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Cathedral-Basilica of St. Peter and St. Paul

Tourist attraction Cathedral Catholic cathedral

One of the Best Places To Visits in Kaunas


Address

Vilniaus gatvė 1, 44281 Kaunas, Lithuania

Website

www.kaunoarkikatedra.lt

Contact

+370 37 324093

Rating on Google Maps

4.80 (1.9K reviews)

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Working Hours

  • Thursday: 7:55 am to 6:55 pm
  • Friday: 7:55 am to 6:55 pm
  • Saturday: 7:55 am to 6:55 pm
  • Sunday: 7:55 am to 6:55 pm
  • Monday: 7:55 am to 6:55 pm
  • Tuesday: 7:55 am to 6:55 pm
  • Wednesday: 7:55 am to 6:55 pm

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  • 5/5 Nasir M. 4 years ago on Google
    Nice architectural design of building recommend to visit
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 1/5 Jonmmm 3 years ago on Google
    Religion is a scam
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Dina b. 3 years ago on Google
    Nice church
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Thermoman69691 4 years ago on Google
    Noticed this place from a distance, and of course had to investigate. Wasn’t expecting such magnificent inside, and spent a good 2hrs walking around. Can’t believe how tall the main ceiling was, absolutely mind blowing for the time when built. If visiting then well worth the trip. In general Lithuania is wonderful all over... will sure be back for the third time soon.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Marko K. 1 year ago on Google
    A nice historical church worth a visit. I give it 5 stars because of this, but I had a very strange experience here. For me it felt empty, lost, dead. Hard to feel calm inside this church. I usually find myself calm and relaxed in churches but not here. Something made me just want to leave the church. I stayed for about 15 minutes but when I got out I felt a bit stressed, disturbed and irritated. This is just my reflection and hopefully it will not be yours.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Adam L. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) beauty and sacred all in one, we were on a sunny day, the play of lights is impressive and architecture is about making even the sun harmonize (Original) piękno i sacrum w jednym, byliśmy w słoneczny dzień, gra świateł robi wrażenie i w architekturze o to chodzi aby nawet słońce współgralo
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 3/5 david h. 1 year ago on Google
    Nice architecture but not the grandest out there. Surrounded by construction works at the moment too.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Inga 5. 2 years ago on Google
    Beautiful area for walking around and enjoy architecture, old stone streets in old town and river Neris & Nemunas panoramic views. Its old town area, near city castle and confluence of the 2 rivers. From Old town can walk directly to centre city and central city street - Laisves aleja, here many coffee shops, restaurants...
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Stase M. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) This cathedral of Kaunas is unique it will not compare with other churches who have not visited it yet, be sure not to go (Original) Ši Kauno katedra yra unikali jos nesulyginsi su kitomis bažnyčiomis kas dar neaplanke jos būtinai nuvykit nepasigailesit pamate ją
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Vida R. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Beautiful and majestic ... Now the internal handling is going on, not everything can be seen inside ... (Original) Graži ir didinga... Dabar vyksta vidaus tvarkymas, tai viduje dar ne viską galima matyti...
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 bread x. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) I cruelly like it here as in paradise. Brutally beautiful 😍😍😍. 10/10. I hope that Kaunas will soon become the capital of Lithuania. Ps. I don't believe in god (Original) Man žiauriai čia patinka kaip rojuje. Žiaurei gražu 😍😍😍. 10/10. Tikuosi kad kaunas greitai pavirs lietuvos sostinė. Ps. Netikiu dievu
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Wienek S. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) While walking around the old part of Kaunas, it is impossible not to notice this building, but from the outside it does not make any special impression, of course, the date of commencement of construction is worth mentioning, namely the year 1413, three years after the Battle of Grunwald, so important for us and for Lithuanians, I think too. Only when you go inside, the building unfolds its full splendor. I definitely recommend visiting. (Original) Spacerując po starej części Kowna nie sposób nie zauważyć tej budowli, jednakże z zewnątrz nie robi jakiegoś specjalnego wrażenia, oczywiście zasługuje na wspomnienie data rozpoczęcia budowy mianowicie rok 1413, trzy lata po bitwie pod Grunwaldem jakże dla nas ważnej i dla Litwinów myślę, że też. Dopiero wchodząc do środka, budowla roztacza przed nami pełnię swojej wspaniałości. Polecam zdecydowanie odwiedzić.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Cam G. 6 years ago on Google
    Great experience, wonderful history and beautifully decorated church. Lots of different stuff to admire and marvel at.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 3/5 Suthira O. 9 months ago on Google
    Nothing particularly special, but it's near other sights anyway.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 L P. 7 years ago on Google
    One of my favourite Cathedrals: sacral atmosphere, beautiful decos!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Stasys B. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Especially sacred, spacious, but very cozy .. (Original) Ypatingai sakralu,erdvu,bet labai jauku..

