Self-Guided Sightseeing Tuesday June 24 2025
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Today’s sightseeing hours are from 11 am to 5 pm. The Cathedral closes promptly at 5 pm.
Tickets: $15; Youth (age 5-12) $10; Students/Seniors 20% discount Monday-Wednesday
Explore the most beloved Cathedral features at your own pace during our posted sightseeing hours. Your admission includes the self-guided Bloomberg Connects app and brochure, plus access to: exhibits, main and lower levels, and Tower Observation Gallery when available.
Your ticket is valid for the hours posted that day. Please present a printed ticket or your confirmation email. The visitor entrance is on the Cathedral's front left side when facing it from Wisconsin Ave, across from the glass elevators.
Tickets: $15; Youth (age 5-12) $10; Students/Seniors 20% discount Monday-Wednesday
Explore the most beloved Cathedral features at your own pace during our posted sightseeing hours. Your admission includes the self-guided Bloomberg Connects app and brochure, plus access to: exhibits, main and lower levels, and Tower Observation Gallery when available.
Your ticket is valid for the hours posted that day. Please present a printed ticket or your confirmation email. The visitor entrance is on the Cathedral's front left side when facing it from Wisconsin Ave, across from the glass elevators.
Guided Spotlights Tour Tuesday June 24 2025 at 11:15 AM
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Today’s sightseeing hours are from 11 am to 5 pm. The Cathedral closes promptly at 5 pm.
Tickets: $20; Youth (age 5-12) $15
Upgrade your sightseeing experience with a Guided Spotlights Tour! Your admission includes an hour-long tour with an expert guide and features the stories behind must-see Cathedral favorites on the main and lower levels such as the Space Window and the Canterbury Pulpit. Learn about the artists behind the new Now and Forever Windows and the famous West Rose Window. Explore some of the oldest parts of the Cathedral in the crypt. Hear the stories of the craftspeople who built this gothic masterpiece, and more!
Upon arrival, please present a printed ticket or your confirmation email. After your tour, you are welcome to continue exploring seasonal exhibits, the Tower Observation Gallery, and more during that day’s posted sightseeing hours via the Bloomberg Connects app
The visitor entrance is on the Cathedral's front left side when facing it from Wisconsin Ave, across from the glass elevators.
Tickets: $20; Youth (age 5-12) $15
Upgrade your sightseeing experience with a Guided Spotlights Tour! Your admission includes an hour-long tour with an expert guide and features the stories behind must-see Cathedral favorites on the main and lower levels such as the Space Window and the Canterbury Pulpit. Learn about the artists behind the new Now and Forever Windows and the famous West Rose Window. Explore some of the oldest parts of the Cathedral in the crypt. Hear the stories of the craftspeople who built this gothic masterpiece, and more!
Upon arrival, please present a printed ticket or your confirmation email. After your tour, you are welcome to continue exploring seasonal exhibits, the Tower Observation Gallery, and more during that day’s posted sightseeing hours via the Bloomberg Connects app
The visitor entrance is on the Cathedral's front left side when facing it from Wisconsin Ave, across from the glass elevators.
Guided Spotlights Tour Tuesday June 24 2025 at 12:30 PM
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Today’s sightseeing hours are from 11 am to 5 pm. The Cathedral closes promptly at 5 pm.
Tickets: $20; Youth (age 5-12) $15
Upgrade your sightseeing experience with a Guided Spotlights Tour! Your admission includes an hour-long tour with an expert guide and features the stories behind must-see Cathedral favorites on the main and lower levels such as the Space Window and the Canterbury Pulpit. Learn about the artists behind the new Now and Forever Windows and the famous West Rose Window. Explore some of the oldest parts of the Cathedral in the crypt. Hear the stories of the craftspeople who built this gothic masterpiece, and more!
Upon arrival, please present a printed ticket or your confirmation email. After your tour, you are welcome to continue exploring seasonal exhibits, the Tower Observation Gallery, and more during that day’s posted sightseeing hours via the Bloomberg Connects app
The visitor entrance is on the Cathedral's front left side when facing it from Wisconsin Ave, across from the glass elevators.
Tickets: $20; Youth (age 5-12) $15
Upgrade your sightseeing experience with a Guided Spotlights Tour! Your admission includes an hour-long tour with an expert guide and features the stories behind must-see Cathedral favorites on the main and lower levels such as the Space Window and the Canterbury Pulpit. Learn about the artists behind the new Now and Forever Windows and the famous West Rose Window. Explore some of the oldest parts of the Cathedral in the crypt. Hear the stories of the craftspeople who built this gothic masterpiece, and more!
Upon arrival, please present a printed ticket or your confirmation email. After your tour, you are welcome to continue exploring seasonal exhibits, the Tower Observation Gallery, and more during that day’s posted sightseeing hours via the Bloomberg Connects app
The visitor entrance is on the Cathedral's front left side when facing it from Wisconsin Ave, across from the glass elevators.
Guided Spotlights Tour Tuesday June 24 2025 at 1:30 PM
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Today’s sightseeing hours are from 11 am to 5 pm. The Cathedral closes promptly at 5 pm.
