Reviews of National Shrine of St Mary of the Angels. (Church) in Wellington (Wellington).

National Shrine of St Mary of the Angels

537 Reviews

179 Comments

National Shrine of St Mary of the Angels

Church

Catholic church

Tourist attraction

17 Boulcott Street, Wellington Central, Wellington 6011, New Zealand

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Open hours of National Shrine of St Mary of the Angels

Monday

6:30 a.m.–6 p.m.

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6:30 a.m.–6 p.m.

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6:30 a.m.–6 p.m.

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6:30 a.m.–6 p.m.

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6:30 a.m.–6 p.m.

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9 a.m.–5 p.m.

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6:30 a.m.–6:30 p.m.

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Reviews of National Shrine of St Mary of the Angels

D. T.

I used to frequent St Mary of the Angels to attend the weekly liturgy in my heyday as a VUW student. Sometimes, I would go there just to contemplate the future, or seek spiritual refuge. Being away from home was challenging at the time. The church is located on the corner of Boulcott Street and O'Reily Avenue in Wellington, New Zealand. It is the parish church for Wellington Central and one of the major churches of the city. The church is classified as a special or outstanding historical or cultural heritage significance. So, it's worth a visit, especially if you're a practising Roman Catholic. St Mary of the Angels is also renowned for its Gregorian Chant used in liturgies.

Absolutely beautiful church with great preists! All Catholics travelling it Wellington should come and see this awesome church.

P. V.

Lovely Roman Catholic church.. Centrally located very close to Courtney Place.. Beautiful and serene church.. Felt very peaceful.. They conduct a mass at 5.15pm everyday in the Roman Catholic rite..

I don't why we need to review Churches. Is it as if one place sends more souls to heaven than the rest? Otherwise, this is a really beautiful church. Priests are really accomodating, nice and friendly.

A. B.

Great architecture. Angel carvings and stained glass. Very solemn place.

O. M.

A perfect haven in the midst of the bustle. Beautifully cared for. Welcoming.

D. C.

Beautiful church with some of the most impressive stained glass I've seen.

I. C.

This church is a beautiful, deeply spiritual sanctuary in the middle of the city.

P. D.

Wow what an icon of architecture. I love the design of the building. Even if you're not religious, it's architecture and grandeur is great to appreciate. We went to a wedding and the light shining through the stain glass windows looked awesome. Great location for a wedding.!

A. E.

Beautifully restored after earthquake strengthening work. A very spiritual place. A choral Mass is a lovely uplifting spiritual experience.

R. S.

Impressive church with amazing architecture.

M. D. S.

It's a beautiful church. Has mass at convenient times even at noon day. It also has other sacraments available during the week, like confessions. All the opportunities that the church provides, helps us grow in our spiritual journey and that is wonderful.

H. K.

My husband and I went to mass here during our honeymoon last year. Pros: -Beautiful architecture. -The choir was one of the best I've ever heard- especially on a normal, ordinary time Sunday. Cons: -Too many Extraordinary Ministers. It was excessive. -There were only two Altar Servers. One of them showed up late and tried sneaking in the back before the gospel reading. That being said, neither server really did anything during mass. If you want them to take the role seriously (and maybe even discern a vocation), please give them responsibilities. -The overall attitude of the priest seemed "casual." I'm not sure what other word to use to describe it. Everything felt off. There was such a stark contrast between the formal/beautiful architecture and music compared with the casualness of everything else. This church broke my heart a little bit. It was clearly an aging congregation, and the pews were mostly empty. We were some of the youngest in attendance that Sunday. I think I saw just one family with small children.

R. I.

Such a beautiful church. Detailed interior that gives out a sense of spiritual wellbeing. Reminds me of the Auckland Cathedral.

T. F.

Beautiful interior. Am born & bred Wellingtonian & have always wanted to see inside. Stained glass just stunning. The acoustics are amazing. Exceeded my expectations.

p. b.

I LOVE THIS PLACE! Such a great church, its absolutely gorgeous. One of my absolute favourite places in Welly

S. H.

Pentecost. An interdenominational church service. Very beautiful building. Utterly gorgeous acoustics! Wonderful, worshipful music. Very stirring to hear the Latin again, and most wonderful Plainsong.

R. L.

Very cool church in the middle of town, the blue of the altar area is quite striking.

a. m.

I was here for a Bach and Vivaldi concert. The church is beautiful in itself, and captivating. The church seemed to add a quality to the concert.

P. D.

A beautiful church that is currently get the pipe organ restored. I've heard it play a long time ago and it truly is a demonstration of musical joy. The rest of the church has been lovingingly restored and looked after with fantastic and indicative wooden interiors for the time it had been built. Having mass here is an experience to cherish and likewise being part of a wedding. Praise be to all the parishners that ensures this place endours.

