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Cathedral Basilica of the Sacred Heart

89 Ridge Street, Newark, NJ 07104 (Newark Central Business District)
(973) 484-4600
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Ranked #1 of 12 attractions in Newark
Type: Churches/ Cathedrals
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Secaucus, New Jersey
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13 reviews 13 reviews
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 May 2013

If you can't get to Europe or even St. Patrick's Cathedral to take in gothic architecture, just go to Newark. Even if you're not Catholic, this beautiful cathedral is worth checking out.

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Long Beach, California
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 April 2013

If you enjoy architecture, then this attraction is for you. The church is amazing on the outside; so much detail on the doors. The inside is even grander and even more detailed. Not only are you surrounded by stained glass windows depicting many saints, there are also reliefs and mosaics. Don't be surprised to see stained glass in the restrooms... More

Edison, New Jersey
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51 reviews 51 reviews
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Reviews in 36 cities Reviews in 36 cities
37 helpful votes 37 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 April 2013

Actually I went to see cherry-blossom in nearby park, but I was to early for the blossom ;-) So, I went to check out this cathedral one Saturday morning, without any background. And I was amazed by the beauty of this place!! This is really a huge cathedral. They decorated the insides with fresh spring flowers for Easter Sunday. Very... More

New Jersey
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 December 2012

matches anything in Manhattan. Have enjoyed their Christmas concerts, and hear they are still as glorious as ever. Oldest date I can enter is a year ago, but it's been several since I've been inside the cathedral, which is easy to get to from the downtown Newark side of Branch Brook Park.

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BERGEN COUNTY,N.J.
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 October 2012

More people need to find out about this cathedral.When we travel we usually visit a famous cathedral in a big city,but we had never been to this one ,right in our backyard.Beautiful in every detail,huge,with several altars,this is a masterpiece.

Montclair, New Jersey
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26 attraction reviews
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28 helpful votes 28 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 September 2012

this is an amazing place, to bad it isnt really used much, architecture is amazing, location is so so though

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Basking Ridge, NJ
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 August 2012

One of the most impressive places of worship I have ever visited. Although not constructed in the classic sense it is a wonderful space in a most unexpected location. Very much worth the time for a visit.

Carteret, New Jersey
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28 reviews 28 reviews
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5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 August 2012

Your breath is taken away when you enter the cathedral. The architecture is outstanding and the feeling is surreal.

Windsor, New Jersey
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92 helpful votes 92 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 July 2012

over the years, i have visited the cathedral basilica of the sacred heart dozens of times and its beauty never ceases to amaze me. i've been to weddings, funerals, masses, etc there and have always come away feeling wonderful. i could see the cathedral basilica from my office window and it was always a source of comfort and awe. the... More

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Long Island, New York
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66 attraction reviews
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25 helpful votes 25 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 June 2012

The is one amazing piece of archutecture. It is a masterpiece in the middle of a rundown area in Newark. It is well kept with glorious stain-glass windows. The staff was very friendly and welcoming. It is very well worth visiting.

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