What to do and see in Downtown Manhattan (Downtown), New York (NY): The Best Sacred & Religious Sites

October 17, 2021 Tonie Szymanski

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.
Restaurants in New York City

1. Kehila Kedosha Janina

280 Broome St, New York City, NY 10002-3702 +1 516-456-9336 http://www.kkjsm.org
Excellent
80%
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5.0 based on 5 reviews

Kehila Kedosha Janina

2. Trinity Church

Broadway at Wall Street, New York City, NY 10006 +1 212-602-0800 http://www.trinitywallstreet.org/
Excellent
47%
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8%
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4.5 based on 1,487 reviews

Trinity Church

Trinity Church Wall Street is in the midst of a two-year rejuvenation project to enhance the overall worship experience, make spaces accessible and welcoming, upgrade technology and infrastructure, and address deferred maintenance. The nave, or main body, of Trinity Church is currently closed to tours but offers Sunday services at 11:15am. Sunday services at 9:15am are also held in Trinity's Chapel of All Saints, and 9am family service and 8 pm Compline services take place at St. Paul’s Chapel. During the week, you can join us in the Chapel of All Saints at these times as well: Morning Prayer Weekdays at 8:15 am and 9 am; Midday Eucharist Weekdays at 12:05 pm; and Evening Prayer Weekdays at 5:15 pm.

Reviewed By Bridstow - Peterborough, United Kingdom

The Church is in the financial district just a short distance from the New York Stock Exchange. Although most of the Church was closed for refurbishment I have rated this highly because of its exterior, historic value and the churchyard in which you will find among others the burial place for Alexander Hamilton 1757 - 1804 First Secretary of The Treasury and his first born son Philip 1782 - 1801. The Chapel of All Saints is open daily for prayer during the refurbishment The Church is well worth a visit but if wanting to look inside I would advise checking whether the works have finished to save disappointment.

3. Grace Church

802 Broadway at 10th Street, New York City, NY 10003-4831 +1 212-254-2000 http://www.gracechurchnyc.org/
Excellent
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4.5 based on 76 reviews

Grace Church

Ornate and even a bit eerie, the neo-gothic Grace Church is nonetheless lovely.

Reviewed By Itinerant_Foodies - Greensboro, United States

We came here three times during our stay in NYC, all three times for organ concerts (which are referred to as meditations). Patrick Allen, the organist is very good and uses the organ to its best effect while he plays through either the Bach pieces or other works. All concerts are compelling and worth a listen whether you’re meditating or just listening. Be sure to take the tour of the church as well—it’s history is fascinating.

4. Bialystoker Synagogue

7-11 Willet St, New York City, NY 10002-4015 +1 212-475-0165 http://www.bialystoker.org
Excellent
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4.5 based on 3 reviews

Bialystoker Synagogue

5. 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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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.

6. St. Mark's-in-the-Bowery Church

131 E 10th St, New York City, NY 10003-7504 +1 212-674-6377 [email protected] http://poetryproject.org/
Excellent
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4.5 based on 15 reviews

St. Mark's-in-the-Bowery Church

7. St. Patrick's Old Cathedral

263 Mulberry St, New York City, NY 10012-3375 +1 212-226-8075 http://www.oldcathedral.org/
Excellent
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4.5 based on 419 reviews

St. Patrick's Old Cathedral

Reviewed By ANewyorkguy - New York City, United States

This is the original St. Patrick's Cathedral in New York City. Completely restored it has been given the nomenclature of Basilica. Truly a glorious church but it's not just the beautiful altar, Baptismal font or magnificent stained glass. The core of New York's Little Italy community of years gone by, it is also an historical edifice. In Martin Scorsese's home neighborhood you'll appreciate and you'll recognize the attached small cemetery where scenes from Mean Streets was filmed. Neighborhood has long since changed. It's now an upscale NYC community. Lots of boutiques throughout the area. They even have guided tours if you're interested. For me it was my neighborhood church, the place where my parents were married and I was baptized. For you it's a beautiful place to see, rich in history and culture

8. St Joseph's Chapel Catholic Memorial at Ground Zero

385 So. End Avenue St. Joseph’s Chapel, New York City, NY 10280-1038 212-233-8355 http://spcolr.org/catholic-memorial-at-ground-zero
Excellent
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4.5 based on 1,264 reviews

St Joseph's Chapel Catholic Memorial at Ground Zero

Reviewed By OmanRob - Calgary, Canada

its fitting to have a few sombre moments here to remember the monstrosities of that fateful day - the waterfalls are a fitting reminder allowing a tranquil place to look back up at what has been built since - very fitting all round, you have class New York and you;ve showed it here. Rob

9. Our Lady of Pompeii

25 Carmine St, New York City, NY 10014-4423 +1 212-989-6805 http://www.olpnyc.org/
Excellent
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4.5 based on 11 reviews

Our Lady of Pompeii

Reviewed By NYCHORAL

Wonderful place to hear a concert, especially around the holidays. Right in the middle of Greenwich Village, this Italian church looks amazing inside.

10. Church of The Most Precious Blood

113 Baxter Street / 109 Mulberry Street, New York City, NY 10012 +1 212-226-6427 http://www.oldcathedral.org/
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4.5 based on 8 reviews

Church of The Most Precious Blood

Reviewed By andreavU7601NH - New York, United States

This wonderful little church brings peace and solace. The priests offer enlightening homilies that I look forward to beforehand and reflect on afterwards. Be sure to spend some time in the shrine to San Gennaro. Its relics are beautiful.

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