Cathedral of St. Mary Magdalene, Warsaw Church
Neoclassical church in Warsaw, prominent city landmark
In Warsaw the Cathedral of St. Mary Magdalene functions as a parish church with neoclassical and later additions; visitors come for services, liturgy and nearby Old Town streets.
Cathedral of St. Mary Magdalene, Warsaw at a Glance#
Address: Plac Katedralny / ul. 3 Maja area, Praga-Północ, Warsaw, Poland
Hours: Daily 7am-7pm (may change for services)
Admission: Free (donations appreciated)
How to Get to Cathedral of St. Mary Magdalene, Warsaw#
Praga is across the Vistula from central Warsaw. Take tram lines 3, 7, or 8 toward the Praga area or bus routes that stop near Most Śląsko-Dąbrowski; the cathedral sits within easy walking distance of the riverfront. From Warsaw Central Station use tram or taxi-journey time about 15-20 minutes depending on traffic.
Tips for Visiting Cathedral of St. Mary Magdalene, Warsaw#
- If attending a service, arrive early-the small nave fills fast on Sundays.
- Walk across the river to photograph the domes at sunset when reflections appear on the water.
- Ask the verger about the church's organ-its case and pipes often hide interesting inscriptions.
Best Time to Visit Cathedral of St. Mary Magdalene, Warsaw#
Best visited during shoulder seasons to avoid peak Warsaw tourist traffic; weekday mornings are quietest for contemplation.
Weather & Climate near Cathedral of St. Mary Magdalene, Warsaw#
Cathedral of St. Mary Magdalene, Warsaw's climate is classified as Warm-Summer Continental - Warm-Summer Continental climate with mild summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -5°C to 24°C. Semi-arid with limited rainfall.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Poor | -5° - 1° | -7° | 23 mm | overcast | 93% | 4.1 m/s | 0.0 low | 8.1h |
| February | Poor | -4° - 2° | -5° | 24 mm | overcast | 90% | 4.0 m/s | 0.1 low | 9.7h |
| March | Acceptable | -1° - 7° | -1° | 26 mm | overcast | 82% | 4.0 m/s | 0.4 low | 11.7h |
| April | Good | 3° - 13° | 6° | 33 mm | partly cloudy | 72% | 3.7 m/s | 0.7 moderate | 13.8h |
| May | Very Good | 9° - 20° | 14° | 51 mm | partly cloudy | 71% | 3.3 m/s | 1.1 high | 15.5h |
| June | Very Good | 12° - 22° | 17° | 64 mm | partly cloudy | 69% | 3.1 m/s | 1.3 high | 16.5h |
| July | Very Good | 13° - 24° | 19° | 72 mm | partly cloudy | 69% | 3.0 m/s | 1.3 high | 16.0h |
| August | Very Good | 13° - 24° | 18° | 56 mm | partly cloudy | 67% | 2.8 m/s | 1.0 high | 14.5h |
| September | Very Good | 9° - 18° | 13° | 44 mm | partly cloudy | 72% | 3.1 m/s | 0.6 moderate | 12.5h |
| October | Acceptable | 4° - 12° | 6° | 33 mm | overcast | 82% | 3.4 m/s | 0.3 low | 10.4h |
| November | Poor | 1° - 6° | 0° | 38 mm | overcast | 91% | 3.8 m/s | 0.1 low | 8.6h |
| December | Poor | -3° - 2° | -5° | 34 mm | overcast | 93% | 4.0 m/s | 0.0 low | 7.5h |
