Sightseeing Admission Wednesday August 17 2022
Explore the Cathedral at your own pace with a complimentary self-guided brochure. You may arrive any time during our open hours.
Sightseeing Admission Thursday August 18 2022
Explore the Cathedral at your own pace with a complimentary self-guided brochure. You may arrive any time during our open hours.
Sightseeing Admission Monday August 22 2022
Explore the Cathedral at your own pace with a complimentary self-guided brochure. You may arrive any time during our open hours.
Sightseeing Admission Wednesday August 24 2022
Explore the Cathedral at your own pace with a complimentary self-guided brochure. You may arrive any time during our open hours.
Behind the Scenes Tour Thursday August 25 2022 at 2:00 PM
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.
Sightseeing Admission Thursday August 25 2022
Explore the Cathedral at your own pace with a complimentary self-guided brochure. You may arrive any time during our open hours.
Bell Tower Climb Friday August 26 2022 at 10:30 AM
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.
Behind the Scenes Tour Friday August 26 2022 at 2:00 PM
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.
Sightseeing Admission Friday August 26 2022
Explore the Cathedral at your own pace with a complimentary self-guided brochure. You may arrive any time during our open hours.
Jewels of Light: Stained Glass Windows Saturday August 27 2022 at 10:30 AM
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.
Sightseeing Admission Saturday August 27 2022
Explore the Cathedral at your own pace with a complimentary self-guided brochure. You may arrive any time during our open hours.
Behind the Scenes Tour Monday August 29 2022 at 10:30 AM
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.
Sightseeing Admission Monday August 29 2022
Explore the Cathedral at your own pace with a complimentary self-guided brochure. You may arrive any time during our open hours.
Behind the Scenes Tour Wednesday August 31 2022 at 2:00 PM
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.
Sightseeing Admission Wednesday August 31 2022
Explore the Cathedral at your own pace with a complimentary self-guided brochure. You may arrive any time during our open hours.
Sightseeing Admission Thursday September 1 2022
Explore the Cathedral at your own pace with a complimentary self-guided brochure. You may arrive any time during our open hours.
Sightseeing Admission Friday September 2 2022
Explore the Cathedral at your own pace with a complimentary self-guided brochure. You may arrive any time during our open hours.
Sightseeing Admission Saturday September 3 2022
Explore the Cathedral at your own pace with a complimentary self-guided brochure. You may arrive any time during our open hours.
Sightseeing Admission Monday September 5 2022
Explore the Cathedral at your own pace with a complimentary self-guided brochure. You may arrive any time during our open hours.
Sightseeing Admission Wednesday September 7 2022
Explore the Cathedral at your own pace with a complimentary self-guided brochure. You may arrive any time during our open hours.
Sightseeing Admission Thursday September 8 2022
Explore the Cathedral at your own pace with a complimentary self-guided brochure. You may arrive any time during our open hours.
Sightseeing Admission Friday September 9 2022
Explore the Cathedral at your own pace with a complimentary self-guided brochure. You may arrive any time during our open hours.
Sightseeing Admission Saturday September 10 2022
Explore the Cathedral at your own pace with a complimentary self-guided brochure. You may arrive any time during our open hours.
Sightseeing Admission Monday September 12 2022
Explore the Cathedral at your own pace with a complimentary self-guided brochure. You may arrive any time during our open hours.
Sightseeing Admission Wednesday September 14 2022
Explore the Cathedral at your own pace with a complimentary self-guided brochure. You may arrive any time during our open hours.
Sightseeing Admission Thursday September 15 2022
Explore the Cathedral at your own pace with a complimentary self-guided brochure. You may arrive any time during our open hours.
Sightseeing Admission Friday September 16 2022
Explore the Cathedral at your own pace with a complimentary self-guided brochure. You may arrive any time during our open hours.
Sightseeing Admission Saturday September 17 2022
Explore the Cathedral at your own pace with a complimentary self-guided brochure. You may arrive any time during our open hours.