Tickets: $20; Youth (age 5-12) $15
Upgrade your sightseeing experience with a Guided Spotlights Tour! Your admission includes an hour-long tour with an expert guide and features the stories behind must-see Cathedral favorites on the main and lower levels such as the Space Window and the Canterbury Pulpit. Learn about the artists behind the new Now and Forever Windows and the famous West Rose Window. Explore some of the oldest parts of the Cathedral in the crypt. Hear the stories of the craftspeople who built this gothic masterpiece, and more!
Upon arrival, please present a printed ticket or your confirmation email. After your tour, you are welcome to continue exploring seasonal exhibits, the Tower Observation Gallery, and more during that day’s posted sightseeing hours via the Bloomberg Connects app
The visitor entrance is on the Cathedral's front left side when facing it from Wisconsin Ave, across from the glass elevators.
Tickets: $20; Youth (age 5-12) $15
Upgrade your sightseeing experience with a Guided Spotlights Tour! Your admission includes an hour-long tour with an expert guide and features the stories behind must-see Cathedral favorites on the main and lower levels such as the Space Window and the Canterbury Pulpit. Learn about the artists behind the new Now and Forever Windows and the famous West Rose Window. Explore some of the oldest parts of the Cathedral in the crypt. Hear the stories of the craftspeople who built this gothic masterpiece, and more!
Upon arrival, please present a printed ticket or your confirmation email. After your tour, you are welcome to continue exploring seasonal exhibits, the Tower Observation Gallery, and more during that day’s posted sightseeing hours via the Bloomberg Connects app
The visitor entrance is on the Cathedral's front left side when facing it from Wisconsin Ave, across from the glass elevators.
Guided Spotlights Tour Tuesday June 24 2025 at 3:30 PM
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Today’s sightseeing hours are from 11 am to 5 pm. The Cathedral closes promptly at 5 pm.
Tickets: $20; Youth (age 5-12) $15
Upgrade your sightseeing experience with a Guided Spotlights Tour! Your admission includes an hour-long tour with an expert guide and features the stories behind must-see Cathedral favorites on the main and lower levels such as the Space Window and the Canterbury Pulpit. Learn about the artists behind the new Now and Forever Windows and the famous West Rose Window. Explore some of the oldest parts of the Cathedral in the crypt. Hear the stories of the craftspeople who built this gothic masterpiece, and more!
Upon arrival, please present a printed ticket or your confirmation email. After your tour, you are welcome to continue exploring seasonal exhibits, the Tower Observation Gallery, and more during that day’s posted sightseeing hours via the Bloomberg Connects app
The visitor entrance is on the Cathedral's front left side when facing it from Wisconsin Ave, across from the glass elevators.
Tickets: $20; Youth (age 5-12) $15
Upgrade your sightseeing experience with a Guided Spotlights Tour! Your admission includes an hour-long tour with an expert guide and features the stories behind must-see Cathedral favorites on the main and lower levels such as the Space Window and the Canterbury Pulpit. Learn about the artists behind the new Now and Forever Windows and the famous West Rose Window. Explore some of the oldest parts of the Cathedral in the crypt. Hear the stories of the craftspeople who built this gothic masterpiece, and more!
Upon arrival, please present a printed ticket or your confirmation email. After your tour, you are welcome to continue exploring seasonal exhibits, the Tower Observation Gallery, and more during that day’s posted sightseeing hours via the Bloomberg Connects app
The visitor entrance is on the Cathedral's front left side when facing it from Wisconsin Ave, across from the glass elevators.
Self-Guided Sightseeing Wednesday June 25 2025
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Today’s sightseeing hours are from 12:00 pm to 5 pm. The Cathedral closes promptly at 5 pm.
Tickets: $15; Youth (age 5-12) $10; Students/Seniors 20% discount Monday-Wednesday
Explore the most beloved Cathedral features at your own pace during our posted sightseeing hours. Your admission includes the self-guided Bloomberg Connects app and brochure, plus access to: exhibits, main and lower levels, and Tower Observation Gallery when available.
Your ticket is valid for the hours posted that day. Please present a printed ticket or your confirmation email. The visitor entrance is on the Cathedral's front left side when facing it from Wisconsin Ave, across from the glass elevators.
Tickets: $15; Youth (age 5-12) $10; Students/Seniors 20% discount Monday-Wednesday
Explore the most beloved Cathedral features at your own pace during our posted sightseeing hours. Your admission includes the self-guided Bloomberg Connects app and brochure, plus access to: exhibits, main and lower levels, and Tower Observation Gallery when available.
Your ticket is valid for the hours posted that day. Please present a printed ticket or your confirmation email. The visitor entrance is on the Cathedral's front left side when facing it from Wisconsin Ave, across from the glass elevators.
Guided Spotlights Tour Wednesday June 25 2025 at 12:30 PM
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Today’s sightseeing hours are from 12 pm to 5 pm. The Cathedral closes promptly at 5 pm.
Tickets: $20; Youth (age 5-12) $15
Upgrade your sightseeing experience with a Guided Spotlights Tour! Your admission includes an hour-long tour with an expert guide and features the stories behind must-see Cathedral favorites on the main and lower levels such as the Space Window and the Canterbury Pulpit. Learn about the artists behind the new Now and Forever Windows and the famous West Rose Window. Explore some of the oldest parts of the Cathedral in the crypt. Hear the stories of the craftspeople who built this gothic masterpiece, and more!
