Crystal Cathedral
Quick Facts
- Location
- USA
- Category
- Church & Religious Site
- Duration
- Plan 1–2 hours including exterior and garden grounds.
- Opening Hours
- Grounds open by day (~9:00–17:00); service times vary. Now Christ Cathedral; please be reverent.
- Ticket Price
- Adult: Free · Grounds and prayer free; tours or special events may charge.
- Address
- Crystal Cathedral, 12141 Lewis St, Garden Grove, CA 92840, USA
- Coordinates
- 37.5441, -78.4643
Introduction
The Crystal Cathedral, designed by architect Philip Johnson and completed in 1980, is a landmark of modern sacred architecture — a soaring 41-metre tower of glass and steel in the shape of a four-pointed star, its roughly ten thousand panes filtering light into a luminous, shifting nave. Conceived by televangelist Robert Schuller as the home of the 'Hour of Power' broadcast, the campus was acquired by the Roman Catholic Diocese of Orange in 2012 and reconsecrated as Christ Cathedral. The adjacent arboretum and reflective calm make it a rare fusion of avant-garde design and contemplative space, a building that turned from media altar to civic spiritual landmark.
✨ Highlights
🛈 Practical Info
Ticket Information
| Adult | Free |
|---|
Grounds and prayer free; tours or special events may charge.
💡 Tips
FAQ
What are the opening hours of Crystal Cathedral?
Grounds open by day (~9:00–17:00); service times vary. Now Christ Cathedral; please be reverent.
How much is the admission for Crystal Cathedral?
Adult: Free; Grounds and prayer free; tours or special events may charge.
Any practical tips for visiting Crystal Cathedral?
Stay quiet during services. Exterior best in morning light.
How long should I spend at Crystal Cathedral?
A typical visit takes Plan 1–2 hours including exterior and garden grounds..
