Basilica · AZ · est. 1902 · Historic register · Verified Apr 2026

St. Mary's Roman Catholic Basilica

231 N. 3rd. St., Phoenix, AZ 85004
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4.8 · 996 Google reviews

About St. Mary's Roman Catholic Basilica


St. Mary's Roman Catholic Basilica is a Catholic Basilica in Phoenix, Arizona located at 231 N 3rd St, Phoenix, AZ 85004, United States. St. Mary's Roman Catholic Basilica was founded in 1902. As of April 2026, St. Mary's Roman Catholic Basilica holds a 4.8-star rating across 996 Google reviews. You can reach St. Mary's Roman Catholic Basilica at +1 602-354-2100.

he Basilica of the Immaculate Conception of the Blessed Virgin Mary, also known as St. Mary's Basilica, is a Roman Catholic basilica located in Phoenix, Arizona. It was previously known as St. Mary's Church.

Patron saint of St. Mary's Roman Catholic Basilica


Other churches named after Saint Mary's


5 other churches named in honor of Saint Mary's are indexed in Churches List. The most-reviewed of those appear below.

St. Mary's Roman Catholic Basilica through the years


  1. 1902 Founded
  2. November 29, 1978 Added to the National Register

When does St. Mary's Roman Catholic Basilica hold services?


St. Mary's Roman Catholic Basilica publishes the following weekly hours: Wednesday 9 am–3 pm, Thursday 9 am–3 pm, Friday 9 am–3 pm, Saturday 10 am–6 pm, Sunday 8 am–1 pm, Monday 9 am–3 pm, Tuesday 9 am–3 pm. All times are local to Phoenix, AZ.

Wednesday
9 am–3 pm
Thursday
9 am–3 pm
Friday
9 am–3 pm
Saturday
10 am–6 pm
Sunday
8 am–1 pm
Monday
9 am–3 pm
Tuesday
9 am–3 pm

Where is St. Mary's Roman Catholic Basilica located?


St. Mary's Roman Catholic Basilica is located at 231 N 3rd St, Phoenix, AZ 85004, United States. The building sits at coordinates 33.45076, -112.06939, placing it in Phoenix, AZ 85004.

Location is approximate — drawn from the public street address.

Nearby places drawn from OpenStreetMap, May 18, 2026.

The neighborhood around St. Mary's Roman Catholic Basilica


The ZIP code 85004 area around St. Mary's Roman Catholic Basilica is home to 10,548 residents with a median household income of $67,727 and a median age of 27.8 years, according to the US Census Bureau's 2022 American Community Survey 5-year estimates.

10,548 Residents in ZIP 85004
27.8 Median age
$67,727 Median household income

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

What to expect at a service at St. Mary's Roman Catholic Basilica


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 churches 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.

St. Mary's Roman Catholic Basilica on the National Register of Historic Places


St. Mary's Roman Catholic Basilica is listed on the United States National Register of Historic Places under reference 78000551, added to the Register on November 29, 1978.

Read the official NPS nomination for St. Mary's Roman Catholic Basilica →

Churches founded the same year as St. Mary's Roman Catholic Basilica


4 other churches with a documented founding year of 1902 are indexed in Churches List.

Your Sunday at St. Mary's Roman Catholic Basilica


Service window 8 am–1 pm
Nearest transit Van Buren St & 3rd St · 282 ft
Coffee after Hooters · 440 ft

St. Mary's Roman Catholic Basilica by the numbers


124 Years of continuous worship since 1902
996 Google reviews to date
Mission Revival architecture Architectural tradition

Questions and answers about St. Mary's Roman Catholic Basilica


What denomination is St. Mary's Roman Catholic Basilica?
This church is part of the Catholic tradition.
What are the service times at St. Mary's Roman Catholic Basilica?
Published hours: Wednesday 9 am–3 pm, Thursday 9 am–3 pm, Friday 9 am–3 pm, Saturday 10 am–6 pm, Sunday 8 am–1 pm, Monday 9 am–3 pm, Tuesday 9 am–3 pm
What is the phone number for St. Mary's Roman Catholic Basilica?
You can reach St. Mary's Roman Catholic Basilica at +1 602-354-2100.
Where is St. Mary's Roman Catholic Basilica located?
St. Mary's Roman Catholic Basilica is located at 231 N 3rd St, Phoenix, AZ 85004, United States.
When was St. Mary's Roman Catholic Basilica founded?
Founded in 1902.
Is St. Mary's Roman Catholic Basilica on the National Register of Historic Places?
Yes — NRHP reference 78000551, added November 29, 1978.
How do visitors rate St. Mary's Roman Catholic Basilica?
4.8 out of 5 stars, based on 996 Google reviews.
What is the architecture of St. Mary's Roman Catholic Basilica?
St. Mary's Roman Catholic Basilica is a Mission Revival architecture building.

Visitor notes about St. Mary's Roman Catholic Basilica


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Est. 1902 One of 266 Catholic churches in AZ  ·  See the register →
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