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 Jul

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Starting at $38.00

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Thu 17 Jul

Starting at $38.00

Make a reservation

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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)

Dave_M

Mar 2025

The guide provided a wonderful and in depth history of Catholicism in NYC. Catacombs were fascinating Church is Beautiful and reverent.

Compass45005223318

Mar 2025

Leslie was an absolutely incredible guide for the Catacombs by Candlelight tour. She had an abundance of knowledge regarding the history of essentially everything I can think of, gave us detailed context on the history surrounding all the events we discussed, and was a captivating storyteller to boot. In particular, I really appreciated that she continued the tour into the catacombs and told us the stories behind a number of the vaults within, including how people sometimes rediscovered their roots by visiting and helped St. Patrick's put together the unrecorded past of their family. I would love to take some other members of my friends and family back here, and it will be a real treat if we are lucky enough for Leslie to be our guide.

R2146FNjohnw

Feb 2025

My idea to visit. Not sure wife and kids was too impressed when i insisted we visit. They all really enjoyed the tour. Very good tour rep, lots of interesting things we would have never known about new york and how these catacombs come about. Great place to visit. Shame we never got into the other church near 5th avenue. Service going on. A must on your NY visit. Off the normal must sees list.