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St. Patrick's Cathedral Official Audio Tour in New York, NY

Attractions4Us • 50th Street & 5th Avenue • New York, NY 10022

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Stained glass window depicting colorful religious scenes in a gothic-style church with tall arches and decorative columns.

Entrance of a Gothic-style stone cathedral with open wooden doors, featuring intricate carvings and flags on either side.

Marble altar with religious statues and floral arrangements, featuring an ornate design and a framed image above.

Chapel interior with a central statue of a robed figure, surrounded by ornate carvings and religious artifacts. A red curtain is to the right.

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Experience an enriching St. Patrick's Cathedral tour in New York City. Completed in 1878 after the American Civil War, immerse in the rich history and marvel at the stained-glass windows and ornate designs at your own pace. The cathedral is a masterpiece of Gothic Revival architecture and remains one of the most iconic landmarks in the heart of Manhattan.

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An approximately 2-hour self-guided tour with about an hour-long pre-recorded narration by Cardinal Timothy Dolan.
St. Patrick's Cathedral, the largest decorated Neo-Gothic-style Catholic cathedral in North America, was designed by 19th-century architect James Renwick Jr.
Located right in the heart of Manhattan, across the street from Saks Fifth Avenue, half a mile from Rockefeller Center.
Show your e-voucher to secure a visitor's pass at the "will call" desk in St. Patrick's gift shop at 15 E 51 St., across the street from the cathedral.
Please show your pass to security at the entry. Bags are subject to search, so only bring the essentials. Do not bring any luggage.
Find peace and serenity as you step inside, even when surrounded by the bustling streets of New York City. Visitors of all faiths are welcome.
Keep in mind that the cathedral remains to be an active place of worship, so please respect the solemnity of the space.
Wear weather-appropriate, comfortable clothing and walking shoes. Dress modestly.

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Explore St Patrick's Cathedral, the largest gothic-style Catholic cathedral in the United States. Taking up an entire city block, the cathedral opened in 1879. This marble-clad building is considered one of New York City’s finest buildings and is on 5th Ave., opposite the Rockefeller Center.

Enjoy expedited entry and a self-guided multi-lingual audio guide. You can listen to the audio tour and explore the Cathedral at your own pace. The audio tour is narrated by Cardinal Timothy Dolan and is about 1 hour long.

It is recommended to allow up to 1.5 hours as you may wish to pause the audio tour at times to enjoy features like the Lady Chapel, the towering twin spires, and the 9000 lb. bronze doors which can be opened by a single person.

You can also explore the main altar, the stained-glass windows and the Pieta sculpture, 3 times the size of Michelangelo's. The Cathedral has 21 altars and 19 bells, each named after a different saint. Babe Ruth, Andy Warhol and Robert F. Kennedy all had memorial masses here.

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Gothic-style cathedral exterior with pointed arches and detailed carvings, flanked by modern skyscraper and green trees under a clear blue sky.

Ornate marble altar in a church featuring religious statues and floral arrangements, with rows of blue votive candles on each side.

St. Patrick's Cathedral Official Self-Guided Audio Tour is located at Attractions4Us • 50th Street & 5th Avenue • New York, NY 10022

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Frequently Asked Questions about St. Patrick's Cathedral Official Self-Guided Audio Tour

Where is St. Patrick's Cathedral located?

The St. Patrick's Cathedral is at 50th Street & 5th Avenue, New York, NY 10022. The cathedral is in Midtown Manhattan, not to be confused with The Basilica of St. Patrick's Old Cathedral in Lower Manhattan. It's located right in the heart of Manhattan, across E 50th Street from Saks Fifth Avenue, 0.1 mile from Rockefeller Center, and more NYC establishments.

Is it near public transportation?

Yes, the cathedral is 0.5 mile away from Grand Central Terminal, 0.1 mile from 5 Av./53 St. subway station, and across Madison Avenue from Madison Av. & East 51 St. bus stop.

What should I bring?

Bring a fully charged smartphone and headphones. The audio tour includes the use of a tablet but on a first-come, first-serve basis. The tablet is subject to availability, but disposable headphones are provided.

How long is the tour?

The pre-recorded narration of the self-guided tour is approximately an hour long. Allow about two hours to tour St. Patrick's Cathedral at your own pace.

When is the best time to do the self-guided tour?

Visit St. Patrick's Cathedral any time between 9AM and 6PM daily, subject to change without prior notice. Best to do the self-guided tour when there's no ongoing mass or in the morning to avoid the crowd. Last entry to the cathedral is an hour before closing.