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St. Anthony of Padua Church

52 Reviews

#5 of 46 things to do in New Bedford

Churches & Cathedrals, Sights & Landmarks

1359 Acushnet Ave, New Bedford, MA 02746-2024

+1 508-993-1691

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“A North End Landmark”

Over the years this beautiful church like so many other has lost many parishioners. The red... read more

Reviewed 2 weeks ago

uphamkw

New Bedford, Massachusetts

“Simply gorgeous”

This is an absolutely beautiful church. Built by the French Canadian immigrants that settled in New... read more

Reviewed 25 January 2018

Jackie N

New Bedford, Massachusetts

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“midnight mass” (4 reviews)

“heaven on earth” (3 reviews)

“choir loft” (2 reviews)

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1359 Acushnet Ave, New Bedford, MA 02746-2024

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uphamkw

New Bedford, Massachusetts

176

Reviewed 2 weeks ago

A North End Landmark

Over the years this beautiful church like so many other has lost many parishioners. The red sandstone exterior needs to be cleaned and when funds are available it will be. Inside and out is a testament to Roman Influence and sitting inside gives one the...More

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Jackie N

New Bedford, Massachusetts

Reviewed 25 January 2018

Simply gorgeous

This is an absolutely beautiful church. Built by the French Canadian immigrants that settled in New Bedford, this church is a tribute to that local heritage and a gift to those who visit.

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Maryann01

Fall River, Massachusetts

122

Reviewed 21 October 2017

Stunning ! An old world experience. Try and catch an organ concert.

You will not find a more beautiful church in the area. It is very European inside and just magnificent. It is a deeply spiritual experience to attend Mass on Sunday or to hear an organ concert when all the lights are turned on. Check church...More

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Craig B

New Bedford, Massachusetts

19052

Reviewed 13 October 2017

Utterly Beautiful Cathedral

Church is just beautiful inside. Mass is so enjoyable. I went alone, so I could sit wherever I wanted.

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Liam p

Youghal, Ireland

17290

Reviewed 12 October 2017

Heaven on earth

Thank you Fr O Rourke for the guided tour of this magnificent church.What a gem awaits you after visiting St Anthony's.It is almost impossible to describe the churches interior,but rest assured any visitor who enters this church will remember it for a lifetime.Stunning is the...More

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Helia d

Holliston, Massachusetts

375

Reviewed 20 August 2017

Masterpiece of the old world like in Italy or Spain

This church is to me the most beautiful in the New England States, it is if you are in the European old churches and I have seen tons. Many, many years ago they wanted it to be a Basilica. I was married here and they...More

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BigMama0369

New Bedford, MA

812

Reviewed 17 August 2017

Must see!

This is a beautiful church, I have attended many services there...if you go to the early mass, to sit and watch the sun rise and stream through the stained glass windows...well, it's just very spiritual.

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Virginia V

168

Reviewed 23 July 2017 via mobile

Beautiful church

We attended the 10:30 mass and had a wonderful, unique experience. We arrived a little early and my husband was wondering if we could see the choir loft. As we were standing there, a woman invited us up and as we were walking up.the stairs...More

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Larry A

New Bedford, Massachusetts

Reviewed 14 March 2017

my parish church

Absolutely ASTOUNDING , in every way. A beautiful grand cathedral built by the nickels and dimes of early French immigrants to this New Bedford neighborhood. Awe-inspiring, inside and out (especially INSIDE).

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Reviewed 25 February 2017 via mobile

Funeral services.

I had gone to a mass for a funeral and was quite impressed with the inside of this church, really beautiful. If you are interested in beautiful churches check this one out.

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