Lublin Cathedral

Lublin Archcathedral, dedicated to St John the Baptist and St John the Evangelist, is a former Jesuit church and one of the city’s most important sacred monuments. It was built in 1586–1604 to a design by Jan Maria Bernardoni, partly inspired by Rome’s Il Gesù. The interior is defined by Baroque paintings, illusionistic architecture and historic furnishings.

What to see

The main highlight is the set of 18th-century frescoes by Józef Meyer, especially in the treasury and acoustic sacristy. The church also contains a 17th-century high altar, paintings by Franciszek Lekszycki, a 14th-century baptismal font and the Trybunalski Cross transferred from the former parish church. In the left aisle, the image of Our Lady of Tears is associated with the events known as the Lublin miracle of 1949.

History and crypts

The Jesuit church became a cathedral in 1805, after the Diocese of Lublin was created. It was rebuilt after the destruction of the Second World War. The crypts contain the graves of Lublin bishops and an exhibition of vestments and archaeological finds. The acoustic sacristy is known for unusual sound effects, while the treasury displays liturgical silverware and Meyer’s frescoes.

Practical information

The church itself is an active place of worship and can be entered without a ticket, subject to religious observance. The acoustic sacristy, treasury and crypts are a separate visitor offer and may require a ticket; check current hours and prices before travelling. Address: 10 Królewska Street.