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St. Patrick's Cathedral

9.0Locals Score / 10

#1 of 16 Attractions in New York City

Known forfifth-avenuereligiousfree
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St. Patrick's Cathedral is a soaring neo-Gothic Roman Catholic cathedral on Fifth Avenue, finished in 1878 and one of the most recognizable churches in America. Step inside to see the stained glass, the Lady Chapel, and the great organ; entry is free. It is an active house of worship, so services may limit access to parts of the nave.

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Pricefree
Phone(212) 753-2261
Websitesaintpatrickscathedral.org
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Last verifiedJuly 15, 2026

Locals Score

9.0/10
  • Value9.0
  • Iconic8.5
  • Excellence8.5
  • Crowd level7.0
  • Authenticity8.0
  • Accessibility9.0
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Last reviewed July 15, 2026 by AskTheCity Editorial.