--- title: St Patrick's Cathedral Official Behind the Scenes VIP Tour lang: en type: tour city: New York country: United States price: 117 currency: EUR price_unit: per_person availability: bookable rating: 4.73 reviews: 33 duration_minutes: 120 languages: [en] free_cancellation: "true" rank_in_category: 17 of 24 (Architecture & Grand Central Tours) schedule_checked: 2026-10-21 data_updated: 2026-10-21 canonical: https://guidekin.com/usa/new-york/tours/st-patrick-s-cathedral-official-behind-the-scenes-vip-tour/ --- # St Patrick's Cathedral Official Behind the Scenes VIP Tour In our comparison: #17 of 24 in Architecture & Grand Central Tours, by rating weighted by review volume (table below). ## Overview Step beyond the velvet ropes for an intimate, small-group VIP experience at St. Patrick’s Cathedral. Led by an expert docent, explore rarely seen spaces above and below the sanctuary that reveal hidden stories and treasures few visitors encounter. Begin at a private entrance, passing through the sacristy and descending beneath the altar into the hallowed crypt, final resting place of past archbishops. Hear fascinating insights into the cathedral’s history, artistry, and spiritual legacy. Ascend the grand marble staircase to stand at the main altar, enjoying privileged access and unique vantage points for memorable photographs and quiet moments of reflection, offered only to this select group of guests. Admire the soaring stained-glass windows, the colossal Pieta, and the immense bronze doors operable by one hand. Learn of the 21 altars, 19 bells, and notable figures—from Babe Ruth to Andy Warhol—whose memorials form part of this landmark’s enduring story. ## Before you book - Meeting point: Meet your tour guide at the Parish House… - Entry ticket included: skip the ticket desk - Starts 10:00, 14:00: 2 departures a day - Wheelchair accessible: operator-marked - Strollers OK: infants accepted **Pickup:** No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point ## Key facts - Price: from €117 per person - Duration: 2h - Rating: 4.73/5 from 33 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor) - Free cancellation (see policy below) - Operator: Attractions4us LLC - Group: Shared tour - Guide languages: English - Tickets: Admission included - Start times: 10:00, 14:00 - Booking: Instant confirmation, mobile ticket - Price checked on Viator: 2026-10-21 ## Reviews 4.73 from 33 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor. 94% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 31 of 33. - 5 stars: 28 (85%) - 4 stars: 3 (9%) - 3 stars: 1 (3%) - 2 stars: 0 (0%) - 1 star: 1 (3%) ## What's included - Entry to sacristy - Live Tour Guide (Cathedral Historian) - 60-Minute VIP Guided Behind the Scenes Tour - Entry to crypt (subject to availability) - VIP Front Row Reserved Seats for Mass ## Itinerary 1. **St. Patrick's Cathedral** (admission included) - Ever dream of visiting the behind the scenes quarters of St Patrick's Cathedral? See the archbishop quarters, where the Pope changed his outfit on his visit and more on this VIP guided tour with a Cathedral Historian. Hear personal stories about what makes St. Patrick’s one... ## Schedule - Runs: Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat - Departures: 10:00, 14:00 - Schedule last checked: 2026-10-21 - These are published departures, not a live seat count; availability is confirmed at checkout. ## Cancellation For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time. ## Meeting point Meet your tour guide at the Parish House entrance at 14 E 51st St Ends: back at the meeting point ## Good to know - Public transportation options are available nearby - Wheelchair accessible - Suitable for all physical fitness levels - All visitors to St Patrick's Cathedral must pass through airport-style security - Participants are asked to dress and act appropriately since you'll be inside a church - Strollers are OK – but there are steps - Not suitable for pets or wheelchairs. - No luggage or large bags or outside food and drinks allowed ## Compared with other Architecture & Grand Central Tours | Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group | |---|---|---|---|---| | **This tour · #17 of 24** | €117 | 2h | 4.73 (33) | shared | | [Art Deco and Architecture Midtown Landmarks Tour](/usa/new-york/tours/art-deco-and-architecture-midtown-landmarks-tour/?format=md) | €36 | 2h 30m | 4.98 (164) | shared | | [Private Tour New York City in the Gilded Age: A History of High Society](/usa/new-york/tours/private-tour-new-york-city-in-the-gilded-age-a-history-of-high-society/?format=md) | €158 | 2h | 4.98 (132) | private | | [Secrets of Grand Central Private Tour](/usa/new-york/tours/secrets-of-grand-central-private-tour/?format=md) | €190 | 1h 30m | 5.0 (90) | private | Ranked #17 of 24 in Architecture & Grand Central Tours by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). 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