Cathedral Basilica of Our Lady of Peace Church
Historic stone cathedral in Honolulu's downtown
In downtown Honolulu the Cathedral Basilica of Our Lady of Peace serves as the diocesan seat; visitors note its 19th‑century construction, regular Masses, and proximity to government buildings.
Cathedral Basilica of Our Lady of Peace at a Glance#
How to Get to Cathedral Basilica of Our Lady of Peace#
The Cathedral Basilica of Our Lady of Peace is in downtown Honolulu, within easy walking distance of Iolani Palace and the Hawai’i State Capitol. It’s served by TheBus (multiple downtown routes with stops along Bishop Street) and is a short drive from Interstate H‑1 with public parking and taxi access available in the downtown area.
Tips for Visiting Cathedral Basilica of Our Lady of Peace#
- Check Mass and opening times with the parish before you go-visitors see the interior most easily just after a weekday service when the building is open but not crowded.
- Respect that this is an active parish: quieter visiting times and brief visits around services allow you to appreciate the 19th-century interior and stained-glass windows without disturbing worship.
- If you want a guided visit or background on the cathedral's history, contact the parish office in advance-formal tours or informational materials are available sporadically rather than continuously.
Best Time to Visit Cathedral Basilica of Our Lady of Peace#
For a quieter visit to this indoor cathedral in Honolulu, go on a weekday morning outside major holiday periods.
Weather & Climate near Cathedral Basilica of Our Lady of Peace#
Cathedral Basilica of Our Lady of Peace's climate is classified as Hot Semi-Arid - Hot Semi-Arid climate with consistently warm temperatures year-round. Temperatures range from 18°C to 31°C. Abundant rainfall (1540 mm/year), wettest in August.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | - | 18° - 27° | 23° | 134 mm | - | - | 4.1 m/s | - | - |
| February | - | 18° - 28° | 23° | 70 mm | - | - | 4.2 m/s | - | - |
| March | - | 19° - 28° | 24° | 143 mm | - | - | 4.7 m/s | - | - |
| April | - | 20° - 29° | 24° | 103 mm | - | - | 4.8 m/s | - | - |
| May | - | 21° - 30° | 25° | 181 mm | - | - | 4.6 m/s | - | - |
| June | - | 22° - 31° | 26° | 66 mm | - | - | 4.8 m/s | - | - |
| July | - | 22° - 31° | 27° | 126 mm | - | - | 5.0 m/s | - | - |
| August | - | 23° - 31° | 27° | 265 mm | - | - | 4.7 m/s | - | - |
| September | - | 23° - 31° | 27° | 52 mm | - | - | 4.3 m/s | - | - |
| October | - | 22° - 31° | 26° | 173 mm | - | - | 4.3 m/s | - | - |
| November | - | 21° - 29° | 25° | 125 mm | - | - | 4.3 m/s | - | - |
| December | - | 20° - 28° | 24° | 102 mm | - | - | 4.2 m/s | - | - |
