Cathedral of the Good Shepherd
Cathedral of the Good Shepherd
4.2
9:30 AM - 5:30 PM
Monday
9:30 AM - 5:30 PM
Tuesday
9:30 AM - 5:30 PM
Wednesday
9:30 AM - 5:30 PM
Thursday
9:30 AM - 5:30 PM
Friday
9:30 AM - 5:30 PM
Saturday
8:30 AM - 8:00 PM
Sunday
7:00 AM - 7:30 PM
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Singapore's Central Area, also known as the City Area, is a treasure trove of cultural, historical, and modern attractions. Uncover the rich history of this neighborhood at the National Museum of Singapore or the Asian Civilisations Museum. Marvel at iconic landmarks such as the Marina Bay Sands and the towering skyscrapers that punctuate the skyline. The Central Area is a food lover's paradise with hawker centers serving local favorites like Hainanese chicken rice and chili crab, and upscale restaurants offering international cuisines. With an extensive network of MRT stations, buses, and taxis, navigating this neighborhood is a breeze. At night, the Central Area transforms into a lively hub with Clarke Quay and Boat Quay offering an array of entertainment and nightlife options.
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631BarbaraM
Inwood, WV234 contributions
Jul 2023 • Friends
Beautiful cathedral. Attended the 8:30AM Sunday mass. Go early because the 10:30AM mass is so crowded; seats are put outside for the overflow of attendees. All prayers, responses and hymns are highlighted on the walls.
Written 3 August 2023
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Dan L
Bunbury, Australia9,017 contributions
Dec 2023 • Couples
Another church, another wedding, but unlike St Peter and Paul's, we could not gain admittance to the interior. The building dates to 1843 when the cornerstone was blessed and was consecrated in 1847, built in what was known as restrained Renaissance style with a Palladian portico. the steeple is based on Ionic style with a window on each face. It was elevated to cathedral status in 1888 and is the seat of the Archbishop. Various additions were made in ensuing years, and it underwent a major structural restoration in 2016. The grounds have a sculpture of 'Homeless Jesus' by Canadian artist Timothy Schmalz. Elsewhere on the grounds are statues of Pope John Paul 11 and Saint Laurent Imbert, and the remnant of an earlier cathedral column plus various interpretative signage.
Written 2 January 2024
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luxetrip
Redwood City, CA366 contributions
Feb 2020
I always visit Catholic cathedrals on my travels so it was nice to have visited this one in a non-Catholic country. As expected, it was very small and lacks the more traditional opulent spires and ceilings and giant stained windows. Still beautiful, nonetheless. Simple and sacred.
Written 4 April 2020
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Vicki
2 contributions
Dec 2019
From the beautiful Nativity scene inside the Cathedral and the choir singing on Christmas morning. The souvenir shop was a real highlight with a huge animated nativity display and wonderful gifts to buy. People and staff were so welcoming and friendly, to make this a very special experience.
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Written 3 January 2020
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Grover R
Pensacola, FL22,764 contributions
Feb 2020 • Couples
Singapore has a plethora a great religious buildings and this is one of the larger and more visited churches. It is the main Catholic Church in the colonial quarter. It is a beautiful church exterior. We did not get to visit the interior. Another one of the great religious structures in Singapore.
Written 26 February 2020
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369gusg
Los Angeles, CA6 contributions
Sept 2023 • Solo
Traditional services. Very rigid volunteer staff, and not organised. Noticed volunteer staff bickering in church as services began. Not my choice of churches for regular services. Very disappointed as a Singapore visitor. Beautiful church but left a sour taste.
Written 3 September 2023
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ness1249
Brisbane, Australia41 contributions
Oct 2019
Even if you're not catholic, you must visit this church. It's air conditioned and always full. The choir sing beautifully and the organist can play superbly. The sound of the pipes create a beautiful sound. We only wished the mass was longer than 1 hour. The Cathedral is opposite the Carlton hotel.
Written 8 November 2019
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Loyola C
Auckland, New Zealand879 contributions
Jun 2018 • Couples
The Cathedral of the Good Shepherd is an old buy heavenly Catholic Church in the heart of Singapore. We wanted to attend Sunday Mass and by chance, decided on the 10.30 am Mass. it was a very special day.
The church is air conditioned and beautifully restored after significant work to strengthen it. The altar, the pews, the marble flooring the ceiling and the parishioners are breath-taking, but wait for Mass to begin and you are transported to another world.
The choir is angelic, the people in prayer are devout and the church is packed with anticipation, in grateful thanks to God.
I prayed that you are blessed with a visit here.
The church is air conditioned and beautifully restored after significant work to strengthen it. The altar, the pews, the marble flooring the ceiling and the parishioners are breath-taking, but wait for Mass to begin and you are transported to another world.
The choir is angelic, the people in prayer are devout and the church is packed with anticipation, in grateful thanks to God.
I prayed that you are blessed with a visit here.
Written 3 June 2018
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Anne Marie @ TYC
Las Pinas, Philippines12 contributions
Dec 2019
There was quite a number of churchgoers. We didn't realise there were plenty of Catholics in Singapore. What was so impressive was their program for the poor, and another was the Christmas village in one of the buildings.
Written 12 January 2020
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Marjam Idawati
Jakarta, Indonesia18 contributions
Dec 2018
This is a good and peaceful place in the heart of Singapore, surrounded by many commercial highrise building.
We went to Singapore for a business meeting and had several hours to go around before our flight back home. Not far from our hotel in Bencoolen area, this place could be reached by 5 minutes walking and we could take photos here, and -of course- come and sit inside the church for praying.
We went to Singapore for a business meeting and had several hours to go around before our flight back home. Not far from our hotel in Bencoolen area, this place could be reached by 5 minutes walking and we could take photos here, and -of course- come and sit inside the church for praying.
Written 10 December 2018
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Hello! We intend attending Christmas midnight mass, so would like to know if there is a dress code which is followed
Written 16 December 2018
As in any cathedral, no short dresses or shorts and formal is better. Merry xmas
Written 21 December 2018
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