Sightseeing Admission Monday September 19 2022
Explore the Cathedral at your own pace with a complimentary self-guided brochure. You may arrive any time during our open hours.
Sightseeing Admission Wednesday September 21 2022
Explore the Cathedral at your own pace with a complimentary self-guided brochure. You may arrive any time during our open hours.
Sightseeing Admission Thursday September 22 2022
Explore the Cathedral at your own pace with a complimentary self-guided brochure. You may arrive any time during our open hours.
King of Instruments Package
Revel in the awe-inspiring repertoire of organ music performed during the nation’s civic holidays, featuring Thomas Sheehan and noted guest organists.
➔ Four organ recitals featuring Thomas Sheehan
➔ Three recitals featuring guest celebrity organists
➔ Advance registration is for online viewing only
Register now and receive viewing links in your inbox for each of the seven Cathedral organ recitals in our 2022-23 Season. Once released, these recitals can be watched online any time.
Sightseeing Admission Friday September 30 2022
Explore the Cathedral at your own pace with a complimentary self-guided brochure. You may arrive any time during our open hours.
Sightseeing Admission Saturday October 1 2022
Explore the Cathedral at your own pace with a complimentary self-guided brochure. You may arrive any time during our open hours.
Sightseeing Admission Monday October 3 2022
Explore the Cathedral at your own pace with a complimentary self-guided brochure. You may arrive any time during our open hours.
Sightseeing Admission Wednesday October 5 2022
Explore the Cathedral at your own pace with a complimentary self-guided brochure. You may arrive any time during our open hours.
Sightseeing Admission Saturday October 8 2022
Explore the Cathedral at your own pace with a complimentary self-guided brochure. You may arrive any time during our open hours.
Sightseeing Admission Monday October 10 2022
Explore the Cathedral at your own pace with a complimentary self-guided brochure. You may arrive any time during our open hours.
Sightseeing Admission Wednesday October 12 2022
Explore the Cathedral at your own pace with a complimentary self-guided brochure. You may arrive any time during our open hours.
Sightseeing Admission Friday October 14 2022
Explore the Cathedral at your own pace with a complimentary self-guided brochure. You may arrive any time during our open hours.
Sightseeing Admission Saturday October 15 2022
Explore the Cathedral at your own pace with a complimentary self-guided brochure. You may arrive any time during our open hours.
Sightseeing Admission Monday October 17 2022
Explore the Cathedral at your own pace with a complimentary self-guided brochure. You may arrive any time during our open hours.
Sightseeing Admission Wednesday October 19 2022
Explore the Cathedral at your own pace with a complimentary self-guided brochure. You may arrive any time during our open hours.
Musical Pilgrimage Package
➔ The full array of Washington National Cathedral’s and Cathedral Choral Society’s concert season
➔ Includes the eight organ recitals
Orchestral Majesty Package
➔ Includes all CCS concerts
➔ Includes Cathedral choral-orchestral concerts (Handel’s Messiah, Secret Byrd, In Paradisum, and Monteverdi’s Vespers)
Sightseeing Admission Monday October 24 2022
Explore the Cathedral at your own pace with a complimentary self-guided brochure. You may arrive any time during our open hours.
Sightseeing Admission Wednesday October 26 2022
Explore the Cathedral at your own pace with a complimentary self-guided brochure. You may arrive any time during our open hours.
Sightseeing Admission Thursday October 27 2022
Explore the Cathedral at your own pace with a complimentary self-guided brochure. You may arrive any time during our open hours.
Sightseeing Admission Wednesday November 2 2022
Explore the Cathedral at your own pace with a complimentary self-guided brochure. You may arrive any time during our open hours.
Sightseeing Admission Friday November 4 2022
Explore the Cathedral at your own pace with a complimentary self-guided brochure. You may arrive any time during our open hours.