Cathedral Basilica of St. Augustine, St. Augustine

The Cathedral Basilica of Saint Augustine is a Catholic church that stands across from the Constitution Square (Plaza de la Constitución) on Cathedral Place. It was constructed in the 1790s and, after a fire in 1887, was rebuilt with help provided by oil magnate Henry Flagler. The church features gorgeous Spanish Renaissance architecture. Added in the 19th century was a striking six-story bell tower.

The cathedral's grand interior is Spanish in style. It features a stunning open-timbered red ceiling with exquisitely decorated cross beams. Lining the walls are murals depicting missionaries plus the history of the Catholic church and the city of Saint Augustine. The murals were painted on individual wood panels by artist Hugo Ohlms.

The high altar is ornately designed in white and gold. Exquisite stained glass windows add color to the beautiful church interior. There are two lovely side chapels to the east and west of the central nave. The cathedral also boasts two organs, including a Casavant Frères pipe organ and a Colby-Walker organ.

This house of worship offers daily Mass and Saturday confession. Visitors can take a guided tour for a behind-the-scenes look at the cathedral and its history. In 1970, the Cathedral Basilica of Saint Augustine was designated a National Historic Landmark.