St Mary's Basilica
A neoclassical Catholic basilica completed in 1905, with a green copper dome that is a landmark on the city skyline. It was designed by Frank Petre.
The basilica was designed by Frank Petre, a famous New Zealand church architect, and was completed in 1905. Its white stone façade has an Ionic colonnade, and a large verdigris copper dome sits on top. Petre also designed churches in Wellington and Christchurch, which are equally celebrated. The interior is spacious and bright, with fine stained glass. Outside of Mass, it is usually free to enter. Please keep your voice down.
Opening hours
Approx. 08:00–17:00 (except during Mass)
Nearby sights
- Classic Motorcycle Mecca
- First Church Invercargill
- E Hayes & Sons (World's Fastest Indian)
- Invercargill Water Tower
- Queens Park
- Bill Richardson Transport World
- Thomsons Bush
- Sandy Point Domain