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

Thu 17 Apr

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Starting at $38.00

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Thu 17 Apr

Starting at $38.00

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What's Included

All taxes, fees and handling charges

Professional guides

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)

Christine_M

Mar 2025

I thought it was a great tour and our guide William was very knowledgeable. I would definitely recommend it.

Mark_C

Mar 2025

Excellent tour, great tour guide, great sense of humor. Lots of information about the history of New York City. Fascinating history of the church, the cemeteries that border it, and the surrounding area. The catacombs were interesting, the flashlight from my phone was necessary to read the engraving in there. Every tomb tells a story of days gone by. I recommend the tour for anyone interested in the history of NYC.

Betty_T

Mar 2025

Today I convinced my family to come with me on the Catacombs by Candlelight tour. I am a history/archaeology professor and human osteologist/paleopathologist. I came to the East Coast to attend the Paleopathology Association conference in Baltimore and then wandered up to NYC. So of course I had to see what the Catacombs in NYC were all about. I have been on a private tour of the Catacombs in Paris and although, this tour was different (no human remains on display) it was just as lovely and insightful (if not more insightful). Our tour guide was Lee and he did an amazing job filling us in on the history of the area, the church, and the catacombs. Sometimes, convincing my family to do things I am interested in is a little bit hard but I will say that they loved this tour and it had everything to do with the way the Lee presented the regional and church history. I would highly recommend this tour and although I have not experienced any of the other tour guides, if you can get Lee, he was awesome!