NYC 's Cathedral of Saint John the Divine - New York City

Here at 112th St. in the upper west side of Manhattan is this great church. It is the largest Gothic Cathedral in the nation and is over 600 feet in length. Within are eight great columns soaring high above the ground. Each weighs about 130 tons. 'But what will really capture your attention are over 150 stained glass windows depicting religious and non religious scenes, not to mention the art treasures found within.

Construction on this great cathedral began in 1892, but it has never ended. It is said that upon completion, this would be the largest cathedral in the world. Actually, it so large that the you could fit the Statue of Liberty within.

Sitting within its 13 acres of gardens and grounds is this magnificent statue of Archangel Michael's slaying of Satan. There are plaques nearby giving you information regarding this statue. It's really something else. You definitely have to see this in person to truly appreciate it. Walking up to the Cathedral you're taken in by it's architecture, the ornaments and its grand doors beckoning you in.

It's quite a sight. Check out the visitor section below or visit their website for more information on some of the church's programs, performing arts and other events.

NOTE THAT HOURS, TIMES AND TOUR COSTS MAY HAVE CHANGED SINCE THIS PAGE WAS LAST UPDATED.

Cathedral Hours:
Monday - Saturday, from 7 AM to 6 PM,
Sunday 7 AM - 7 PM, July and August the Cathedral closes at 6 PM on Sundays

Cathedral Shop: Monday - Sunday, 9 AM - 5 PM
Grounds and Gardens: Open during daylight hours

The Cathedral is wheelchair accessible through the 113th street ramp. Inside the Cathedral ramps are available to reach the chapels,

Group Tours and School Group Tours are available by reservation, Tuesday through Saturday between 9:00 AM and 2:00 PM. A group is 10 or more people.
212-932-7347

Individuals and groups less than 10 people are invited to attend the following:

Public Tours
Tuesday - Saturday at 11 AM
Sunday at 1 PM
Walk through the bustling nave and through the serene chapels to learn about this grand structure.
$5 per person / $4 for students/seniors

Vertical Tours
First & third Saturdays of the month, at 12 PM & 2PM.
Climb 124 feet up spiral stone staircases to the top of the Cathedral for spectacular views.
$10 per person.
Reservations required.
To make reservations call 212-932-7347.

General Information: 212 316 7540
Ticket information: The Cathedral Box Office: 212 662 2133
CityTix: 212 581 1212

visit their website

Getting there by Subway: B, C leave you nearby