Book a tour

Book a Tour

We look forward to welcoming you to the Cathedral of St Stephen and Precinct. Our guides are very keen to share their knowledge and love of this sacred place.

Please complete the below form and click submit at the bottom of the page. One of our team will be in contact with you to confirm your booking.

If you are bringing groups on different days, please complete a form for each day.

* Indicates required field

Name of Group *

Number of Supervising Adults *

Number in group *

School Year Level *

Group Leader Name *

Email *

Phone Number *

Preferred Date (option 1) *

Preferred Date (option 2) *

Preferred Date (option 3) *

NB: please choose dates at least one week after time of booking to allow time for guides to be scheduled. No Chapel tours on first Wednesday of every month.
For smaller groups, there are tours available around 10:30 on weekdays which do not need to be booked.

Requested start and end time - 45 minutes approx - (n.b Staff will contact you to discuss/confirm)) *

NB: Tour groups to meet at designated meeting place 10 mins before tour or Mass begins - outside the southern door (between the Cathedral and Chapel)

Will you be attending Mass? *

Yes - 10:00am Yes - 12:30pm Yes - Other No

Physical Limitations *

WHAT IS THE FOCUS OF THE TOUR *

Pre-Visit Information

Please read all information carefully and indicate below that you adhere to these requirements.

Safeguarding Children and Vulnerable Adults

The Cathedral of St Stephen adheres to the Archdiocese of Brisbane standards for the Safeguarding of Children and Vulnerable Adults, and we strive to ensure a safe and welcoming environment for all.

Schools

Vulnerable Adults

Schools are kindly reminded that the behaviour of students and visitors is the responsibility of the accompanying school staff. We request that staff address any behaviours related to the safety and sanctity of the Cathedral precinct. It is mandatory for a teacher or adult supervisor to always accompany students, including to the toilet areas.

You are kindly reminded that the care and safety of individuals on your tour is your responsibility. It is requested that a carer always accompanies vulnerable adults in your group, including when using toilet facilities.

Work, Health and Safety at St Stephen's Cathedral

For the information of visiting groups and group leaders
This is a summary of a larger document Workplace Health and Safety, St Stephen’s Cathedral which is available on application to the Cathedral Office
NB: There is no facility to store bags.

A risk assessment of the Cathedral and precinct is carried out by the WHS staff each morning.
See the emergency plans for assembly area and access by emergency vehicles (plan attached).
In an emergency, follow advice given by guides and welcomers and Cathedral precinct staff. The Dean has overall responsibility.
Cathedral guides and welcomers are your first people to contact in case of an emergency.
Teachers and group leaders have responsibility for the safety and actions of all members of their group.
Report any concerning incident or injury before leaving the precinct.

Recognise the Sacredness of this Shared Space

The Cathedral is a sacred place for the Catholic Church in Brisbane. Visitors are asked to demonstrate respect and refrain from:

Drinking or eating in the Cathedral or Chapel
Taking photographs of children, vulnerable adults or people at prayer (unless authorised by the Cathedral office)
Placing items on the altar or ambo (lectern)
Sitting or playing on the Sanctuary
Using mobile devices within the Cathedral and Chapel (particularly mobile phones)
Recording tours either by audio or video
Movement around the grounds and within the Cathedral itself should be kept respectful, with minimal disruption to other visitors, worshippers or passing members of the public. This is especially important as masses are held several times throughout the day and there are also opportunities for special worship, such as Adoration.

Acknowledgement *

We/I have read the pre-visit information and agree to the conditions outlined above.

Contribution

A contribution for the guided tour of $5 per person where appropriate; or any donation is appreciated.
The contribution may be paid directly to the Cathedral via direct debit or an invoice can be provided.

BSB: 064786
Account No: 005901100
Account Name: St Stephen's Cathedral Parish
Reference: (Name of group) Tour

Precinct Map

Please see below map showing the meeting place and emergency assembly area

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