× Join Washington National Cathedral Choir and Baroque Orchestra for Handel's beloved Messiah. The Cathedral's soaring architecture and Gothic splendor offer a venue unlike any other in DC to experience this masterpiece.

Featuring Laura Choi Stuart, soprano | Zoie Reams, mezzo-soprano | Rufus Muller, tenor | Kevin Deas, bass-baritone
Running Time: 3 hours, including one 20-minute intermission.

× Family Edition! Run Time: 90 minutes.

Experience the best of Messiah with the whole family: an abbreviated performance of Messiah highlights, perfect for busy families with young children.

× Join Washington National Cathedral Choir and Baroque Orchestra for Handel's beloved Messiah. The Cathedral's soaring architecture and Gothic splendor offer a venue unlike any other in DC to experience this masterpiece.

Featuring Laura Choi Stuart, soprano | Zoie Reams, mezzo-soprano | Rufus Muller, tenor | Kevin Deas, bass-baritone
Running Time: 3 hours, including one 20-minute intermission.

× Join Washington National Cathedral Choir and Baroque Orchestra for Handel's beloved Messiah. The Cathedral's soaring architecture and Gothic splendor offer a venue unlike any other in DC to experience this masterpiece.

Featuring Laura Choi Stuart, soprano | Zoie Reams, mezzo-soprano | Rufus Muller, tenor | Kevin Deas, bass-baritone
Running Time: 3 hours, including one 20-minute intermission.

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After registering, access the livestream by logging into your account at tix.cathedral.org, clicking "Tickets for Upcoming Performances", and clicking "Watch." The link to the livestream will also be sent out via email. The performance will be available to view at the same link for 30 days following the performance.

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Discover the Cathedral’s hidden stories on the behind-the-scenes tour as you marvel at the building’s artistry and engineering. Journey through stone stairwells and passageways to see stained glass windows up close and magnificent views from the heights. Be prepared for stair climbing, close quarters, and heights.

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In this introduction to the stained glass windows, learn about the tales they tell, from God’s creation of the universe to stories from American history to the Last Judgment. While walking through the Cathedral, you will witness the stylistic evolution of Cathedral windows from 1911 to the 2000s and learn about the creation process, which combines artistry and technical skill.

× The Cathedral is open from 10 am to 5 pm (Cathedral closes promptly at 5 pm).

Tickets: $18; Youth (age 5-12) $13; Kids under 5 free

Explore the Cathedral at your own pace with a complimentary self-guided brochure. You may arrive any time during our open hours.

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Discover the Cathedral’s hidden stories on the behind-the-scenes tour as you marvel at the building’s artistry and engineering. Journey through stone stairwells and passageways to see stained glass windows up close and magnificent views from the heights. Be prepared for stair climbing, close quarters, and heights.

× The Cathedral is open from 1 pm to 5 pm (Cathedral closes promptly at 5 pm).

Tickets: $18; Youth (age 5-12) $13; Kids under 5 free

Explore the Cathedral at your own pace with a complimentary self-guided brochure. You may arrive any time during our open hours.

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Discover the Cathedral’s hidden stories on the behind-the-scenes tour as you marvel at the building’s artistry and engineering. Journey through stone stairwells and passageways to see stained glass windows up close and magnificent views from the heights. Be prepared for stair climbing, close quarters, and heights.

× Climb to the dizzying heights of Washington National Cathedral with various tower climb options!

The ultimate destination of this climb is the ringing chamber, 333 steps high in the Cathedral’s central tower. From here, visitors will find the best possible view of Washington, DC. The climb includes multiple views inside the Cathedral itself, up-close views of stained glass, and access to some of the Cathedral’s oldest stairs.

The Classic Tower Climb lasts 75-90 minutes and costs $50 per person. Please review the following information before purchasing tickets:

Prepare for rigorous activity.
Those with a fear of heights or enclosed spaces should not participate; stairs include both enclosed stone staircases and also open metal, spiral stairs.
Minimum height requirement: 48 inches (4 feet)
Not appropriate for young children; Infants cannot be carried on the tour.
Dress appropriately for the weather, as the weather conditions are more extreme than at ground level.

× The Cathedral is open from 10 am to 5 pm (Cathedral closes promptly at 5 pm).

Tickets: $18; Youth (age 5-12) $13; Kids under 5 free

Explore the Cathedral at your own pace with a complimentary self-guided brochure. You may arrive any time during our open hours.

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Discover the Cathedral’s hidden stories on the behind-the-scenes tour as you marvel at the building’s artistry and engineering. Journey through stone stairwells and passageways to see stained glass windows up close and magnificent views from the heights. Be prepared for stair climbing, close quarters, and heights.

× The Cathedral is open from 10 am to 3 pm (Cathedral closes promptly at 3 pm).

Tickets: $18; Youth (age 5-12) $13; Kids under 5 free

Explore the Cathedral at your own pace with a complimentary self-guided brochure. You may arrive any time during our open hours.