Upon arrival, please present a printed ticket or your confirmation email. After your tour, you are welcome to continue exploring seasonal exhibits, the Tower Observation Gallery, and more during that day’s posted sightseeing hours via the Bloomberg Connects app
The visitor entrance is on the Cathedral's front left side when facing it from Wisconsin Ave, across from the glass elevators.
Tickets: $20; Youth (age 5-12) $15
Upgrade your sightseeing experience with a Guided Spotlights Tour! Your admission includes an hour-long tour with an expert guide and features the stories behind must-see Cathedral favorites on the main and lower levels such as the Space Window and the Canterbury Pulpit. Learn about the artists behind the new Now and Forever Windows and the famous West Rose Window. Explore some of the oldest parts of the Cathedral in the crypt. Hear the stories of the craftspeople who built this gothic masterpiece, and more!
Upon arrival, please present a printed ticket or your confirmation email. After your tour, you are welcome to continue exploring seasonal exhibits, the Tower Observation Gallery, and more during that day’s posted sightseeing hours via the Bloomberg Connects app
The visitor entrance is on the Cathedral's front left side when facing it from Wisconsin Ave, across from the glass elevators.
Behind the Scenes (AT CAPACITY) Wednesday June 25 2025 at 1:00 PM
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Tickets: $35
Discover the Cathedral’s hidden stories on this exclusive 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.
Upon arrival, please present a printed ticket or your confirmation email. After your tour, if Sightseeing Hours are available, you are welcome to continue exploring seasonal exhibits, the Tower Observation Gallery, and more via the Bloomberg Connects app.
The visitor entrance is on the Cathedral's front left side when facing it from Wisconsin Ave, across from the glass elevators.
Discover the Cathedral’s hidden stories on this exclusive 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.
Upon arrival, please present a printed ticket or your confirmation email. After your tour, if Sightseeing Hours are available, you are welcome to continue exploring seasonal exhibits, the Tower Observation Gallery, and more via the Bloomberg Connects app.
The visitor entrance is on the Cathedral's front left side when facing it from Wisconsin Ave, across from the glass elevators.
Guided Spotlights Tour Wednesday June 25 2025 at 1:30 PM
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Today’s sightseeing hours are from 12 pm to 5 pm. The Cathedral closes promptly at 5 pm.
Tickets: $20; Youth (age 5-12) $15
Upgrade your sightseeing experience with a Guided Spotlights Tour! Your admission includes an hour-long tour with an expert guide and features the stories behind must-see Cathedral favorites on the main and lower levels such as the Space Window and the Canterbury Pulpit. Learn about the artists behind the new Now and Forever Windows and the famous West Rose Window. Explore some of the oldest parts of the Cathedral in the crypt. Hear the stories of the craftspeople who built this gothic masterpiece, and more!
Upon arrival, please present a printed ticket or your confirmation email. After your tour, you are welcome to continue exploring seasonal exhibits, the Tower Observation Gallery, and more during that day’s posted sightseeing hours via the Bloomberg Connects app
The visitor entrance is on the Cathedral's front left side when facing it from Wisconsin Ave, across from the glass elevators.
Tickets: $20; Youth (age 5-12) $15
Upgrade your sightseeing experience with a Guided Spotlights Tour! Your admission includes an hour-long tour with an expert guide and features the stories behind must-see Cathedral favorites on the main and lower levels such as the Space Window and the Canterbury Pulpit. Learn about the artists behind the new Now and Forever Windows and the famous West Rose Window. Explore some of the oldest parts of the Cathedral in the crypt. Hear the stories of the craftspeople who built this gothic masterpiece, and more!
Upon arrival, please present a printed ticket or your confirmation email. After your tour, you are welcome to continue exploring seasonal exhibits, the Tower Observation Gallery, and more during that day’s posted sightseeing hours via the Bloomberg Connects app
The visitor entrance is on the Cathedral's front left side when facing it from Wisconsin Ave, across from the glass elevators.
Guided Spotlights Tour Wednesday June 25 2025 at 3:30 PM
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Today’s sightseeing hours are from 12 pm to 5 pm. The Cathedral closes promptly at 5 pm.
Tickets: $20; Youth (age 5-12) $15
Upgrade your sightseeing experience with a Guided Spotlights Tour! Your admission includes an hour-long tour with an expert guide and features the stories behind must-see Cathedral favorites on the main and lower levels such as the Space Window and the Canterbury Pulpit. Learn about the artists behind the new Now and Forever Windows and the famous West Rose Window. Explore some of the oldest parts of the Cathedral in the crypt. Hear the stories of the craftspeople who built this gothic masterpiece, and more!
Upon arrival, please present a printed ticket or your confirmation email. After your tour, you are welcome to continue exploring seasonal exhibits, the Tower Observation Gallery, and more during that day’s posted sightseeing hours via the Bloomberg Connects app
The visitor entrance is on the Cathedral's front left side when facing it from Wisconsin Ave, across from the glass elevators.
Tickets: $20; Youth (age 5-12) $15
Upgrade your sightseeing experience with a Guided Spotlights Tour! Your admission includes an hour-long tour with an expert guide and features the stories behind must-see Cathedral favorites on the main and lower levels such as the Space Window and the Canterbury Pulpit. Learn about the artists behind the new Now and Forever Windows and the famous West Rose Window. Explore some of the oldest parts of the Cathedral in the crypt. Hear the stories of the craftspeople who built this gothic masterpiece, and more!
