens surrounding the cathedral weren’t large but they were very nice and serene.

  • 5/5 cindy L. 3 months ago on Google • 109 reviews New
    Beautiful Cathedral filled with history and excellent for photography and worship .

  • 5/5 Polina B. 10 months ago on Google • 80 reviews
    Beautiful, peaceful and also historical cathedral. I enjoyed seeing the stained glass windows that were custom made in Germany. A small garden around the Cathedral is worth walking around, well maintained and serene.

  • 1/5 andrew s. 3 months ago on Google • 44 reviews New
    Ugly aesthetic, could have a better architectural appearance. Not worth the trip

  • 5/5 Val B. 7 months ago on Google • 40 reviews
    Photos don't give the beauty justice, amazing!

  • 5/5 Amber Jewell G. 7 months ago on Google • 30 reviews
    So beautiful! Hope to come back when we pass through Mobile and have a little more time to take it all in.

  • 5/5 Chris D. 10 months ago on Google
    Love to attend 12:10 daily Mass at Cathedral. Very traditional service with great homilies. Quite and peaceful.

  • 5/5 Carmen G. 9 months ago on Google
    Beautiful Basilica with surrounding garden.

  • 5/5 Randy H. 11 months ago on Google
    Absolutely beautiful Church!

  • 5/5 Jacqui B. 1 year ago on Google
    Beautiful cathedral and a wonderful place to pray.

  • 5/5 John 1 year ago on Google
    Beautiful church. A must see if you are visiting Mobile.

  • 5/5 Christine R. 1 year ago on Google
    Beautiful stained glass windows, impeccable marble floors and very peaceful.

  • 5/5 Bradley W. 1 year ago on Google
    Absolutely beautiful! Gorgeous stain glass windows, cozy garden outside, and a sanctuary to rival the best of them.

  • 5/5 Rex T. 1 year ago on Google
    Great cathedral! One of my favorite stained glass windows. It represents the Infant Mary being presented to the temple priest. He expression of sublime admiration is so incredible she looks like she is in a state of ecstacy. The level of admiration is only possible when one practices the height of purity and humility.

  • 5/5 Heather 1 year ago on Google
    Beautiful! This is a must see if you love history, architecture and or religion.

  • 5/5 David C. 1 year ago on Google
    Used to altar serve with my son years ago. New Archbishop is a joke compared to Lipscomb. At least the building has appeal and beauty.


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