× Discover the symbolism of the Cathedral‘s stone, stained glass and fabric art which, like that crafted by medieval cathedral artisans, illustrates the, “…Divine purpose which animates human endeavor…” Learn to read the art‘s unfolding stories by decoding the symbols‘ meanings on this in-depth tour.

Through the ages, humankind has expressed the Judeo-Christian faith by the use of symbols to take the place of words. In this tour we explore the ways in which this faith is interpreted in Cathedral stone, stained glass, wrought iron and needlepoint. The tour looks at symbols which have come down through the ages basically unchanged, symbol systems called iconography, and the way that Washington National Cathedral uses these symbols to inspire and teach all those who visit.

About Thematic Tours
Thematic Tours tours offer a special, in-depth look at aspects of Cathedral artisanship for visitors aged 10 and older. Reservations are encouraged but not required; space is limited.

Cost: $30.

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Discover the Cathedral’s hidden stories on the behind-the-scenes tour as you marvel at the building’s artistry and engineering. Journey through stone stairwells and passageways to see stained glass windows up close and magnificent views from the heights. Be prepared for stair climbing, close quarters, and heights.

× The Cathedral is open from 10 am to 4 pm (Cathedral closes promptly at 4 pm).

Tickets: $18; Youth (age 5-12) $13; Kids under 5 free

Explore the Cathedral at your own pace with a complimentary self-guided brochure. You may arrive any time during our open hours.

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Celebrate the magic of the Christmas season with one of Britain's most beloved vocal ensembles, The King's Singers, in their only DC-area appearance. From Christmas favorites to lesser-known gems to some brand-new surprises, there's no better way to embrace the warmth of the season. ~~

× Please register by December 15 at 5:00pm to view the live performance. After registering, access the livestream by logging into your account at tix.cathedral.org, clicking "Tickets for Upcoming Performances", and clicking "Watch." The YouTube link to the livestream will also be sent out via email.

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Discover the Cathedral’s hidden stories on the behind-the-scenes tour as you marvel at the building’s artistry and engineering. Journey through stone stairwells and passageways to see stained glass windows up close and magnificent views from the heights. Be prepared for stair climbing, close quarters, and heights.

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Discover the Cathedral’s hidden stories on the behind-the-scenes tour as you marvel at the building’s artistry and engineering. Journey through stone stairwells and passageways to see stained glass windows up close and magnificent views from the heights. Be prepared for stair climbing, close quarters, and heights.

× The Cathedral is open from 10 am to 5 pm (Cathedral closes promptly at 5 pm).

Tickets: $18; Youth (age 5-12) $13; Kids under 5 free

Explore the Cathedral at your own pace with a complimentary self-guided brochure. You may arrive any time during our open hours.

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Discover the Cathedral’s hidden stories on the behind-the-scenes tour as you marvel at the building’s artistry and engineering. Journey through stone stairwells and passageways to see stained glass windows up close and magnificent views from the heights. Be prepared for stair climbing, close quarters, and heights.

× The Cathedral is open from 10 am to 5 pm (Cathedral closes promptly at 5 pm).

Tickets: $18; Youth (age 5-12) $13; Kids under 5 free

Explore the Cathedral at your own pace with a complimentary self-guided brochure. You may arrive any time during our open hours.

× The Cathedral is open from 10 am to 5 pm (Cathedral closes promptly at 5 pm).

Tickets: $18; Youth (age 5-12) $13; Kids under 5 free

Explore the Cathedral at your own pace with a complimentary self-guided brochure. You may arrive any time during our open hours.

× The Cathedral is open from 10 am to 2 pm (Cathedral closes promptly at 2 pm).

Tickets: $18; Youth (age 5-12) $13; Kids under 5 free

Explore the Cathedral at your own pace with a complimentary self-guided brochure. You may arrive any time during our open hours.

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Passes are emailed and must be printed or shown on your phone for entry. Every person in your party must have their individual pass scanned - so you must either enter all together or distribute passes to your party before arrival.

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Passes are emailed and must be printed or shown on your phone for entry. Every person in your party must have their individual pass scanned - so you must either enter all together or distribute passes to your party before arrival.

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Passes must be printed or shown on your phone for entry. Every person in your party must have their individual pass scanned - so you must either enter all together or distribute passes to your party before arrival.

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Passes must be printed or shown on your phone for entry. Every person in your party must have their individual pass scanned - so you must either enter all together or distribute passes to your party before arrival.

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Passes must be printed or shown on your phone for entry. Every person in your party must have their individual pass scanned - so you must either enter all together or distribute passes to your party before arrival.

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Discover the Cathedral’s hidden stories on the behind-the-scenes tour as you marvel at the building’s artistry and engineering. Journey through stone stairwells and passageways to see stained glass windows up close and magnificent views from the heights. Be prepared for stair climbing, close quarters, and heights.

× The Cathedral is open from 11 am to 5 pm (Cathedral closes promptly at 5 pm).

