Situated on 310 acres of rolling hills and woodlands in the heart of the Baltimore-Washington area, the Shrine of St. Anthony offers a unique opportunity to “come away and rest awhile.” (Mk 6:31)

The Franciscan Friars Conventual are pleased to welcome all Pilgrims of Hope to the Shrine of St. Anthony in Ellicott City, Maryland, especially during this Jubilee Year. Virtual pilgrims can experience the beauty of this holy place and walk the halls on a unique virtual tour experience.

Dive in and learn about the design of our chapel, see a first-class relic up close, and even view photographs of the original construction of the St. Joseph Cupertino Friary almost 100 years ago. The virtual tour also features 13 murals depicting the life and ministry of St. Anthony of Padua.

Take the tour now: https://tour.shrineofstanthony.org/

Construction on the Shrine building began in 1930 and was completed in 1931.