Upon arrival, please present a printed ticket or your confirmation email. After your tour, you are welcome to continue exploring seasonal exhibits, the Tower Observation Gallery, and more during that day’s posted sightseeing hours via the Bloomberg Connects app
The visitor entrance is on the Cathedral's front left side when facing it from Wisconsin Ave, across from the glass elevators.
Self-Guided Sightseeing Thursday June 26 2025
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Today’s sightseeing hours are from 12 pm to 5 pm. The Cathedral closes promptly at 5 pm.
Tickets: $15; Youth (age 5-12) $10
Explore the most beloved Cathedral features at your own pace during our posted sightseeing hours. Your admission includes the self-guided Bloomberg Connects app and brochure, plus access to: exhibits, main and lower levels, and Tower Observation Gallery when available.
Your ticket is valid for the hours posted that day. Please present a printed ticket or your confirmation email. The visitor entrance is on the Cathedral's front left side when facing it from Wisconsin Ave, across from the glass elevators.
Tickets: $15; Youth (age 5-12) $10
Explore the most beloved Cathedral features at your own pace during our posted sightseeing hours. Your admission includes the self-guided Bloomberg Connects app and brochure, plus access to: exhibits, main and lower levels, and Tower Observation Gallery when available.
Your ticket is valid for the hours posted that day. Please present a printed ticket or your confirmation email. The visitor entrance is on the Cathedral's front left side when facing it from Wisconsin Ave, across from the glass elevators.
Guided Spotlights Tour Thursday June 26 2025 at 12:30 PM
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Today’s sightseeing hours are from 12 pm to 5 pm. The Cathedral closes promptly at 5 pm.
Tickets: $20; Youth (age 5-12) $15
Upgrade your sightseeing experience with a Guided Spotlights Tour! Your admission includes an hour-long tour with an expert guide and features the stories behind must-see Cathedral favorites on the main and lower levels such as the Space Window and the Canterbury Pulpit. Learn about the artists behind the new Now and Forever Windows and the famous West Rose Window. Explore some of the oldest parts of the Cathedral in the crypt. Hear the stories of the craftspeople who built this gothic masterpiece, and more!
Upon arrival, please present a printed ticket or your confirmation email. After your tour, you are welcome to continue exploring seasonal exhibits, the Tower Observation Gallery, and more during that day’s posted sightseeing hours via the Bloomberg Connects app
The visitor entrance is on the Cathedral's front left side when facing it from Wisconsin Ave, across from the glass elevators.
Tickets: $20; Youth (age 5-12) $15
Upgrade your sightseeing experience with a Guided Spotlights Tour! Your admission includes an hour-long tour with an expert guide and features the stories behind must-see Cathedral favorites on the main and lower levels such as the Space Window and the Canterbury Pulpit. Learn about the artists behind the new Now and Forever Windows and the famous West Rose Window. Explore some of the oldest parts of the Cathedral in the crypt. Hear the stories of the craftspeople who built this gothic masterpiece, and more!
Upon arrival, please present a printed ticket or your confirmation email. After your tour, you are welcome to continue exploring seasonal exhibits, the Tower Observation Gallery, and more during that day’s posted sightseeing hours via the Bloomberg Connects app
The visitor entrance is on the Cathedral's front left side when facing it from Wisconsin Ave, across from the glass elevators.
Behind the Scenes (AT CAPACITY) Thursday June 26 2025 at 1:00 PM
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Tickets: $35
Discover the Cathedral’s hidden stories on this exclusive 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.
Upon arrival, please present a printed ticket or your confirmation email. After your tour, if Sightseeing Hours are available, you are welcome to continue exploring seasonal exhibits, the Tower Observation Gallery, and more via the Bloomberg Connects app.
The visitor entrance is on the Cathedral's front left side when facing it from Wisconsin Ave, across from the glass elevators.
Discover the Cathedral’s hidden stories on this exclusive 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.
Upon arrival, please present a printed ticket or your confirmation email. After your tour, if Sightseeing Hours are available, you are welcome to continue exploring seasonal exhibits, the Tower Observation Gallery, and more via the Bloomberg Connects app.
The visitor entrance is on the Cathedral's front left side when facing it from Wisconsin Ave, across from the glass elevators.
Guided Spotlights Tour Thursday June 26 2025 at 1:30 PM
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Today’s sightseeing hours are from 12 pm to 5 pm. The Cathedral closes promptly at 5 pm.
Tickets: $20; Youth (age 5-12) $15
Upgrade your sightseeing experience with a Guided Spotlights Tour! Your admission includes an hour-long tour with an expert guide and features the stories behind must-see Cathedral favorites on the main and lower levels such as the Space Window and the Canterbury Pulpit. Learn about the artists behind the new Now and Forever Windows and the famous West Rose Window. Explore some of the oldest parts of the Cathedral in the crypt. Hear the stories of the craftspeople who built this gothic masterpiece, and more!
Upon arrival, please present a printed ticket or your confirmation email. After your tour, you are welcome to continue exploring seasonal exhibits, the Tower Observation Gallery, and more during that day’s posted sightseeing hours via the Bloomberg Connects app
The visitor entrance is on the Cathedral's front left side when facing it from Wisconsin Ave, across from the glass elevators.
