10 Churches & Cathedrals in New York City That You Shouldn't Miss

November 10, 2021 Margarita Chappel

Conquering New York in one visit is impossible. Instead, hit the must-sees – the Empire State Building, the Statue of Liberty, Central Park, the Metropolitan Museum of Art – and then explore off the beaten path with visits to The Cloisters or one of the city’s libraries. Indulge in the bohemian shops of the West Village or the fine dining of the Upper West Side. The bustling marketplace inside of Grand Central Station gives you a literal taste of the best the city has to offer.
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1. Shiloh Baptist Church

2226 Adam Clayton Powell Jr Blvd, New York City, NY 10027-7892 +1 212-234-0440
Excellent
78%
Good
22%
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5.0 based on 9 reviews

Shiloh Baptist Church

2. The Church of St. Ignatius Loyola

980 Park Ave, New York City, NY 10028-0805 +1 212-288-3588 http://www.stignatiusloyola.org
Excellent
88%
Good
4%
Satisfactory
4%
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4%
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5.0 based on 24 reviews

The Church of St. Ignatius Loyola

Reviewed By EugenioSalandra - Los Angeles, United States

The magnificent Church of St. Ignatius Loyola has been home to the Jesuit community in New York City for decades. It houses a beautiful Black Madonna reminiscent of the one at Monserrat. Pierre Teilhard de Chardin SJ and James Martin SJ are among the Jesuits who have been associated with this parish. It was also for many decades the home parish of the great Hungarian-American master animator Tissa David.

3. Convent Avenue Baptist Church

420 W 145th St, New York City, NY 10031-5202 http://www.conventchurch.org
Excellent
88%
Good
7%
Satisfactory
2%
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0%
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3%
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5.0 based on 42 reviews

Convent Avenue Baptist Church

4. Elmendorf Reformed Church

171 E 121st St, New York City, NY 10035-3524 +1 212-534-5856 http://elmendorfreformedchurch.org/
Excellent
77%
Good
23%
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5.0 based on 13 reviews

Elmendorf Reformed Church

5. Church of Saint Vincent Ferrer

869 Lexington Ave, New York City, NY 10065-6648 +1 212-744-2080 http://www.svsc.info
Excellent
94%
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5.0 based on 16 reviews

Church of Saint Vincent Ferrer

Reviewed By ashoki172 - Sharjah, United Arab Emirates

Walking on Lexington Avenue, this Neo-Gothic Marvel surprises you and is a glimpse of the hidden gems that New York has in its urban crypt for the traveler

6. Church of Saint Joseph of the Holy Family

405 West 125 Street, New York City, NY 10027-4201 +1 212-662-9125 http://www.stjosephoftheholyfamily.org
Excellent
79%
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5.0 based on 19 reviews

Church of Saint Joseph of the Holy Family

7. St. Paul's Chapel

209 Broadway b/t Fulton Street & Vesey Street, New York City, NY 10007-2977 +1 212-602-0800 http://www.trinitywallstreet.org/about/stpaulschapel
Excellent
63%
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29%
Satisfactory
7%
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4.5 based on 3,435 reviews

St. Paul's Chapel

Founded in 1766, St. Paul's Chapel is part of the Trinity Wall Street parish. George Washington prayed here after his inauguration as President in 1789. It is open to visitors daily and worship services are held in the chapel every Sunday. The chapel regularly hosts community events, concerts, and art exhibitions. The churchyard is open to visitors who wish to visit the historic memorials and monuments or enjoy a moment of quiet. Free guided tours are offered Fridays at 3pm. Meet at the pulpit inside St. Paul’s Chapel. Beginning Sunday May 13, the 8 am, 9:15 am, 11:15 am, and 8 pm Compline services will take place at St. Paul’s Chapel.

Reviewed By dustythoughts - Manchester, United States

This small, beautiful chapel is grounded in America's founding history (it was founded in the 18th century and George Washington worshipped here), as well as in more recent history - given it's geographic location near the World Trade Center site, it offered refuge to first responders. There are stuffed animals and other memorials to acknowledge 9/11, in a sobering yet comforting reminder of where we've been and how far we've come. There's also a small cemetery next to the chapel. It's both a memorial and an active church with services, so while you're allowed to walk through the chapel, please remember to be respectful of the community still praying there.

8. St. Thomas Church

1 W 53rd St, New York City, NY 10019-5401 +1 212-757-7013 http://www.saintthomaschurch.org/
Excellent
64%
Good
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4.5 based on 491 reviews

St. Thomas Church

Built in 1913, this impressive church contains statues of more than 40 saints and bishops.

Reviewed By 716sachink - Plainview, United States

St. Thomas Church on 5th Avenue in NYC close to St.Patrick’s Cathedral is very impressive for it’s architecture. Certainly worth visiting when walking on 5th Avenue.

9. St. Patrick's Cathedral

50th Street & 5th Avenue Wheelchair accessibility located off the corner of 51st Street and 5th Avenue, New York City, NY 10022-6863 +1 914-879-0535 [email protected] http://www.saintpatrickscathedral.org/tours
Excellent
71%
Good
24%
Satisfactory
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Poor
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4.5 based on 14,933 reviews

St. Patrick's Cathedral

St. Patrick’s Cathedral is the Mother Church of the Archdiocese of New York and the seat of its Archbishop. Built by contributions large and small, it remains emblematic of the ascendance of religious freedom in the New World. As such, this international landmark is a beacon of hope for those who share the Catholic faith and a source of inspiration to the more than five million visitors of every religious denomination welcomed here each year. St. Patrick’s Cathedral has stood strong, overlooking 5th Ave, since 1879. The vibrancy of its windows, the beauty of its music and the purpose of its charitable outreach call us to respond to our shared humanity. Saint Patrick’s Cathedral is a must see destination when visiting New York. Our tour has been crafted to capture the essence of the church. It addresses the rich history of the past and the incredible art and architecture that makes it one of a kind. Timothy Cardinal Dolan, narrates the tour with Monsignor Robert Ritchie.

Reviewed By troydhorton - Celina, United States

While visiting NYC for our son's 12th birthday, we had the great pleasure of attending Sunday mass at the Cathedral, then came back the next day for a formal tour of this beautiful church. After mass on Sunday, we took a bit of time to stroll through the facility to look at the art, statues and relics housed there. On Monday morning we returned for the guided audio tour that we'd purchased online. Upon arrival, we were greeted by a kind gentleman named Tony who explained how it all worked, issued us some electronic devices and headphones and we were off. Tony was extremely helpful and very personable. I would highly recommend purchasing the audio tour that explains the history and significance of many of the statues, altars and artifacts within the Cathedral.

10. Marble Collegiate Church

1 W 29th St, New York City, NY 10001-4596 +1 212-686-2770 http://www.MarbleChurch.org
Excellent
50%
Good
32%
Satisfactory
14%
Poor
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4.5 based on 28 reviews

Marble Collegiate Church

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