Tickets: $18; Youth (age 5-12) $13; Kids under 5 free

Explore the Cathedral at your own pace with a complimentary self-guided brochure. You may arrive any time during our open hours.

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Discover the Cathedral’s hidden stories on the behind-the-scenes tour as you marvel at the building’s artistry and engineering. Journey through stone stairwells and passageways to see stained glass windows up close and magnificent views from the heights. Be prepared for stair climbing, close quarters, and heights.

× What are the basic elements shared by any Gothic building? Why is Gothic so well suited to religious structures? Through the Cathedral’s soaring walls and exquisite carvings, visitors explore the Gothic style and its unique characteristics, purposes, and building methods.

× Climb to the dizzying heights of Washington National Cathedral with various tower climb options!

The ultimate destination of this climb is the ringing chamber, 333 steps high in the Cathedral’s central tower. From here, visitors will find the best possible view of Washington, DC. The climb includes multiple views inside the Cathedral itself, up-close views of stained glass, and access to some of the Cathedral’s oldest stairs.

The Classic Tower Climb lasts 75-90 minutes and costs $50 per person. Please review the following information before purchasing tickets:

Prepare for rigorous activity.
Those with a fear of heights or enclosed spaces should not participate; stairs include both enclosed stone staircases and also open metal, spiral stairs.
Minimum height requirement: 48 inches (4 feet)
Not appropriate for young children; Infants cannot be carried on the tour.
Dress appropriately for the weather, as the weather conditions are more extreme than at ground level.

× The Cathedral is open from 10 am to 5 pm (Cathedral closes promptly at 5 pm).

Tickets: $18; Youth (age 5-12) $13; Kids under 5 free

Explore the Cathedral at your own pace with a complimentary self-guided brochure. You may arrive any time during our open hours.

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In this introduction to the stained glass windows, learn about the tales they tell, from God’s creation of the universe to stories from American history to the Last Judgment. While walking through the Cathedral, you will witness the stylistic evolution of Cathedral windows from 1911 to the 2000s and learn about the creation process, which combines artistry and technical skill.

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Explore the magic of wrought iron in the Cathedral—from fantastic creatures to stunning flowers, all unique and made by skilled hands.

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Discover the Cathedral’s hidden stories on the behind-the-scenes tour as you marvel at the building’s artistry and engineering. Journey through stone stairwells and passageways to see stained glass windows up close and magnificent views from the heights. Be prepared for stair climbing, close quarters, and heights.

× The Cathedral is open from 10 am to 5 pm (Cathedral closes promptly at 5 pm).

Tickets: $18; Youth (age 5-12) $13; Kids under 5 free

Explore the Cathedral at your own pace with a complimentary self-guided brochure. You may arrive any time during our open hours.

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Discover the Cathedral’s hidden stories on the behind-the-scenes tour as you marvel at the building’s artistry and engineering. Journey through stone stairwells and passageways to see stained glass windows up close and magnificent views from the heights. Be prepared for stair climbing, close quarters, and heights.

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Discover the Cathedral’s hidden stories on the behind-the-scenes tour as you marvel at the building’s artistry and engineering. Journey through stone stairwells and passageways to see stained glass windows up close and magnificent views from the heights. Be prepared for stair climbing, close quarters, and heights.

× The Cathedral is open from 10 am to 5 pm (Cathedral closes promptly at 5 pm).

Tickets: $18; Youth (age 5-12) $13; Kids under 5 free

Explore the Cathedral at your own pace with a complimentary self-guided brochure. You may arrive any time during our open hours.

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Join us on the Cathedral grounds in the newly renovated Virginia Mae Center for this morning retreat. Take time to let go of and celebrate memorable moments in 2023 and reflect on the year to come. Guided meditations, individual reflections and shared ritual invite us to move mindfully into the new year.

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Discover the Cathedral’s hidden stories on the behind-the-scenes tour as you marvel at the building’s artistry and engineering. Journey through stone stairwells and passageways to see stained glass windows up close and magnificent views from the heights. Be prepared for stair climbing, close quarters, and heights.

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In this introduction to the stained glass windows, learn about the tales they tell, from God’s creation of the universe to stories from American history to the Last Judgment. While walking through the Cathedral, you will witness the stylistic evolution of Cathedral windows from 1911 to the 2000s and learn about the creation process, which combines artistry and technical skill.

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Discover the Cathedral’s hidden stories on the behind-the-scenes tour as you marvel at the building’s artistry and engineering. Journey through stone stairwells and passageways to see stained glass windows up close and magnificent views from the heights. Be prepared for stair climbing, close quarters, and heights.

× The Cathedral is open from 10 am to 5 pm (Cathedral closes promptly at 5 pm).

Tickets: $18; Youth (age 5-12) $13; Kids under 5 free

Explore the Cathedral at your own pace with a complimentary self-guided brochure. You may arrive any time during our open hours.