Immaculate Conception Catholic Church - San Diego (CA)

5 /5 Mary Beth R: Beautiful and well-kept historic Church.

5 /5 Soumyodipta Mukerjee: Beautiful church . I felt lucky that I could visit such a beautiful church . Feeling holy from inside . Praise the Lord!

1 /5 Robert Norton: As a professional photographer for over 12 years doing event photography I was booked to do a communion at this church, before agreeing I asked the client to check if they allow photographers as many churches do not for this event. The client was told it was ok. When I arrived I checked in with the ladies running the church and asked if there was any rules or places to avoid. The only spot was the alter area which is typical. The ladies introduced me to their photographer for the event and I let her know I would stay out of her way out of respect. From almost the start the other photographer would go out of her way to tell me I couldnt stand in places, grabbing my arm and pulling me etc. Over a 45 minute period I went to the other side of church twice both time using the side walkways and walking all the way to the back of the church to cross over not getting in anyones way. During the second time the other photographer again grabbed my arm and I told her bluntly to stop touching me. She told me I was causing a disturbance by crossing the church and wanted me to leave. One of the ladies who gave me the rules was next to her and I asked to talk to her off to the side. She obviously took the others side and asked me for proof I was allowed to shoot the event despite having no problem 30 minutes before.. I was told I had to sit with the client and shoot from there. I have never been so disrespected on a shoot, I will not be along further jobs here

5 /5 Kytka: The Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Old Town San Diego is a stunning piece of history and faith. Completed in 1917, the church was built on the site of California’s first Catholic parish, which dates back to the late 18th century when Father Junípero Serra established the Mission San Diego de Alcalá nearby. The church is a beautiful example of Spanish Revival architecture, with its whitewashed walls, red-tiled roof, and an iconic bell tower that stands as a beacon of San Diego’s Catholic heritage. Inside, the church exudes a sense of peace and reverence, featuring stained-glass windows and intricate woodwork. As the spiritual heart of Old Town, it continues to serve as a place of worship and community gathering. It’s a quiet reminder of the city’s rich cultural and spiritual roots.