St. Patrick's Cathedral - New York Campus
Catholic · Liturgical worship · New York, NY
- Location
- New York, New York 10022, 10001
- Denomination
- Catholic
- Worship style
- Liturgical
- Size
- Large
- Ministries & emphasis
- Liturgical, Sacramental Preaching, Kids Ministry, Youth Ministry, Small Groups
- Google rating
- ★ 4.8 (42,997 reviews)
- Kids ministry
- Yes
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What visitors say
Beautiful inside and out. Stained glass windows that reach to the sky. The cathedral is peaceful, calm and quiet. Perfect place to sit in quiet reflection. This is an active church so please be respectful of those who are there for worship. They will do a bag check. There is a small gift shop near the entrance. They are doing some construction at the rear of the church which is getting covered in scaffolding. I first visited St. Patrick’s Cathedral in 2019 and returned again in May 2025. What impressed me most was how consistent the experience felt. Despite everything that has changed over the years, the cathedral remains just as beautiful, peaceful, and awe-inspiring as I remembered. Both times I visited there were school groups touring the cathedral, but the space is large enough that everyone can still take their time appreciating the architecture and atmosphere without feeling crowded. One of my favorite things about St. Patrick’s Cathedral is that its beauty extends beyond religion. The craftsmanship, detail, and sheer scale of the building are fascinating. From the moment you stand in front of the enormous doors, you can’t help but appreciate the thought, artistry, and dedication that went into creating it. The location is fantastic for travelers staying in Midtown Manhattan. It’s within walking distance of Fifth Avenue, Rockefeller Center, NBC Studios, Radio City Music Hall, and many other iconic New York attractions. It’s also directly across from the famous Atlas statue, which is worth taking a moment to admire. I was fortunate enough to have a view of the cathedral from my hotel during my visit and have included a few of those photos as well. The gift shop inside the cathedral is fun to browse, and there’s also a larger religious gift shop on the same block to the left if you’re facing the front of the cathedral. Whether you’re visiting for religious reasons, architecture, photography, or simply to experience one of New York City’s most beautiful landmarks, St. Patrick’s Cathedral is absolutely worth a visit. The cathedral is a stunning sanctuary, perfect for quiet reflection and prayer. Its majestic architecture and serene atmosphere create a feeling of peace and awe. A truly beautiful place to rest, recharge, and connect spiritually, offering a calm escape from the busyness of daily life. My wife’s birthday so we prayed. Admired beautiful place. Bought some holy water and attended mass. It’s a beautiful place and the construction and history of the cathedral was awesome. It was a very nice church and a must stop when your on 5th Ave Gorgeous architecture and stained glass windows. This is a stunning cathedral to walk through. You only need tickets to enter if you plan on doing the audio tour. Otherwise, you can freely walk in to look around, sit and enjoy the serenity, light a candle, or say some prayers in peace.
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