Architecturally impressive. A spiritual, peaceful and reflective place to enjoy which is open to the public. I use their app a lot to keep in touch with events and notifications.

L. C. D.

Such a beautiful church and a bonus being so close to my work in the city as I'm able to pop in here during my lunch break to light candles for our dearly loved one's that we lost this year.

C. C.

A very beautiful church. The lead light windows and decor are breathtaking

T. B.

Beautiful Church. Has stations of the Cross on the walls. Projector is supplied for songs and acclamations. The 11am Sunday Mass choir is stupendous

S. M.

Beautiful as always- I only had enough change for two candles but wanted to light 5 I lighted my two...went and prayed and when I looked up there were five sadly though my prayer was not answered for the people in the way I had wished.

E. S. A.

The overall architectural design is five stars. The priest and the people are very warm and friendly. Except for the misconfigured lectern microphone, the 9am Sunday mass proceeded well.

D. P.

Beautifully built church with plenty of space for worshippers. The environment is great.

C. G.

A beautiful church, where over the years I have spent desperate hours praying for God's help and Our Lady's intercession. They heard my prayers.

R. L.

Beautiful and peaceful Cathedral. Much needed space for some solitude, pray and calmness.

s. a.

A masterpiece of new gothic style in reinforced concrete combined with some of New Zealand’s most advanced seismic engineering keeps this spiritual oasis in the centre of Wellington standing.

B. R.

Always lovely at St Marys. Mass starts right on time (0700) which leaves you free for most of Sunday morning. Great.

S. U.

I spent some time trying to photograph the church. It's very beautiful. Didn't have time to go inside.

G. R.

A pretty church that has plenty to look at. Freezing in winter, acoustics are ok, but can be echoey. Parking is a real pain if you don't go to the parking building across the street.

F. X.

A very historical Catholic church in the heart of Wellington. Good service priest and parishners.

N. R.

Beautiful Church You really get Great Prayerful experience if you’re able to spend some time there in the church

E. A. B.

Deeply prayerful. Beautiful spirit and magnificent stained glass windows and sacred objects allowing the Lord to speak with you.

P. N.

Amazing iconic old church.

S. S.

One of the best place to get close to God. Beautiful and immaculately maintained. The service at 11 am on Sundays are the best as it's accompanied by the brilliant choir.

D. H.

Very beautiful church and all Mass attended whether there or elsewhere is a privilege

A. G.

Great acoustics for choir and a good organ. Stuffed up my performance here but nevertheless a great place.

J. H.

Beautiful church. Keep being holy St Mary's of the Angel's.

E. P.

A Church one should visit in Wellington. Struck by earthquake but recovered with positive energy of Leaders and supporters

J. W.

Tranquil place to be if you need alone time and some solitude

J. S.

Love St Mary's- a quiet sanctuary in the middle of the city.

F. M.

I love this church. It's beautiful and located in the middle of the city.

K. C.

Beautiful church and great to see it's been restored to its glory

D. K.

Beautifully church. Good place for some quiet meditation

Good service but we tried to find someone to help as new visitors and couldn't find anyone to help us find groups or greet

G. F.

A beautiful church and a quiet place of serenity and contemplation in the middle of Wellington.

M. T.

Quiet and serene and contemplative place

A. d. C.

It's a great place to visit. More importantly, a place to pray if you are Christian.

W. H.

An amazing building with a great pipe organ.

R. A.

Another iconic old structures in the city. Very beautiful. Very significant historically. Popular with tourists.

4. S. R.

amazing space lots of love grate to have a yan with god as wall

f. j.

Beautiful Architecture. Latin Mass on sunday is just beyond words.

L. W. (.

A beautiful church in the centre of the city. The people couldn't have been more welcoming.

J. P.

Great mass experience. The place is so preserved. Love it.

E. W.

Beautiful singing by the choir at Easter Mass

P. C.

Beautiful Catholic church. A very peaceful time for us

T. F.

More lovely to experience since the restoration.

P. A. T.

Always love going to Mass here

L. V.

Beautiful church! But parking might be tricky.

Peaceful

J. H.

Amazing interior. Awesome Choir during Sundays

P. H.

Beautiful place

D. S.

Always brilliant

G. H.

Truly a beautiful place. A must see while in Wellington

One of the most beautiful old churches in NZ

P. Y.

One of the most beautiful church in New Zealand

M. S.

A beautiful Church. Very peaceful :)

G. S.

It's a lovely peaceful place to reflex

R. M.

Beautiful church on the inside and outside.

n. t.

Sacred

K. V.

Very nice church, located very conveniently.

V. D. P.

Beautiful church in the middle of the city

V. B.

Beautiful as ever so easy to reflect & pray

R. H.

Beautiful to celebrate life.

