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New York City: Catacombs by Candlelight

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Discover the secrets hidden beneath the Basilica of St. Patrick's Old Cathedral Little Italy. Enter areas of the church grounds that are otherwise barred from the public.

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Highlights

Gain access to off-limits areas with your guide
Walk through two cemeteries that are closed to the general public
See the resting places of many high-profile Americans

Description

For over 200 years, the catacombs of the Basilica of St. Patrick’s Old Cathedral have served as the final resting place for the faithful departed. This historic place has witnessed the many struggles and accomplishments of prominent New York Catholics. Gain exclusive access to off-limits areas, including two walled cemeteries. Experience the only active Catholic Catacombs in New York City. See where bishops rest alongside prominent New York Catholics, such as the Delmonico Family and the first resident Bishop of New York, Bishop John Connolly. This labyrinth of vaults belongs largely to bankers, lawyers, captains of industry, merchants, political candidates, and even to a Civil War-era general Thomas Eckert.

Includes

Complimentary tea lights Walking tour Professional guide

Important Information

The tour is currently not fully wheelchair accessible. There is one flight of stairs down to the catacombs level.
This is an active parish. All customers must be reverently respectful at all times.
All tours are subject to availability and the local partner reserves the right to adjust the experience, tour date, and time for technical, operational, health and safety, or other reasons
Tea light candles are included
Gratuities are not included