San Francisco Churches & Cathedrals

San Francisco’s religious architecture features the 1776 Mission Dolores Basilica, the city's oldest surviving building, and the modernist Cathedral of Saint Mary of the Assumption. Grace Cathedral showcases French Neo-Gothic design, while Old Saint Mary's Cathedral stands as California's first cathedral. This collection covers Catholic, Episcopal, Lutheran, Presbyterian, and Baptist sites, representing architectural styles from Spanish Colonial to contemporary modernism across various city neighborhoods.

Mission Dolores Basilica

Historic Catholic basilica founded in 1776, featuring colonial architecture and serving as both a place of worship and religious museum.

Grace Cathedral

Completed in 1964, this Episcopal cathedral is a well-known tourist destination which frequently appears in books and movies.

Cathedral of Saint Mary of the Assumption

Also known as St. Mary's Cathedral, this rather modern church is not only a religious site, but also an interesting architectural attraction.

Old Saint Mary's Cathedral

The Old Cathedral of St. Mary of the Immaculate Conception is a proto-cathedral and parish of the Roman Catholic Church located at 660…

Carmelite Chapel and Monastery Cristo Rey

Catholic monastery home to a community of cloistered nuns.

Ocean Avenue Presbyterian Church

House of worship located in the Ingleside neighborhood.

West Portal Lutheran Church

Church and parochial school serving the surrounding neighborhood.

Fountain of Life Church

Baptist place of worship.

Calvary Baptist Church

Congregation located in the Oceanview neighborhood.

Bethel Lutheran Church

Church located in the Oceanview neighborhood.