Tickets: $20; Youth (age 5-12) $15
Upgrade your sightseeing experience with a Guided Spotlights Tour! Your admission includes an hour-long tour with an expert guide and features the stories behind must-see Cathedral favorites on the main and lower levels such as the Space Window and the Canterbury Pulpit. Learn about the artists behind the new Now and Forever Windows and the famous West Rose Window. Explore some of the oldest parts of the Cathedral in the crypt. Hear the stories of the craftspeople who built this gothic masterpiece, and more!
Upon arrival, please present a printed ticket or your confirmation email. After your tour, you are welcome to continue exploring seasonal exhibits, the Tower Observation Gallery, and more during that day’s posted sightseeing hours via the Bloomberg Connects app
The visitor entrance is on the Cathedral's front left side when facing it from Wisconsin Ave, across from the glass elevators.
Guided Spotlights Tour Thursday June 26 2025 at 3:30 PM
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Today’s sightseeing hours are from 12 pm to 5 pm. The Cathedral closes promptly at 5 pm.
Tickets: $20; Youth (age 5-12) $15
Upgrade your sightseeing experience with a Guided Spotlights Tour! Your admission includes an hour-long tour with an expert guide and features the stories behind must-see Cathedral favorites on the main and lower levels such as the Space Window and the Canterbury Pulpit. Learn about the artists behind the new Now and Forever Windows and the famous West Rose Window. Explore some of the oldest parts of the Cathedral in the crypt. Hear the stories of the craftspeople who built this gothic masterpiece, and more!
Upon arrival, please present a printed ticket or your confirmation email. After your tour, you are welcome to continue exploring seasonal exhibits, the Tower Observation Gallery, and more during that day’s posted sightseeing hours via the Bloomberg Connects app
The visitor entrance is on the Cathedral's front left side when facing it from Wisconsin Ave, across from the glass elevators.
Tickets: $20; Youth (age 5-12) $15
Upgrade your sightseeing experience with a Guided Spotlights Tour! Your admission includes an hour-long tour with an expert guide and features the stories behind must-see Cathedral favorites on the main and lower levels such as the Space Window and the Canterbury Pulpit. Learn about the artists behind the new Now and Forever Windows and the famous West Rose Window. Explore some of the oldest parts of the Cathedral in the crypt. Hear the stories of the craftspeople who built this gothic masterpiece, and more!
Upon arrival, please present a printed ticket or your confirmation email. After your tour, you are welcome to continue exploring seasonal exhibits, the Tower Observation Gallery, and more during that day’s posted sightseeing hours via the Bloomberg Connects app
The visitor entrance is on the Cathedral's front left side when facing it from Wisconsin Ave, across from the glass elevators.
After Hours In The Towers Thursday June 26 2025 at 5:00 PM
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Experience the Cathedral like never before with an all-new after-hours event! Begin with a special edition Tower Climb and ascend through winding staircases and hidden passageways to see up-close Cathedral details and panoramic vistas. After the climb, relax with light refreshments in the Cathedral's Tower Observation Gallery and take in breathtaking views of "golden hour" over the Washington, DC metro area.
After Hours In The Towers Thursday June 26 2025 at 5:15 PM
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Experience the Cathedral like never before with an all-new after-hours event! Begin with a special edition Tower Climb and ascend through winding staircases and hidden passageways to see up-close Cathedral details and panoramic vistas. After the climb, relax with light refreshments in the Cathedral's Tower Observation Gallery and take in breathtaking views of "golden hour" over the Washington, DC metro area.
After Hours In The Towers Thursday June 26 2025 at 5:30 PM
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Experience the Cathedral like never before with an all-new after-hours event! Begin with a special edition Tower Climb and ascend through winding staircases and hidden passageways to see up-close Cathedral details and panoramic vistas. After the climb, relax with light refreshments in the Cathedral's Tower Observation Gallery and take in breathtaking views of "golden hour" over the Washington, DC metro area.
After Hours In The Towers Thursday June 26 2025 at 5:45 PM
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Experience the Cathedral like never before with an all-new after-hours event! Begin with a special edition Tower Climb and ascend through winding staircases and hidden passageways to see up-close Cathedral details and panoramic vistas. After the climb, relax with light refreshments in the Cathedral's Tower Observation Gallery and take in breathtaking views of "golden hour" over the Washington, DC metro area.
After Hours In The Towers Thursday June 26 2025 at 6:00 PM
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Experience the Cathedral like never before with an all-new after-hours event! Begin with a special edition Tower Climb and ascend through winding staircases and hidden passageways to see up-close Cathedral details and panoramic vistas. After the climb, relax with light refreshments in the Cathedral's Tower Observation Gallery and take in breathtaking views of "golden hour" over the Washington, DC metro area.
After Hours In The Towers Thursday June 26 2025 at 6:15 PM
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Experience the Cathedral like never before with an all-new after-hours event! Begin with a special edition Tower Climb and ascend through winding staircases and hidden passageways to see up-close Cathedral details and panoramic vistas. After the climb, relax with light refreshments in the Cathedral's Tower Observation Gallery and take in breathtaking views of "golden hour" over the Washington, DC metro area.
After Hours In The Towers Thursday June 26 2025 at 6:30 PM
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Experience the Cathedral like never before with an all-new after-hours event! Begin with a special edition Tower Climb and ascend through winding staircases and hidden passageways to see up-close Cathedral details and panoramic vistas. After the climb, relax with light refreshments in the Cathedral's Tower Observation Gallery and take in breathtaking views of "golden hour" over the Washington, DC metro area.
