Buenos Aires Metropolitan Cathedral
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Buenos Aires Metropolitan Cathedral

Cathedral · San Nicolas ·

Tomb of Gen. San Martin, Pope Francis' parish, baroque interior

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San Martín 27, C1004 Cdad. Autónoma de Buenos Aires, Argentina Get directions

Wheelchair accessible entrance

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San Martín 27, C1004 Cdad. Autónoma de Buenos Aires, Argentina Get directions

+54 11 4331 2845
catedralbuenosaires.org.ar
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"Visiting the Pope's Parish Up until recently, the Catedral Metropolitana was famous for a few things - the rococo altar, the Christ statue carved from algarrobo (carob) wood, the fact that it's the final resting place of the great South American liberator General Jose de San Martin. Lately the city cathedral has made headlines for something bigger - it's the parish of the former Archbishop of Buenos Aires , Jorge Mario Bergoglio, now known as Pope Francis, the first Latin American pope in history. Stop in to admire the beautiful baroque interior - and while you're here, picture the throngs of proud Argentinians who crowded into the nave on the day Bergoglio was chosen as the next pope."

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"Visiting the Pope's Parish Up until recently, the Catedral Metropolitana was famous for a few things - the rococo altar, the Christ statue carved from algarrobo (carob) wood, the fact that it's the final resting place of the great South American liberator General Jose de San Martin. Lately the city cathedral has made headlines for something bigger - it's the parish of the former Archbishop of Buenos Aires , Jorge Mario Bergoglio, now known as Pope Francis, the first Latin American pope in history. Stop in to admire the beautiful baroque interior - and while you're here, picture the throngs of proud Argentinians who crowded into the nave on the day Bergoglio was chosen as the next pope."

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A Meaningful Visit to the Cathedral of Pope Francis. The Buenos Aires Metropolitan Cathedral was a must-see on my most recent trip to the city. Visiting felt especially meaningful because Jorge Bergoglio served here as Archbishop before becoming Pope Francis. The cathedral sits on the northwestern corner of Plaza de Mayo, and its exterior is quite unexpected. It looks more like a government building than a traditional church. Once you step inside, the atmosphere changes completely. The interior is stunning, peaceful and filled with beautiful details that create a calm and reverent environment. A wonderful hidden attraction inside the cathedral is the Pope Francis Museum, which you can enter for a small fee. The museum displays important artifacts connected to Pope Francis, along with items related to Pope John Paul II and Pope Benedict. It offers a fascinating look at the history and spiritual legacy of these modern church leaders. The cathedral and the museum were both impressive. The visit was memorable and enriching, and I would recommend it to anyone exploring Buenos Aires.

Globetrotter

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While it’s history traces back to late 1500s when Jesuit friars constructed their first church using mud, wood and adobe, the present day building 3rd cathedral) was built in the late 1770s without the facade… The facade was completed in the early 1800s just before or around the independence of Argentina. As is today, this is a typical Neoclassical architecture. Simple flat lines, simple columns. Certainly none of the ostentatious decorations of the Baroque or Spanish Baroque, nor the grandeur of the Renaissance. Elegant and sturdy building nonetheless. The interior has a grand nave and aisles. High rounded ceilings. There are the typical idols as one expects from the catholic organization. This was once the seat of archbishop Bergoglio, before he was elected pope and called himself Francis. THERE ARE TWO NOTABLE FACTS about this place. 🏛️ 🏛️🏛️ this is when the remains of General San Martin lay. He is considered one of the founding fathers of Argentina who led during the May Revolution of Independence. His remains were brought from France in 1880 and placed in a mausoleum. 🎨🎨🎨 the other is a Sculpture of Barefooted Man Wrapped in Blanket on one side of the pillars near the high altar… titled “Cristo de Los Pobres”.

swapan M.

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Beautiful Cathedral, no doubt! Were luck to see the parade of the guards on Sunday ( Nov 30, 2025) and the singing performance as well! One can easily spend a long hour in this peaceful environment!

Karl B.

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A very beautiful building with amazing architecture. The changing of the guard ceremony is impressive.

Falah G.

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Metropolitan cathedral Buenos. One of the most beautiful places on earth. I have seen people drawing, some praying, some capturing photos and some crying in worship. It's beautiful. Love you Argentina from Bangladesh 🇧🇩

Öner B.

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One of Buenos Aires’ most iconic landmarks, this building houses the tomb of the great liberator José de San Martín. Majestic in scale, its architecture stands out from other colonial cathedrals in Latin America. Inside, you’ll find touches of Latin American-style baroque decoration. You’ll likely pass by it while exploring the city, and it’s well worth taking 15–20 minutes to step inside and visit.

Mel Kathleen P.

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Stunning and such a treat to visit the Cathedral of Pope Francis while he was in Buenos Aires. However, the website isn’t clear and being so outdated, difficult to navigate on mobile phones. This made finding mass times difficult. Here is a photo of the printed list of mass times, visiting hours and confessions found outside the cathedral doors.

Jozef W.

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Beautiful cathedral, building is well maintained and it's very inviting. Worth stopping in to look at if you're nearby.