Basilica of the Blessed Sacrament

The Basilica of the Blessed Sacrament, in Buenos Aires

The Basilica of the Blessed Sacrament is one of the most impressive churches of Buenos Aires. The Buenos Aires audio-guided tour stops here, with respect, to evoke this refined sanctuary, consecrated at the beginning of the twentieth century in the heart of the elegant districts.

A refined sanctuary of the elegant districts

Consecrated in 1914, the Basilica of the Blessed Sacrament, the Basílica del Santísimo Sacramento, is one of the finest churches of Buenos Aires. It was financed by a rich aristocrat of the city, Mercedes Castellanos, who also had the neighbouring Palacio San Martín built. In eclectic style, the building stands out by its slender towers and its sumptuous interior, adorned with marbles, mosaics, stained-glass windows and a great organ. Discreet among the neighbouring buildings, it shelters a decor of great richness, which makes it a remarkable place of worship.

What to see

You admire the slender towers and the sumptuous interior adorned with marbles, mosaics, stained-glass windows and a great organ, in an atmosphere of contemplation. The Basilica of the Blessed Sacrament is one of the finest churches of Buenos Aires. It is a major stop to be discovered with respect.

Practical information

The Basilica of the Blessed Sacrament lies in the elegant districts of Buenos Aires, near the Palacio San Martín, reachable on foot and by public transport. A working place of worship, it can be visited with respect for services; entry is generally free, but hours vary with celebrations. It is best to check them before coming and to respect the sacred character of the place.

Who financed the Basilica of the Blessed Sacrament of Buenos Aires?

The rich aristocrat Mercedes Castellanos, who also had the neighbouring Palacio San Martín built; the basilica was consecrated in 1914.

Where is the Basilica of the Blessed Sacrament?

In the elegant districts of Buenos Aires, near the Palacio San Martín, in Argentina.