A. J.

That's the best place to be for mental and emotional peace.

B. G.

Very nice church 💒

Beautiful church.

J. B.

Lovely place, brilliant music

R. A.

Amazing church. Lovely atmosphere. Sound quality average.

C. N.

Meaningful mass and beautiful church

M. D.

Very pious and soul touching services

R. J.

Truely beautiful

t. n.

Beautiful and ancient catholic church

z. c.

Very nice place

N. J.

Great atmosphere for worship

M. P.

Lovely church to visit

M. T. T.

Wonderful service with a great messsge

J. K.

Most beautiful church in Wellington

d. f.

Beautiful church.

T. C.

Very pretty church

R. S.

Solemn and peaceful environment.

Magnificent 'stations of the cross'.

P. B.

Robert Oliver is a great choirmaster

N. A.

Great church to visit

R. M.

Catholic church in CBD Wellington

d. m.

Peace and quiet in the middle of the city.

K. R.

Really beautiful church

B. K.

They have free food there 😉

Beautiful church

J. D.

the most beautiful church in Wellington

C. K.

Beautiful singing by the choir

R. C.

Church architectural design.

M. M.

So beautiful

Good drink and shisha

A. B.

Magnificent architecture

V. E.

Beautiful church!!!

V. F.

Beautiful church!

Such a beautiful Catherdral

P. R.

Simply breathtaking

R. F.

Beutifull

A. K.

Wellington landmark. A must see

G. W.

Cool and classic place

L. H.

Lovely old church

beautiful

M. M.

BEAUTIFUL, PRAYERFUL AND UPLIFTING.

Beautiful church

G. M.

Stunning Catholic church

D. R.

God blessed us

C. W.

I love churches

C. L.

Lovely architecture

B. A.

I only walked past it

C. M. S.

Beautiful church

K. C.

Good church

e. z.

Loved it

J. H.

God and stuff go here

R. D.

Amazing structure

M. S.

Fantastic place

M. K.

Welcoming

M. P.

Very Saintly

T. L.

good

K. N.

Parking issues

I. P.

Cold interior.

K. W.

Amazing

s. m.

solemn

M. B.

A Wellington Icon

Y. M.

Solemn place

K. O.

beautiful. A lovely quiet escape from the bustle of the city.

My Ash Wednesday was attended on the 3rd @ 5pm Church Mass, afta we missed our last year coz of Alert Level 4/Lockdown. Prayers and lit candles too n so happy to received Holy Communion coz mostly I do Virtual Masses. Misses attending Church 😪 n back on its next day. Amen. 🙏

(Translated) It is a Catholic church, there are not many in New Zealand and it is very beautiful. It has the classic style of the Catholic churches. Nice stained glass and sculptures. The altar has a very good design. If you like churches it is a very good option to visit. (Original) Es una iglesia católica, no hay muchas en Nueva Zelanda y es muy linda. Tiene el estilo clásico de las iglesias católicas. Lindos vitrales y esculturas. El altar tiene un muy buen diseño. Si te gustan las iglesias es una muy buena opción para visitar.

(Translated) A very nice catholic church. Of course in Europe older and beautiful, but for New Zealand conditions a beautiful stone church with stained glass etc. It is well visited. It should be noted that the majority of New Zealanders are atheists. Catholics come to about 12%. (Original) Eine sehr schöne katholische Kirche. Natürlich findet in Europa Ältere und Schönere, aber für neuseeländische Verhältnisse eine schöne Steinkirche mit Glasmalerei etc. Sie ist dazu gut besucht. Man sollte beachten, dass die Mehrheit aller Neuseeländer Atheisten sind. Katholiken kommen auf etwa 12%.

(Translated) Catholic church with a Polish accent - a plaque commemorating prisoners of war murdered in Katyn (in Polish and English) (Original) Katolicki kościół z polskim akcentem - tablica upamiętniająca zamordowanych w Katyniu jeńców wojennych (w języku polskim i angielskim)

(Translated) The beautiful facade of the building and inside is very beautiful, the figures, the organ with pipes on the second floor. I recommend to visit for the sake of a couple of pictures for memory (Original) Красивый фасад здания и внутри очень красиво, фигуры, орган с трубами на втором этаже. Рекомендую посетить ради пары фоток на память

(Translated) Superb church worth visiting for its organ, its stained glass windows and its interior architecture. (Original) Superbe église qui vaut le détour pour son orgue, ses vitraux et son architecture intérieure.

(Translated) Very beautiful church, just not as big as the churches in Italy. (Original) Igreja muito bonita, só não é grande como as igrejas da Itália.

(Translated) Finally a catholic church it's hard to find one in this country (Original) Enfin une église catholique c'est dur dans trouve une dans ce pays