Sacred Heart Cathedral, Kota Kinabalu, Catholic cathedral in Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia.

Sacred Heart Cathedral is the cathedral of the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Kota Kinabalu, built from 1979 to 1981 and dedicated on 21 November 1981. Its modern design has a triangular roof and uses reinforced concrete and structural steel, materials chosen to withstand Sabah's heavy rain and high temperatures. The cathedral complex also holds a school, a Marian grotto and a Stations of the Cross path.

The mission dates to January 1903, when Fr. Henry van der Heyden arrived in Jesselton; the site was bought on 9 April 1903. Fr. Valentine Weber built the first church in 1911 and Fr. Arnold Verhoeven the second in 1938. Japanese bombing in World War II left only pillars and foundation; the church reopened in 1949. It became a cathedral in 1976, and the present building was erected from 1979 to 1981 under Fr. Tobias Chi, dedicated on 21 November 1981.

This cathedral serves as the spiritual center for Catholics in Sabah, where the community gathers for worship and celebrations throughout the year. The building functions as a gathering place where local residents connect through shared religious practices and community events.

Visitors can access the cathedral during designated visiting hours, with information about services and events available on the official website. It is best to check ahead for mass schedules and any special celebrations happening during your visit.

The cathedral's name comes from the Sacred Heart of Jesus, chosen by Fr. Henry van der Heyden after he arrived in Jesselton in January 1903 and saw the hardships of the early Hakka farming community. The mission land was bought under his name on 9 April 1903.