  • 5/5 Sandro García S. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) A must visit one of the two cathedrals that Kaunas owns. Very beautiful and decorated inside. Located in the center. (Original) Visita obligada a una de las dos catedrales que posee Kaunas. Muy bonita y decorada por dentro. Ubicada en pleno centro.

  • 5/5 Audrius B. 4 years ago on Google
    One of most popular tourist attractions in city.

  • 5/5 Rasa R. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Beautiful (Original) Gražu

  • 5/5 Sigitas B. 2 years ago on Google
    Remarkable landmark of the down town and the city of Kaunas.

  • 5/5 Sigitas O. 3 years ago on Google
    Su meile ir šviesa 🙏❤️

  • 5/5 Balys A. 4 years ago on Google
    The most important Catholic Church in Kaunas. Unique for it's highly eclectic architectural style. While facade is mostly Gothic style, interior is dominated by Baroque style.

  • 5/5 Valdas D. 4 years ago on Google
    Historical place, I would differently recommend visiting it

  • 5/5 Rob P. 5 years ago on Google
    If you're in Kaunas' Old Town, then you should visit the Cathedral Basilica of Ss. Peter & Paul. You might not expect much from seeing the plain exterior, but inside is truly splendid. Large triple nave, huge arches, numerous side altars, a chapel for adoration of the Most Blessed Sacrament, glorious high altar. Don't miss the large paintings high up along the nave depicting key moments in the lives of the church's patron saints -- Peter and Paul.

  • 5/5 Noah B. U. 4 years ago on Google
    As far as churches go, it isn't bad at all. It has a really calm and soothing atmosphere and visually, it's quite stunning. Overall it's a good cathedral.

  • 5/5 Greta T. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Very nice! (Original) Labai gražu!

  • 5/5 Mátyás K. 4 years ago on Google
    The cathedral of Kaunas is the spritual center of the archdiocese. It has a beautiful interior and a living religional life. It fits weel in the oldtown of Kaunas holding the memories of the past centuries. On one of the side-altars the blood-relic of pope Saint John Paul II. is exhibited.

  • 2/5 Klaus W. 4 years ago on Google
    Based on the derelict exterior, nothing special Was locked at the time of my visit, came back hours later still locked

  • 5/5 In S. 1 year ago on Google
    Beautiful place.

  • 5/5 Cirrus S. 6 months ago on Google
    Beautiful, well maintained brick cathedral, being 84 m long, 28 m height and 34 m wide, is the largest Gothic church in Lithuania. The Chapel of the Blessed Sacrament, built in 1895, is an independent extension of the southern nave with carved wood furnishings in the neo-gothic style. It is a huge building that brings peace in the middle of the city.

  • 5/5 Gordon S. 6 months ago on Google
    The Cathedral Basilica of Peter and Paul is a Roman Catholic cathedral in Kaunas, Lithuania. The stately red brick building prominently set in the heart of Old Kaunas holds an absolutely amazing interior. The first hint of things to come is found in the intricate carvings on the entrance doors. Inside, the soaring ceiling coupled with the vast number of white marble statues and gold ornate fixtures is literally breath-taking. I was totally surprised and humbled to visit such a beautiful space.

  • 5/5 Ann R. 4 months ago on Google
    We are blessed to be able to attend the Sunday mass in the cathedral. It is a beautiful church with so much history in it. Admiring the paintings of the blessed Mother of God, St. Joseph with child Jesus and other saints for Catholics like my husband and I was a privileged.

