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Catholic Churches in New Orleans, Louisiana

St. Louis Cathedral

Archdiocese of New Orleans

Directions

Address

615 Pere Antoine Alley
New Orleans, LA 70116

About St. Louis Cathedral

St. Louis Cathedral, consecrated in 1794 and rebuilt to its current form in 1850, is the oldest continuously active Roman Catholic cathedral in the United States, anchoring Jackson Square at the heart of New Orleans' French Quarter. A basilica of the Archdiocese of New Orleans, it draws both pilgrims and visitors with multiple Sunday Masses — two of which are broadcast on Fox 8 WVUE and WLAE/DailyMass.com — alongside a Saturday vigil.


St. Louis Cathedral is a Roman Catholic parish in New Orleans, Louisiana, part of the Archdiocese of New Orleans. The parish offers Mass 4 times per week, including Sunday at 9 AM and 11 AM and 4 PM. Confession is available on Saturday. View the full schedule below.

Mass Schedule

Sunday

9 AM(Also on Fox 8 WVUE)
11 AM(Also on WLAE/DailyMass.com)
4 PM(Beginning July 4th, 2026. Substitute the 5 pm Mass)

Saturday

5 PM(4PM beginning 7/4/2026)

Mass and sacrament times can change for holy days, seasons, and special events. Please confirm directly with the parish before visiting.

Confession Schedule

Saturday

4:15 PM - 4:45 PM

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the Mass times at St. Louis Cathedral?

St. Louis Cathedral Mass times: Sunday at 9 AM, 11 AM, 4 PM.

When is confession at St. Louis Cathedral?

St. Louis Cathedral confession times: Saturday 4:15 PM - 4:45 PM. Confession is also known as the Sacrament of Reconciliation.

Is there a Saturday Vigil Mass at St. Louis Cathedral?

Yes, St. Louis Cathedral celebrates Saturday Vigil Mass at 5 PM. The Saturday Vigil Mass fulfills the Sunday Mass obligation for Catholics.

Where is St. Louis Cathedral located?

St. Louis Cathedral is located at 615 Pere Antoine Alley, New Orleans, LA 70116. Get directions using the "Directions" button on this page.