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title: St Patricks Cathedral Official Self-Guided Audio Tour
slug: st-patricks-cathedral-official-tour-new-york-city
type: attraction
sub_type: sightseeing
source_url: https://www.tripster.com/detail/st-patricks-cathedral-official-tour-new-york-city
city: New York
state: NY
country: US
address: 50th Street & 5th Avenue
geo:
  lat: 40.75861
  lng: -73.97619
duration: up to 1 hrs
cancellation_policy: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience.
extracted_at: 2026-06-16T21:24:40.163Z
price_from:
  amount: 23
  currency: USD
  unit: per_adult
availability: InStock
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ticket_options:
  - group: Other Options
    options:
      - name: St Patricks Cathedral Official Tour
        price: 23
        regular_price: 25
        savings: 2
        ticket_types:
          - name: Adult (12+ yrs)
            min_age: 12
          - name: Child (3-11 yrs)
            min_age: 3
            max_age: 11
---
## Overview

Experience an enriching self-guided audio tour of St. Patrick's Cathedral in New York City, narrated by Cardinal Timothy Dolan. Explore the largest decorated Neo-Gothic-style Catholic cathedral in North America at your own pace.

## What's Included

- Self-guided multi-lingual audio guide narrated by Cardinal Timothy Dolan (about 1 hour long)
- Expedited entry to St. Patrick's Cathedral
- Use of a tablet for the audio tour on a first-come, first-serve basis (subject to availability)
- Disposable headphones provided

## What's Not Included

No information on exclusions provided.

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## Ticket Options

- **St Patricks Cathedral Official Tour** — $23.00 (regularly $25.00, save $2.00)
  The official self-guided audio tour of the world-renowned St Patrick's Cathedral in NYC is narrated by Cardinal Timothy Dolan and includes complimentary headphones and use of a tablet on a first-come, first-serve basis.
  - Adult (12+ yrs)
  - Child (3-11 yrs)

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## Good to Know

* The tour is approximately 2 hours, with about an hour of pre-recorded narration.
* The cathedral was designed by 19th-century architect James Renwick Jr.
* Located in Midtown Manhattan, across the street from Saks Fifth Avenue and near Rockefeller Center.
* Show your e-voucher at the "will call" desk in St. Patrick's gift shop at 15 E 51 St., across from the cathedral, to get a visitor’s pass.
* Show the pass to security upon entry; bags are subject to search. Do not bring luggage.
* The cathedral is an active place of worship; visitors of all faiths are welcome. Please respect the solemnity of the space.
* Wear weather-appropriate, comfortable clothing and walking shoes. Dress modestly.
* Bring a fully charged smartphone and headphones for the audio tour.
* The audio narration is available in English, Spanish, Italian, French, and Portuguese.
* There is a dedicated kids' version of the audio tour.
* The cathedral has wheelchair access via a ramped entrance on the left side at the corner of E 51st St. and 5th Avenue.

## Cancellation Policy

Free Changes & Cancellations. See details upon selection.

## FAQs

### Where is St. Patrick's Cathedral located?

The St. Patrick's Cathedral is at 50th Street & 5th Avenue, New York, NY 10022. The cathedral is in Midtown Manhattan, across E 50th Street from Saks Fifth Avenue, 0.1 mile from Rockefeller Center.

### Is it near public transportation?

Yes, the cathedral is 0.5 mile from Grand Central Terminal, 0.1 mile from 5 Av./53 St. subway station, and across Madison Avenue from Madison Av. & East 51 St. bus stop.

### What should I bring?

Bring a fully charged smartphone and headphones. Tablets for the audio tour are available on a first-come, first-serve basis. Disposable headphones are provided.

### How long is the tour?

The pre-recorded narration of the self-guided tour is approximately an hour long. Allow about two hours to tour St. Patrick's Cathedral at your own pace.

### When is the best time to do the self-guided tour?

Visit St. Patrick's Cathedral any time between 9AM and 6PM daily, subject to change without prior notice. Best to do the self-guided tour when no mass is ongoing or in the morning to avoid crowds. Last entry is one hour before closing.

### Is the recorded audio narration only available in English?

No, it's also available in Spanish, Italian, French, and Portuguese.

### Is the self-guided tour recommended for children?

Yes, there is a dedicated kid's version of the audio tour.

### Is St. Patrick's Cathedral wheelchair accessible?

Yes, with a ramped entrance on the left side of the building at the corner of E 51st St. and 5th Avenue.

## Reviews

> "No show tour guide"
> — 94mandim, Reviewed May 24, 2026

> "Tertible, stat away!"
> — 849zeynept, Adana, Turkish Mediterranean Coast, Reviewed March 25, 2026