Basilica · FL · est. 1886 · Verified 17 days ago

Basilica of St. Michael the Archangel

19 NORTH PALAFOX STREET, Pensacola, FL 32501
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4.7 · 108 Google reviews

About Basilica of St. Michael the Archangel


Basilica of St. Michael the Archangel is a Catholic Basilica in Pensacola, Florida located at 21 N Palafox St, Pensacola, FL 32502. Basilica of St. Michael the Archangel was founded in 1886. As of April 2026, Basilica of St. Michael the Archangel holds a 4.7-star rating across 108 Google reviews. The Basilica of St. Michael the Archangel parish office answers at (850) 438-4985.

Welcome to the Basilica of St. Michael the Archangel in the heart of Pensacola! We invite you to come in and enjoy a quiet moment of prayer and peace. People of all faiths and walks of life are welcome to pray in the Basilica. The church building is open from 11am - 1pm weekdays and from 10am - 1pm on most Saturdays.

SUNDAY MASSES: 9am & 11am Weekday Masses: M-F 12:10pm Confessions: M-F 11:00am-11:45am Holy Day Masses: 12:10pm & 6:00pm

Office Hours: M-W, F 9am-2pm

Call or email the Basilica office to schedule a conversation with our Rector for any needs you may have."

Patron saint of Basilica of St. Michael the Archangel


Saint Michael the Archangel

Michael the Archangel

Feast day: Sep 29

Read about Saint Michael the Archangel on Wikipedia →

Other parishes named after Saint Michael the Archangel


5 other churches named in honor of Saint Michael the Archangel are indexed in Churches List. The most-reviewed of those appear below.

Sacraments and rites at Basilica of St. Michael the Archangel


Basilica of St. Michael the Archangel publishes the following sacraments and devotions in its public materials: Confession (Reconciliation).

  • Confession (Reconciliation)

When does Basilica of St. Michael the Archangel hold services?


Basilica of St. Michael the Archangel publishes the following weekly hours: Wednesday 11 AM–1 PM, Thursday 11 AM–1 PM, Friday 11 AM–1 PM, Saturday 10 AM–1 PM, Sunday 9–10 AM, 11 AM–12 PM, Monday 11 AM–1 PM, Tuesday 11 AM–1 PM. All times are local to Pensacola, FL.

Wednesday
11 AM–1 PM
Thursday
11 AM–1 PM
Friday
11 AM–1 PM
Saturday
10 AM–1 PM
Sunday
9–10 AM, 11 AM–12 PM
Monday
11 AM–1 PM
Tuesday
11 AM–1 PM

Where is Basilica of St. Michael the Archangel located?


Basilica of St. Michael the Archangel is located at 21 N Palafox St, Pensacola, FL 32502. The building sits at coordinates 30.41321, -87.21563, placing it in Pensacola, FL 32501.

Location is approximate — drawn from the public street address.

Nearby places drawn from OpenStreetMap, Apr 23, 2026.

The neighborhood around Basilica of St. Michael the Archangel


The ZIP code 32501 area around Basilica of St. Michael the Archangel is home to 10,908 residents with a median household income of $35,344 and a median age of 38.7 years, according to the US Census Bureau's 2022 American Community Survey 5-year estimates.

10,908 Residents in ZIP 32501
38.7 Median age
$35,344 Median household income

US Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2022 five-year estimates.

What to expect at a service at Basilica of St. Michael the Archangel


Roman Catholic parishes follow a structured liturgy called the Mass, celebrated worldwide in the same order.

  • Mass lasts about an hour and includes Scripture readings, a homily, hymns, and Holy Communion.
  • Visitors are welcome. Only baptized Catholics in good standing receive Communion; others come forward with arms crossed for a blessing.
  • Dress is modest but not formal — business casual is typical for Sunday Mass.

Generalized notes for first-time visitors. Individual parishes vary — when in doubt, ask a greeter at the door.

Quiet time to visit: A weekday mid-morning visit — roughly 10:30 AM on Wednesday — is usually the quietest time for personal prayer or a look inside.

Churches founded the same year as Basilica of St. Michael the Archangel


5 other churches with a documented founding year of 1886 are indexed in Churches List.

Your Sunday at Basilica of St. Michael the Archangel


Service window 9–10 AM, 11 AM–12 PM
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Basilica of St. Michael the Archangel by the numbers


140 Years of continuous worship since 1886
108 Google reviews to date
Gothic Revival architecture Architectural tradition

Questions and answers about Basilica of St. Michael the Archangel


What denomination is Basilica of St. Michael the Archangel?
This parish is part of the Catholic tradition.
What are the service times at Basilica of St. Michael the Archangel?
Published hours: Wednesday 11 AM–1 PM, Thursday 11 AM–1 PM, Friday 11 AM–1 PM, Saturday 10 AM–1 PM, Sunday 9–10 AM, 11 AM–12 PM, Monday 11 AM–1 PM, Tuesday 11 AM–1 PM
What is the phone number for Basilica of St. Michael the Archangel?
You can reach the parish at (850) 438-4985.
Where is Basilica of St. Michael the Archangel located?
The parish is located at 21 N Palafox St, Pensacola, FL 32502.
When was Basilica of St. Michael the Archangel founded?
Founded in 1886.
Who is the patron saint of Basilica of St. Michael the Archangel?
Saint Michael the Archangel (Michael the Archangel). Feast day: Sep 29.
How do visitors rate Basilica of St. Michael the Archangel?
4.7 out of 5 stars, based on 108 Google reviews.
What is the architecture of Basilica of St. Michael the Archangel?
Basilica of St. Michael the Archangel is a Gothic Revival architecture building.

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