Immaculate Conception Church — Attraction in New Orleans

Beautiful church, perhaps even more so than the Cathedral. The statue of the Blessed Mother above and behind the main altar is stunning. The blend of architectural styles is quite unique and beautiful. We were there for the Saturday Vigil Mass (4:00) and got there early. At 3:15 there was a tour (about 30 minutes) that was quite informative. I was surprised to notice that the Stations of the Cross are not found in the traditional way, but present above the windows. The windows too, tell the stories of various Jesuit saints, as the parish is run by them (and has been for quite sometime). The story behind the church is quite fascinating, and in some ways, quite miraculous that it is...

We're sitting in the hotel room one morning, looking for something to do that doesn't involve food. I can't remember if it was Google Maps, Facebook or elsewhere, but I see that I can actually go inside a church whose exterior has intrigued me for quite some time. I tell my friend and soon we're on our way. I'm always in awe of the beauty of houses of worship. From simple to ornate, I feel a sense of reverence upon entering and this church certainly gave me that feeling. I've always appreciated the outside, but even better to have seen inside this lovely church. If you are interested, the churches website has quite a bit of information on the statuary, mosaics and other objects I've...

Lovely church in downtown New Orleans! Feels wrong judging a church in a star system, since Jesus is sacramentally present in all Catholic Churches, but Immaculate Conception is one of my favorites in architecture, design, and presiders. Despite not being my parish, i love to visit in Sundays for 7pm mass and go to adoration and reconciliation right before that.

As for practical standpoints, it's a little hidden and hard to find at first, and parking is a little hard to find sometimes, but perfect for when your downtown and need some...