National Shrine of St. Thérèse

What a beautiful shrine a d surrounding property. There is a gravel lot for parking and a short steep trail down to the bathroom and retreat buildings. The bathrooms were heated and very clean, which was nice this time of year. Not far from that were some of the well maintained planting areas and the gift shop. But the real gem is the causeway to the island where the shrine to St Therese is. The walk is great out to the wooded island, with plenty of sea and land animals being seen to either side. Once you reach the island, there is a trail with a series of small shrines about the life of Jesus, statuary, and peaceful quiet. Inside the beautiful church is a guest book, a place to buy a Saint's pendant, and plenty of pews to sit in quiet reflection. I'm so glad we took the time to come out here as it was a highlight of our visit to Juneau.

Wow wow wow...I have been to Juneau 4 times and this was my first visit to the national shrine of st. Terese. 100% make the time to visit regardless of you religious beliefs. The nature you will see is exquisite! If you are Catholic, the walk with the stations of the cross is incredibly moving and will raise your spirit. The love meditation garden is lovely and I could not imagine not finding some inner peace during your visit. 100% visit!!

Very nice, beautiful and breathtaking place. We have good sunny weather and view was crazy good. If you visit in time when Salman at spawning you have grate chance to come really close and see it. This was grate time and opportunity to be there. If you on cruise jut rent a car and get here it worth it.

Such a beautiful location! Very well maintained and in an amazing location. There were marmots along the trail to the Shrine of St. Thérèse.

There is an undescribable sense of peace. The church and grounds are well kept. Free public parking, short walk to the premises.

Absolutly fantastic place to visit while in Juneau. The history and peace of this place was a welcome break from the business of a cruise ship. Highly recommend.

Wonderful place. Thankful for the very friendly groundskeeper that shared great info. My favorite spot was the quiet space marked “The Gap”

Make the time to visit here. Plan to spend some meditative moments and reflection on what is most important to you. Take your time. I wish I would have had more to really absorb the essence of being there. The grounds are beautiful and inspiring.