Saint Ignatius Church

Saint Ignatius Church, in San Francisco

Saint Ignatius Church is an imposing religious building that dominates San Francisco with its two high towers. The San Francisco audio-guided tour stops here, with respect, to evoke this monumental sanctuary, linked to the Jesuit university of the city.

A monumental sanctuary with two towers

Saint Ignatius Church, built at the beginning of the twentieth century, is one of the largest churches of San Francisco. Linked to the Jesuit university that bears the same name, it stands out by its two high towers topped with domes, visible from afar and that mark the silhouette of the city. Inside, its vast nave is adorned with columns, frescoes, stained-glass windows and refined decorations. An imposing architectural landmark and an important place of worship, it testifies to the religious and university presence in the city.

What to see

You admire the two high domed towers, a landmark of the city, and the vast nave adorned with columns, frescoes and stained-glass windows, in an atmosphere of contemplation. Saint Ignatius Church is a monumental sanctuary of San Francisco, linked to the Jesuit university. It is a stop to be discovered with respect.

Practical information

Saint Ignatius Church lies on the heights of San Francisco, near the university, 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.

What is Saint Ignatius Church of San Francisco linked to?

To the Jesuit university that bears the same name; it is one of the largest churches of the city, recognisable by its two high towers topped with domes.

Where is Saint Ignatius Church?

On the heights of San Francisco, near the university, in California.