Cathédrale Saint-Gatien

Went to Sunday mass in December and it was a lovely service. The stained glass windows were beautiful and I loved being able to walk around and look at the statues and paintings after mass. Gothic architecture at its finest!

A beautiful cathedral which is extremely informative, this includes information on all of the amazing stained glass windows that span the length of the building. You can access the majority of the building and you can spend as long or as little time here as you like. Well worth the visit.

I enjoyed visiting St. Gatien Cathedral in Tours. Historically, it seems there has been a cathedral present here since the 5th century. However, the impressive Gothic building that you see today dates back to the 11th-15th centuries. The facade is elaborate in detail and fronted by two towers. The interior features a classic tall and narrow nave with side aisles lined with chapels and impressive stained-glass window panes. It makes for fine sightseeing if you enjoy spending time in old churches during your travels.

Amazing cathedral with a nice square in front of it for some nice pictures. Inside was nice with informative text and good looking stained glass. Also relatively close to the center of Tours. Good Place for tourists to come and see

The Cathédrale Saint-Gatien exemplifies the architectural and artistic magnificence of the medieval period. The stained glass windows are truly awe-inspiring. Every window unfolds a story from Tours' vibrant history, depicting moments of victory, sorrow, and steadfast faith. The preservation of these windows highlights the craftsmanship of the artisans and underscores the dedication to protecting the cultural heritage enshrined within the cathedral's walls.

It is nice to have a cathedral that has is main door open so people are able to walk straight in. Also we were lucky enough to visit when the organiser was playing.

Impressive. Just off the river, this cathedral offers spectacular height and detailed exterior. The interior is even more impressive, with vaulted arches throughout, and beautiful scenes of artwork pocketed along the sides under massive stained glass highlighting the space. Parking available just off the river to left of the site, one block over.

One of the nicest cathedrals I’ve been to. Absolutely stunning cathedral windows, gorgeous lighting inside the building. Fantastic acoustic. The outside is incredibly interesting. Take time to look closely at all the details.