After Hours In The Towers (Limited Tickets Available) Thursday June 26 2025 at 6:45 PM
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Experience the Cathedral like never before with an all-new after-hours event! Begin with a special edition Tower Climb and ascend through winding staircases and hidden passageways to see up-close Cathedral details and panoramic vistas. After the climb, relax with light refreshments in the Cathedral's Tower Observation Gallery and take in breathtaking views of "golden hour" over the Washington, DC metro area.
After Hours In The Towers (AT CAPACITY) Thursday June 26 2025 at 7:00 PM
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Experience the Cathedral like never before with an all-new after-hours event! Begin with a special edition Tower Climb and ascend through winding staircases and hidden passageways to see up-close Cathedral details and panoramic vistas. After the climb, relax with light refreshments in the Cathedral's Tower Observation Gallery and take in breathtaking views of "golden hour" over the Washington, DC metro area.
Guided Spotlights Tour Friday June 27 2025 at 10:30 AM
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Today’s sightseeing hours are from 10 am to 5 pm. The Cathedral closes promptly at 5 pm.
Tickets: $20; Youth (age 5-12) $15
Upgrade your sightseeing experience with a Guided Spotlights Tour! Your admission includes an hour-long tour with an expert guide and features the stories behind must-see Cathedral favorites on the main and lower levels such as the Space Window and the Canterbury Pulpit. Learn about the artists behind the new Now and Forever Windows and the famous West Rose Window. Explore some of the oldest parts of the Cathedral in the crypt. Hear the stories of the craftspeople who built this gothic masterpiece, and more!
Upon arrival, please present a printed ticket or your confirmation email. After your tour, you are welcome to continue exploring seasonal exhibits, the Tower Observation Gallery, and more during that day’s posted sightseeing hours via the Bloomberg Connects app
The visitor entrance is on the Cathedral's front left side when facing it from Wisconsin Ave, across from the glass elevators.
Tickets: $20; Youth (age 5-12) $15
Upgrade your sightseeing experience with a Guided Spotlights Tour! Your admission includes an hour-long tour with an expert guide and features the stories behind must-see Cathedral favorites on the main and lower levels such as the Space Window and the Canterbury Pulpit. Learn about the artists behind the new Now and Forever Windows and the famous West Rose Window. Explore some of the oldest parts of the Cathedral in the crypt. Hear the stories of the craftspeople who built this gothic masterpiece, and more!
Upon arrival, please present a printed ticket or your confirmation email. After your tour, you are welcome to continue exploring seasonal exhibits, the Tower Observation Gallery, and more during that day’s posted sightseeing hours via the Bloomberg Connects app
The visitor entrance is on the Cathedral's front left side when facing it from Wisconsin Ave, across from the glass elevators.
Self-Guided Sightseeing Friday June 27 2025
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Today’s sightseeing hours are from 12 pm to 5 pm. The Cathedral closes promptly at 5 pm.
Tickets: $15; Youth (age 5-12) $10
Explore the most beloved Cathedral features at your own pace during our posted sightseeing hours. Your admission includes the self-guided Bloomberg Connects app and brochure, plus access to: exhibits, main and lower levels, and Tower Observation Gallery when available.
Your ticket is valid for the hours posted that day. Please present a printed ticket or your confirmation email. The visitor entrance is on the Cathedral's front left side when facing it from Wisconsin Ave, across from the glass elevators.
Tickets: $15; Youth (age 5-12) $10
Explore the most beloved Cathedral features at your own pace during our posted sightseeing hours. Your admission includes the self-guided Bloomberg Connects app and brochure, plus access to: exhibits, main and lower levels, and Tower Observation Gallery when available.
Your ticket is valid for the hours posted that day. Please present a printed ticket or your confirmation email. The visitor entrance is on the Cathedral's front left side when facing it from Wisconsin Ave, across from the glass elevators.
Guided Spotlights Tour Friday June 27 2025 at 12:30 PM
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Today’s sightseeing hours are from 10 am to 5 pm. The Cathedral closes promptly at 5 pm.
Tickets: $20; Youth (age 5-12) $15
Upgrade your sightseeing experience with a Guided Spotlights Tour! Your admission includes an hour-long tour with an expert guide and features the stories behind must-see Cathedral favorites on the main and lower levels such as the Space Window and the Canterbury Pulpit. Learn about the artists behind the new Now and Forever Windows and the famous West Rose Window. Explore some of the oldest parts of the Cathedral in the crypt. Hear the stories of the craftspeople who built this gothic masterpiece, and more!
Upon arrival, please present a printed ticket or your confirmation email. After your tour, you are welcome to continue exploring seasonal exhibits, the Tower Observation Gallery, and more during that day’s posted sightseeing hours via the Bloomberg Connects app
The visitor entrance is on the Cathedral's front left side when facing it from Wisconsin Ave, across from the glass elevators.
Tickets: $20; Youth (age 5-12) $15
Upgrade your sightseeing experience with a Guided Spotlights Tour! Your admission includes an hour-long tour with an expert guide and features the stories behind must-see Cathedral favorites on the main and lower levels such as the Space Window and the Canterbury Pulpit. Learn about the artists behind the new Now and Forever Windows and the famous West Rose Window. Explore some of the oldest parts of the Cathedral in the crypt. Hear the stories of the craftspeople who built this gothic masterpiece, and more!
