The church was constructed between 1610 and 1630 using blueprints from the Italian architect Giacomo Briano.
The interior contains one of the largest collections of surviving 18th-century Baroque frescoes in Ukraine.
During the Soviet period, the church was closed to the public and repurposed as a storage facility for the Stefanyk Scientific Library, housing millions of books.
The underground crypt contains archeological remains of the medieval city walls and older residential foundations dating back to the 13th century.
The church was returned to the religious community and re-consecrated in 2011, shifting from a state archive back to active worship.
The Church of the Most Holy Apostles Peter and Paul is a prominent 17th-century Jesuit structure situated in the historic center of Lviv. Its design is based on the Church of the Gesu in Rome, serving as one of the largest religious buildings in the city. The interior features extensive 18th-century frescoes by Sebastian Eckstein and Franciszek Eckstein. The building served as a warehouse for books during the Soviet era before returning to religious use in 2011. It currently functions as a Garrison Church under the jurisdiction of the Chaplaincy of the Ukrainian Greek Catholic Church. Visitors can explore a historic underground crypt that spans multiple levels beneath the nave. The facade is characterized by an early Baroque style with Renaissance influences, featuring sculptural figures of saints in its niches.
From the rear of the nave looking toward the altar to capture the full scale of the vaulted ceiling and frescoes.
Visit the underground crypt level for a guided look at the structural foundations and city history.
Look up at the central dome and ceiling vaults to appreciate the original perspective-enhancing frescoes.
Check the notice board near the entrance for current announcements regarding memorial services or cultural concerts.
Do not attempt to walk through the main aisle if a service is in progress; use the side corridors to view the art.
Modest dress is required; shoulders and knees should be covered. Remove hats upon entering and maintain silence during ongoing prayer services.
