The foundation stone of the parish church České Budějovice was laid around 1265, shortly after the founding of the city.

[1] The original Gothic church was damaged by fire and repaired in the years 1513 - 1518.

In the 17th century, reconstruction took place and the church acquired its current baroque appearance.

In 1785 the interior was renovated when the church was elevated to a cathedral due to the creation of the Diocese of České Budějovice.

[2] A cemetery was located beside the church and was in use from the Middle Ages up to the year 1784, when the decree of Joseph II forbade further burials.