San Fernando Cathedral folklore and reported hauntings

San Fernando Cathedral (founded 1731) is one of the oldest cathedrals in the continental United States and a central landmark in San Antonio. Local folklore and many city ghost tours recount stories of unexplained sounds, apparitions, and other paranormal claims associated with the cathedral and its historic burials. These accounts are part of the city's oral and touristic traditions and are not established historical facts. The cathedral remains an active parish and a documented historic site.