Upon arrival, please present a printed ticket or your confirmation email. After your tour, you are welcome to continue exploring seasonal exhibits, the Tower Observation Gallery, and more during that day’s posted sightseeing hours via the Bloomberg Connects app
The visitor entrance is on the Cathedral's front left side when facing it from Wisconsin Ave, across from the glass elevators.
Behind the Scenes (AT CAPACITY) Friday June 27 2025 at 1:00 PM
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Tickets: $35
Discover the Cathedral’s hidden stories on this exclusive 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.
Upon arrival, please present a printed ticket or your confirmation email. After your tour, if Sightseeing Hours are available, you are welcome to continue exploring seasonal exhibits, the Tower Observation Gallery, and more via the Bloomberg Connects app.
The visitor entrance is on the Cathedral's front left side when facing it from Wisconsin Ave, across from the glass elevators.
Discover the Cathedral’s hidden stories on this exclusive 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.
Upon arrival, please present a printed ticket or your confirmation email. After your tour, if Sightseeing Hours are available, you are welcome to continue exploring seasonal exhibits, the Tower Observation Gallery, and more via the Bloomberg Connects app.
The visitor entrance is on the Cathedral's front left side when facing it from Wisconsin Ave, across from the glass elevators.
Guided Spotlights Tour Friday June 27 2025 at 1:30 PM
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Today’s sightseeing hours are from 10 am to 5 pm. The Cathedral closes promptly at 5 pm.
Tickets: $20; Youth (age 5-12) $15
Upgrade your sightseeing experience with a Guided Spotlights Tour! Your admission includes an hour-long tour with an expert guide and features the stories behind must-see Cathedral favorites on the main and lower levels such as the Space Window and the Canterbury Pulpit. Learn about the artists behind the new Now and Forever Windows and the famous West Rose Window. Explore some of the oldest parts of the Cathedral in the crypt. Hear the stories of the craftspeople who built this gothic masterpiece, and more!
Upon arrival, please present a printed ticket or your confirmation email. After your tour, you are welcome to continue exploring seasonal exhibits, the Tower Observation Gallery, and more during that day’s posted sightseeing hours via the Bloomberg Connects app
The visitor entrance is on the Cathedral's front left side when facing it from Wisconsin Ave, across from the glass elevators.
Tickets: $20; Youth (age 5-12) $15
Upgrade your sightseeing experience with a Guided Spotlights Tour! Your admission includes an hour-long tour with an expert guide and features the stories behind must-see Cathedral favorites on the main and lower levels such as the Space Window and the Canterbury Pulpit. Learn about the artists behind the new Now and Forever Windows and the famous West Rose Window. Explore some of the oldest parts of the Cathedral in the crypt. Hear the stories of the craftspeople who built this gothic masterpiece, and more!
Upon arrival, please present a printed ticket or your confirmation email. After your tour, you are welcome to continue exploring seasonal exhibits, the Tower Observation Gallery, and more during that day’s posted sightseeing hours via the Bloomberg Connects app
The visitor entrance is on the Cathedral's front left side when facing it from Wisconsin Ave, across from the glass elevators.
Tower Climb: Bell Tower (AT CAPACITY) Friday June 27 2025 at 3:00 PM
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Tickets: $50
The ultimate destination of the Bell Tower 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. Duration: 70-90 min. Be prepared for stair climbing, close quarters, and heights.
Upon arrival, please present a printed ticket or your confirmation email.
The visitor entrance is on the Cathedral's front left side when facing it from Wisconsin Ave, across from the glass elevators.
The ultimate destination of the Bell Tower 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. Duration: 70-90 min. Be prepared for stair climbing, close quarters, and heights.
Upon arrival, please present a printed ticket or your confirmation email.
The visitor entrance is on the Cathedral's front left side when facing it from Wisconsin Ave, across from the glass elevators.
Self-Guided Sightseeing Saturday June 28 2025
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Today’s sightseeing hours are from 10 am to 5 pm. The Cathedral closes promptly at 5 pm.
Tickets: $15; Youth (age 5-12) $10
Explore the most beloved Cathedral features at your own pace during our posted sightseeing hours. Your admission includes the self-guided Bloomberg Connects app and brochure, plus access to: exhibits, main and lower levels, and Tower Observation Gallery when available.
Your ticket is valid for the hours posted that day. Please present a printed ticket or your confirmation email. The visitor entrance is on the Cathedral's front left side when facing it from Wisconsin Ave, across from the glass elevators.
Tickets: $15; Youth (age 5-12) $10
Explore the most beloved Cathedral features at your own pace during our posted sightseeing hours. Your admission includes the self-guided Bloomberg Connects app and brochure, plus access to: exhibits, main and lower levels, and Tower Observation Gallery when available.
Your ticket is valid for the hours posted that day. Please present a printed ticket or your confirmation email. The visitor entrance is on the Cathedral's front left side when facing it from Wisconsin Ave, across from the glass elevators.
Guided Spotlights Tour Saturday June 28 2025 at 10:30 AM
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Today’s sightseeing hours are from 10 am to 5 pm. The Cathedral closes promptly at 5 pm.