  • 5/5 Jeffery S. 8 months ago on Google
    Beautiful! Lovely chorus singing praises above next to the organ!

  • 5/5 Simone D. 8 months ago on Google
    This cathedral is big and color full. The are many sculptures and the variety of colours give a particular tone to the ceiling. It’s really beautiful and it’s totally worthy to be seen.

  • 5/5 Iryna P. 8 months ago on Google
    The most wonderful and the biggest cathedral of Kaunas) It is located not far from the Rathaus in the Old Town. Construction of the cathedral began in 1413 and finished in 1655. It was made a minor basilica in 1921. Despite the restrained facade, the interior of the building is striking in its magnificence. You will be impressed with the fabulous interior decoration. There are beautiful icons and unique paintings on the church's walls. Well-kept area and renovated building. Must visit 💯

  • 5/5 Nikos G. 8 months ago on Google
    From the outside it does not look great, possible because of the red bricks which are used in many gothic style buildings in Kaunas and the humble design. The internal decoration is a completely other story. The frescoes in the walls, the paints are brilliant and the altar astonishing. When you look inside you completely understand why this building is a cathedral.

  • 5/5 Anibal M. 9 months ago on Google
    Gorgeous cathedral

  • 5/5 Fenya K. 1 year ago on Google
    I really liked this beautiful church with such a vibrant colourful interior! I would definitely recommend a visit. Just sit there, close your eyes and relax.

  • 5/5 Caitlyn B. 1 year ago on Google
    Beautiful church. Stopped in and got to see a wedding!

  • 5/5 Sungraiz Ali K. 1 year ago on Google
    Kaunas cathedral's interior is incredible.. ⬇️ This is the largest Gothic church in Lithuania, built in the 17th century standing till this date. I love this picture, especially because all the sculptures are giving a strong character to this picture + the sunlight is complimenting all the highlight points in the sculptures. There is just so much detail in it. 👌 Also, I was happen to be there at the right time: it wasn't very crowded. However, if I paint the scenario in my head, I would really love if there is a person in a brownish/orangish coat standing and observing the beauty under the sun rays in this picture. 🤔 It is considered an important church(I am guessing): Since it is a "Basilica," which means it has been designated by the pope because it carries special spiritual, historical, and/or architectural significance. Once, a church has been considered as "Basilica," it can't lose its status. The pictures don't really do justice to the feelings attached with being in some place in person, its true for this place as well. When one whispers, the walls talks back, like if it has a soul

  • 5/5 Chester C. 1 year ago on Google
    Not much too look at from the outside. But step inside and it's an OMG moment. The sculptures and ceiling are well worth a visit alone. The alter is well.........go look for yourself.

  • 5/5 Hussain M. 1 year ago on Google
    Very beautiful church with mixture of many artifacts from different eras.

  • 5/5 Garrett F. 1 year ago on Google
    The outside is nothing too special, but the true beauty of this cathedral is on the inside.

  • 5/5 Stanislav N. 1 year ago on Google
    Absolutely must-see in Kaunas

  • 5/5 Elina O. 1 year ago on Google
    The most beautiful church in Kaunas. The outside is modest but inside is stunning.

  • 5/5 Robertas B. 2 years ago on Google
    Amazing church so beautiful worthy to see

  • 5/5 Jörg M. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Everything about this church is very impressive, especially the altar with its very large sculptures (Original) Alles an dieser Kirche ist schwer beeindruckend , vor allem der Altar mit seinen sehr grossen Skulpturen

  • 5/5 zita a. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Amazing archcathedral (Original) Nuostabi arkikatedra

  • 5/5 米大 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Beautiful church (Original) 美しい教会

  • 4/5 Iolanda L. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) I liked it, outside and inside too (Original) Mi è piaciuta, fuori e anche dentro

  • 5/5 Zita P. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) I advise everyone to go to this church, for a quiet environment, and for reflection. (Original) Patariu visiems nueiti i sia baznycia,rami aplinka,ir apmastymams.

  • 5/5 Irena D. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) A wonderful place to uplift the Spirit (Original) Nuostabi vieta, pakylėjanti Dvasią

  • 5/5 Povilas B. 3 years ago on Google
    Gothics style church calling.

