About
The Cathédrale Saint-Paul stands on the Boulevard de la République in the Plateau district of Abidjan, the commercial heart of the Ivorian capital. It is the main cathedral of the Archdiocese of Abidjan, and it is also known in English as St. Paul's Cathedral.
Architecture
The building is a modern Catholic church, and its most striking feature is its distinctive contemporary design, built around a triangular plan. Its clean, angular forms set it apart from the older churches and colonial-era buildings more common in the city, so it makes an interesting stop for anyone curious about how sacred architecture has developed in West Africa.
What a visit offers
- A look at a contemporary religious building in the centre of Abidjan
- A quiet interlude in the middle of a busy urban district
- A natural starting point for exploring the Plateau on foot
Because the cathedral is a working place of worship, visitors are best advised to be respectful during services and to dress modestly. The surrounding Plateau is home to government offices, banks, shops and cafés, so the cathedral fits easily into a half-day of walking in the area.
To check on visiting arrangements or services, you can call the cathedral on +225 20 32 18 70.