Truly an amazing experience to step into this magnificent church. The architecture is beautiful, the peacefulness overwhelming and to be so lucky to be there when someone steps up to the organ and starts practicing or hear the Boys choir practice be there for a service is truly a treat to never forget. And see the flowers resting on Bach's grave- it's a moment. Tips: Get there early if seeing the boys choi and if you want to be able to see them you will have to sit downstairs towards the inside. If you are in back rows (out of luck) Up top left side (facing choir) you will see organ player and the amazing ceiling and be near the stain glass windows. read more

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Gayle and I spent a nice afternoon and evening in Leipzig before travelling to Prague the next day. We toured around the Church, marveled at the stained glass, and learned a bit about pre- and post GDR and Nazi history and of course the musical pedigree of this distinct historical and architectural landmark. We returned later to attend evening prayers (for a modest entry fee). The highlight was hearing the St. Thomas Boy's Choir, of which Bach was once choirmaster. They were up in the balcony sounding like angels, while we sat down below listening to them and the pastor in German. I found it to be a moving spiritual experience that transcended language. read more

What an amazing historical and architectural site! From Bach's tomb to the unification of Germany this is a must see historical site. Beautiful architecture which is hard to find post WWII. The acoustics in the building are fantastic as they play the organ. For only a euro admission this is great. There is a great small music museum with many old texts and instruments. You can really feel the significance of this building while exploring, I'm not too much of a spiritual person but this place sure made me feel something. Beautiful place to visit and absolutely essential to any music lover. read more

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I concur with the other reviewers. If you visit Leipzig, you should visit this church. If you're thinking, should I visit Leipzig so I can visit this church, then no, I don't think you should make the trip. Perhaps as a musician, you might like to go to pay your respects to Bach but as a landmark, this style of architecture is just not my taste. I like a bit more flash and both the exterior and interior of the church are rather simple and restrained and not worth visiting for the visual splendor of the facade or decor alone. read more

This is a must see for anybody who is into old churches or the history of music. JS Bach was choir master here from 1723 until his death in 1750, though he wouldn't recognise the interior because it was completely remodelled in the 1880s. Nevertheless his grave takes pride of place in what is a magnificent and well maintained building. read more

If you visit Leipzig you should visit this famous church