Beginning June 15, the Basilica’s elevator will be temporarily out of service while it undergoes a planned modernization and infrastructure upgrade. Work is expected to continue through late August 2026.
Accommodations are available for visitors with mobility needs to access the Great Upper Church. A temporary ramp has been installed at the West Portico of the Basilica. To access the ramp, please proceed around the north side of the Basilica, adjacent to Mary’s Garden, to the West Portico entrance. For additional details on accessible routes and the ramp location, please refer to the map below.
Access to Confession, daily Mass in the Crypt Church, and tours of the lower level of the Basilica will remain available and are not affected by this project.
We appreciate your patience as we complete these improvements to enhance the elevator’s long-term reliability and operational stability. Please contact [email protected] with any questions.
