New York Catacombs by Candlelight

Overview

Enjoy this fascinating 90 minute group tour that introduces you to all of the secrets of the Basilica of St. Patrick's Old Cathedral. Enter off limits areas like the two walled cemeteries and an exclusive experience in the CATACOMBS beneath the Old Cathedral. For over 200 years, the CATACOMBS of the Basilica of St. Patrick’s Old Cathedral has served as the final resting place for the departed. This unique and historic place has been a silent witness to the many struggles and accomplishments of prominent New York Catholics. It is where bishops rest beside noteworthy New Yorkers who have played defining roles in Catholic, New York and American history.

City: New York City

Sat 16 Nov

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Starting at $37.00

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Sat 16 Nov

Starting at $37.00

Make a reservation

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What's Included

All taxes, fees and handling charges

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Additional Info

Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Children must be accompanied by an adult
PLEASE CHECK IN AT 266 MULBERRY STREET (CORNER OF MULBERRY ST. AND JERSEY ST.), WHERE THE TOUR BEGINS. CHECK IN 15 MINUTES BEFORE TOUR PLEASE.
PLEASE DO NOT GO TO ST. PATRICK'S CATHEDRAL ON FIFTH AVENUE! THIS IS A DIFFERENT ST. PATRICK'S IN MANHATTAN
Guests requiring wheelchair should contact Tommy's New York in advance to allow us to make proper preparations for your tour

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Reviews (1000)

scraphappylady

Nov 2022

Enjoyed our tour last weekend (Nov 2022). We are not Catholic, but the tour had plenty of general information/history to make it interesting. Of course, the part we were most interested in was the catacombs, and it did not disappoint. It was not the exposed-bones-piled-on-top-of-each-other type catacomb you find in places like Paris, but fascinating nonetheless. Sadly, we were not able to go behind/into the massive organ- apparently too much visiting in the past was not good for it and they are currently trying to raise money to refurbish it. I just wish they wouldn’t advertise such on their website, now that it’s not part of the tour. Enjoyed our visit.

Caitlyn_P

Nov 2022

The cathedral is very pretty. The guide told the historical context and gave a lot of interesting information. The catacombs are not very big but it was a neat experience regardless

Andre_C

Nov 2022

We enjoyed learning about the importance of this “little” church in the NY community, it’s history is very interesting. Our guide, Tommy, was incredibly knowledgeable and it’s always wonderful to see someone who so obviously loves what he does.