Plan Your Visit
The National Shrine, also known as Mary’s Shrine, receives nearly one million visitors annually and has been visited by Pope Francis, Pope Benedict XVI, Saint Pope John Paul II, and Saint Mother Teresa of Calcutta, among others. We hope that you can join us in person and are here to help you as you learn more about the Basilica – America’s Catholic Church!
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Dominican Rosary Pilgrimage
Join us Saturday, September 26, 2026, for the annual Rosary Pilgrimage at the Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception. The Rosary Pilgrimage is a full-day, national event celebrating Our Lady and the…
Twenty-Sixth Sunday in Ordinary Time
We invite you to join us in celebrating the Twenty-Sixth Sunday in Ordinary Time. Saturday, September 26 Time: Location and additional information: 4:30 p.m. Vigil Mass - Great Upper Church Sunday, September 27 Time: Location…
Mass of Thanksgiving for the Beatification of Fulton J. Sheen
Join the Basilica in commemorating the Beatification of Archbishop Fulton J. Sheen with a Mass of Thanksgiving at 12:00 Noon. The Most Reverend Timothy P. Broglio, Archbishop for the Military Services, USA, will be the…
Twenty-Seventh Sunday in Ordinary Time
We invite you to join us in celebrating the Twenty-Seventh Sunday in Ordinary Time. Saturday, October 3 Time: Location and additional information: 4:30 p.m. Vigil Mass - Great Upper Church Sunday, October 4 Time: Location…
Conventual Franciscan Pilgrimage
On Saturday, October 10, 2026, we welcome the Conventual Franciscans to the Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception for their annual pilgrimage. More details to follow.
Twenty-Eighth Sunday in Ordinary Time
We invite you to join us in celebrating the Twenty-Eighth Sunday in Ordinary Time. Saturday, October 10 Time: Location and additional information: 4:30 p.m. Vigil Mass - Crypt Church Sunday, October 11 Time: Location and…
There are a multiple ways to tour the National Shrine.
Individuals and small groups are welcome to attend Mass, take a tour and visit the Shrine Shops.
If you desire to tour the Shrine with a large group, we offer guided tours that last approximately one hour. Guided tours include visits to chapels on the Crypt Level and the Great Upper Church, and include information about the history of the Shrine, the architecture, and the sacred artwork.
Whether you are just stopping by for an introductory self-tour, are part of a School or Church Group Pilgrimage, or a one-day Diocesan Pilgrimage, view our sample schedules to ensure that your visit is a valuable spiritual experience.
What To Do & See
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Hours & Location
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The Basilica is the largest Roman Catholic church in North America and is among the ten largest churches in the world. Review our hours and location details to help plan your next trip.
Interactive Map
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Cafeteria
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Bookstore
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Gift Shop
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