  • 5/5 Girmante S. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Extraordinary beauty (Original) Nepaprasto grožio

  • 5/5 Tadas 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Very wonderful (Original) Labai nuostabu

  • 5/5 Antanas U. 3 years ago on Google
    5 Stars

  • 5/5 Sylwester S. 4 years ago on Google
    History of this city of our civilisation. Must see.

  • 5/5 Keerthivash C. 5 years ago on Google
    A must visit in Kaunas old town!

  • 5/5 Fabio V. 4 years ago on Google
    Outside one of the most important architecture Romanic stile example.. and inside classic Baroque, one of the "must see" in Kaunas.

  • 5/5 Beat u. 4 years ago on Google
    It's most of the beautiful cathedrals in Kaunas, interior decor and atmosphere it's just great

  • 5/5 Ramil R. 6 years ago on Google
    Amazing historical monument. So beautiful. I make it's model. It is different way of handicraft (combination of Cathedral without glue ) I will show at here after finishing .

  • 5/5 Tautvydas �. 4 years ago on Google
    The most beautiful church in all Lithuania - do not leave Kaunas without coming here :)

  • 5/5 Renatas S. 4 years ago on Google
    Interesting place to see and visit. Although from the outside it's has that tough romanic look, inside it's nice and holy and pretty ave taking. So don't be vary of this place, it's worth to see and maybe toss a few euro for the holy cause of it all.

  • 5/5 Cyrus K. 4 years ago on Google
    Love this place. Try visiting when it's raining and then stand in door. The view is amazing ❤

  • 4/5 VIRGILIJUS R. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) The cathedral (Original) Katedra

  • 5/5 Jurgita G. 3 years ago on Google
    Awesome place

  • 5/5 g t. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Very nice inside (Original) Labai grazu viduje

  • 5/5 Neringa D. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Kaunas Arkiatedra and its office with a white angel perched on the handrail. I like to hang out in the yards;) (Original) Kauno arkiatedra ir jos raštinė su baltu angelu, nutūpusiu ant turėklų. Mėgstu landžioti po kiemelius;)

  • 5/5 Mantas B. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Very nice (Original) Labai gražu

  • 5/5 Inese K. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Very beautiful, rich, I really like that every church is open! (Original) Ļoti skaista, bagātīga!Man ļoti patīk, ka ir atvērts katrs dievnams!

  • 5/5 7893 0. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) The appearance is wonderful, but the inside is more majestic. (Original) 外観も素晴らしいが、中はもっと荘厳。

  • 5/5 Valdas G. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) I really enjoyed the baptism - a wonderful priest (Original) Krikštynos labai patiko - nuostabus kunigas

  • 5/5 Martynas P. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Amazing church. Thank you to the priest brothers for their services. (Original) Nuostabi bažnyčia. Ačiū broliams kunigams už patarnavimus.

  • 5/5 David D. 4 years ago on Google
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  • 5/5 Birute L. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Magnificent architecture, a unique sacred place in its history (Original) Didinga arhitektūra,unikali savo istorija sakrali vieta

  • 5/5 Sandra S. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) A wonderful man and priest Evaldas. Many thanks from the newly formed family. (Original) Nuostabus žmogus ir kunigas Evaldas. Didelis ačiū nuo naujai sukurtos šeimos.

  • 5/5 Nida M. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) When you enter, you will be amazed by the restored altars and their decor. The calm atmosphere. (Original) Užėjus vidun, nustebina restauruoti altoriai ir jų dekoras.Rami atmosfera.

  • 5/5 Artūras B. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) It is one of the most beautiful Cathedrals (Original) Tai viena iš gražiausių Katedrų-Šventovių

  • 5/5 Eglė R. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Very nice archcathedral, restored. (Original) Labai graži arkikadetra, atrestauruota.

  • 5/5 Audrius M. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) There is such peace here .... (Original) Čia tokia ramybė....

  • 5/5 Thomas G. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Very pretty church (Original) Sehr hübsche Kirche

  • 5/5 andi mit i. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Very nice church with some details that you only see when you look a second time. (Original) Sehr schöne Kirche mit einigen Details, die man erst beim zweiten mal Hinsehen, erkennt.


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