Cathedral of St. Michael the Archangel
Catedral de San Miguel Arcángel
An 18th-century Baroque cathedral in the center of the old town. Its white façade and gilded altarpiece make it a symbol of the capital, and it faces the central park.
The Cathedral of San Miguel Arcángel was built between 1765 and 1782. It is a fine example of Baroque colonial architecture in Honduras, with a white façade, a dome and twin bell towers. Its most striking features are the gilded and carved high altarpiece and colonial religious paintings. The cathedral faces the central park, Morazán Square. From here you can walk to the San Francisco Church, the National Art Gallery and the National Congress, making it the natural starting point for exploring the old town. Admission is free. Please be quiet during Mass. Visit the old town during daylight. Avoid walking the streets nearby after dark, and keep valuables out of sight.
Opening hours
Approx. 07:00–18:00 (visits restricted during Mass)
Nearby sights
- Parque Central (Plaza Morazán)
- National Art Gallery
- Church of San Francisco
- Museum of the Honduran Man
- Church of Our Lady of Sorrows
- Museum for National Identity
- Manuel Bonilla National Theatre
- Villa Roy Museum of Republican History