The Basilica of Saint Peter
1529 Assembly St, Columbia, SC 29201
About The Basilica of Saint Peter
About Catholic Churches
The Catholic Church is the world's oldest and largest Christian institution, tracing its leadership through an unbroken line of popes back to the Apostle Peter. The Mass — the central act of Catholic worship — follows a liturgical calendar and culminates in the Eucharist, which Catholics believe is the real presence of Christ. Catholic life is shaped by seven sacraments: Baptism, Eucharist, Confirmation, Reconciliation, Anointing of the Sick, Holy Orders, and Matrimony. Parishes typically offer multiple Sunday Masses, daily Mass, confession hours, and robust faith formation programs. The Church's social teaching on human dignity, care for the poor, and the common good is expressed through extensive charitable and educational ministries worldwide.
Plan Your Visit
Get directions →First service starts at Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM — plan to arrive 10 minutes early
On-site parking is available — no need to hunt for street parking
Fully wheelchair accessible — contact the church for specific accessibility needs
Can't make it in person? Services are live streamed online
Dress code is casual — come as you are
Check the website for any schedule changes before your visit
Member Reviews
★ 4.7 · 221 Google reviewsMirian Macias
★★★★★beautiful church, with ancient tradition, and beautiful sacred art
Kyle Hartmann
★★★★★I really hate to do it, but I have to give this four stars as I was passing by and went to go say a rosary inside, but the doors were all locked at noon on a Saturday. Not sure why they were, but I left and went elsewhe…
Sermons Online
The Basilica of Saint Peter publishes sermons on YouTube
Service Times
🕐 Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM
🕐 Saturday: 4:00 – 5:00 PM
🕐 Sunday: 8:30 AM – 2:30 PM, 5:00 – 6:30 PM
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time does The Basilica of Saint Peter hold services?
Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM, Saturday: 4:00 – 5:00 PM, Sunday: 8:30 AM – 2:30 PM, 5:00 – 6:30 PM
Where is The Basilica of Saint Peter located?
1529 Assembly St, Columbia, SC 29201
What denomination is The Basilica of Saint Peter?
The Basilica of Saint Peter is a Catholic church.
How do I contact The Basilica of Saint Peter?
Call (803) 779-0036 or visit https://www.visitstpeters.org/.
What is The Basilica of Saint Peter known for?
The Basilica of Saint Peter is a Catholic church serving the Columbia community.
Church Health Score
Based on Google rating, reviews, and online presence
Strong
This church scores 83/100 compared to other Catholic churches in Columbia.
Catholic Benchmarks
Hartford Seminary + ECFA national averages