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St. Patrick's Cathedral

460 Madison Avenue, New York City, NY 10022
212-753-2261
Ranked #25 of 707 attractions in New York City
4.5 of 5 stars 359 Reviews
Type: Religious Sites, Architectural Buildings
Owner description: Enormous 13th-century-style Gothic church on Madison Avenue, with a seating capacity of 2,200, rose window reaching 26 feet across, pipe organ with... more » Owner description: Enormous 13th-century-style Gothic church on Madison Avenue, with a seating capacity of 2,200, rose window reaching 26 feet across, pipe organ with more than 7,380 pipes and the graceful twin spires that reach 330 feet into the sky. « less
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Sao Jose Dos Campos, SP
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7 reviews 7 reviews
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2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 May 2012 NEW

There are 30-minute Masses and the architecture is beautiful.

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See 5 more reviews by Angeline S for New York City
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 May 2012 NEW via mobile

Another that we spent too much time at. Our trip was a 3 night trip. This is one of MANY churches in Manhattan.. It's gorgeous and huge. We spent over 2 hours here. This is one that you get in, bless yourself look at the majestic columns and art work and move on. You should be be to admire in... More

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IRELAND
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22 reviews 22 reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 May 2012

Got Sunday morning mass in St Patricks. Great experience, very interesting sermon which appealed to the packed cathedral, locals and visitors catholic an dnon catholic alike. worth a visit.

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Saint Joseph, Missouri
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27 reviews 27 reviews
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3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 May 2012

a large and beautiful cathedral that was a delight to visit and observe all the history and religious traiditional activity. we even participated in a strangers wedding that occured while there. this is one of the most beautiful cathedrals in America.

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Houston, Texas
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3 reviews 3 reviews
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 May 2012

Absolutely worth the trip to see. It is evident why so many choose to marry in the Cathedral and why so many thousands attend to see each year. Signed the register, made my $2 contribution, lit a candle and thanked God for health and family.

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Torreon, Mexico
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17 reviews 17 reviews
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1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 May 2012

It's a nice church you can enter admire and pray a little. No flash inside. It's also really easy to access since it's in the middle of a main street.

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Riverside, California, United States
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13 reviews 13 reviews
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 May 2012

One of the most beautiful Cathedral's I have ever visited. Amazing history to the site.

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Laguna Niguel, California
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7 reviews 7 reviews
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1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 May 2012

Ever beautiful. Still standing proud and strong. The faithful praying and tourists admiring the architecture.

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Bratislava, Slovakia
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12 reviews 12 reviews
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1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 May 2012

I am not a church go-er, I am a young guy who likes colours and patterns - this building was stunning. Right opposite the Rockafella Centre - why not pop in and take a look...

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San Antonio, Texas
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26 reviews 26 reviews
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19 helpful votes 19 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 May 2012 via mobile

This is the most beautiful cathedral I have ever seen. If you get a chance to walk around the outside after dark it is eerily beautiful. The inside just goes on and on. The details left me awestruck. A must see.

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