Be Awestruck by the Stunning Architecture of St. Joseph Cathedral
Dominating the harbor front, this Gothic-style Roman Catholic church is the seat of the Dar es Salaam archdiocese. Built by German missionaries between 1897 and 1902, the cathedral features numerous striking elements like the shingled spire, vaulted interior, and stained-glass windows behind the altar. Even today, visitors will find many of the original German inscriptions and artwork, including the carved relief above the main altar. The Sunday morning service is considered by many to be the best time to soak up the atmosphere.Hours
Holy Mass
Sunday
- First Mass - 7:00 am (Kiswahili)
- Second Mass - 8:30 am (English)
- Third Mass - 10:45 am (Kiswahili)
- Fourth Mass - 11:30 am (English)
- Fifth Mass - 4:30 pm (Kiswahili)
Weekdays:
- First Mass - 6:00 am
- Second Mass - 6:45 am
- Lunch Mass - 1:00 pm
- Evening Mass - 5:30 pm (Wednesdays in English)
Public Holidays:
- Mass at 8:00 am
Saturday:
- Wedding Mass
Confession
Weekdays:
- After the second Mass
Saturday:
- from 6:00 pm
Office Hours
Weekdays:
- 8:30 am to 12:30 pm and then from 3:00 pm to 5:30 pm
Saturday:
- 8:30 am to 12:00 pm