Tickets: $20; Youth (age 5-12) $15
Upgrade your sightseeing experience with a Guided Spotlights Tour! Your admission includes an hour-long tour with an expert guide and features the stories behind must-see Cathedral favorites on the main and lower levels such as the Space Window and the Canterbury Pulpit. Learn about the artists behind the new Now and Forever Windows and the famous West Rose Window. Explore some of the oldest parts of the Cathedral in the crypt. Hear the stories of the craftspeople who built this gothic masterpiece, and more!
Upon arrival, please present a printed ticket or your confirmation email. After your tour, you are welcome to continue exploring seasonal exhibits, the Tower Observation Gallery, and more during that day’s posted sightseeing hours via the Bloomberg Connects app
The visitor entrance is on the Cathedral's front left side when facing it from Wisconsin Ave, across from the glass elevators.
Tickets: $20; Youth (age 5-12) $15
Upgrade your sightseeing experience with a Guided Spotlights Tour! Your admission includes an hour-long tour with an expert guide and features the stories behind must-see Cathedral favorites on the main and lower levels such as the Space Window and the Canterbury Pulpit. Learn about the artists behind the new Now and Forever Windows and the famous West Rose Window. Explore some of the oldest parts of the Cathedral in the crypt. Hear the stories of the craftspeople who built this gothic masterpiece, and more!
Upon arrival, please present a printed ticket or your confirmation email. After your tour, you are welcome to continue exploring seasonal exhibits, the Tower Observation Gallery, and more during that day’s posted sightseeing hours via the Bloomberg Connects app
The visitor entrance is on the Cathedral's front left side when facing it from Wisconsin Ave, across from the glass elevators.
Tower Climb: Combination (AT CAPACITY) Saturday June 28 2025 at 11:30 AM
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Tickets: $90
For the ultimate climbing event! This extended experience goes back-to-back to combine all the highlights of the Bell Tower and Angels & Monsters climbs. Duration: 2.5 hours. Be prepared for stair climbing, close quarters, and heights.
Upon arrival, please present a printed ticket or your confirmation email.
The visitor entrance is on the Cathedral's front left side when facing it from Wisconsin Ave, across from the glass elevators.
For the ultimate climbing event! This extended experience goes back-to-back to combine all the highlights of the Bell Tower and Angels & Monsters climbs. Duration: 2.5 hours. Be prepared for stair climbing, close quarters, and heights.
Upon arrival, please present a printed ticket or your confirmation email.
The visitor entrance is on the Cathedral's front left side when facing it from Wisconsin Ave, across from the glass elevators.
Guided Spotlights Tour Saturday June 28 2025 at 12:30 PM
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Today’s sightseeing hours are from 10 am to 5 pm. The Cathedral closes promptly at 5 pm.
Tickets: $20; Youth (age 5-12) $15
Upgrade your sightseeing experience with a Guided Spotlights Tour! Your admission includes an hour-long tour with an expert guide and features the stories behind must-see Cathedral favorites on the main and lower levels such as the Space Window and the Canterbury Pulpit. Learn about the artists behind the new Now and Forever Windows and the famous West Rose Window. Explore some of the oldest parts of the Cathedral in the crypt. Hear the stories of the craftspeople who built this gothic masterpiece, and more!
Upon arrival, please present a printed ticket or your confirmation email. After your tour, you are welcome to continue exploring seasonal exhibits, the Tower Observation Gallery, and more during that day’s posted sightseeing hours via the Bloomberg Connects app
The visitor entrance is on the Cathedral's front left side when facing it from Wisconsin Ave, across from the glass elevators.
Tickets: $20; Youth (age 5-12) $15
Upgrade your sightseeing experience with a Guided Spotlights Tour! Your admission includes an hour-long tour with an expert guide and features the stories behind must-see Cathedral favorites on the main and lower levels such as the Space Window and the Canterbury Pulpit. Learn about the artists behind the new Now and Forever Windows and the famous West Rose Window. Explore some of the oldest parts of the Cathedral in the crypt. Hear the stories of the craftspeople who built this gothic masterpiece, and more!
Upon arrival, please present a printed ticket or your confirmation email. After your tour, you are welcome to continue exploring seasonal exhibits, the Tower Observation Gallery, and more during that day’s posted sightseeing hours via the Bloomberg Connects app
The visitor entrance is on the Cathedral's front left side when facing it from Wisconsin Ave, across from the glass elevators.
Behind the Scenes (AT CAPACITY) Saturday June 28 2025 at 1:00 PM
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Tickets: $35
Discover the Cathedral’s hidden stories on this exclusive 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.
Upon arrival, please present a printed ticket or your confirmation email. After your tour, if Sightseeing Hours are available, you are welcome to continue exploring seasonal exhibits, the Tower Observation Gallery, and more via the Bloomberg Connects app.
The visitor entrance is on the Cathedral's front left side when facing it from Wisconsin Ave, across from the glass elevators.
Discover the Cathedral’s hidden stories on this exclusive 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.
Upon arrival, please present a printed ticket or your confirmation email. After your tour, if Sightseeing Hours are available, you are welcome to continue exploring seasonal exhibits, the Tower Observation Gallery, and more via the Bloomberg Connects app.
The visitor entrance is on the Cathedral's front left side when facing it from Wisconsin Ave, across from the glass elevators.
Guided Spotlights Tour Saturday June 28 2025 at 1:30 PM
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Today’s sightseeing hours are from 10 am to 5 pm. The Cathedral closes promptly at 5 pm.
Tickets: $20; Youth (age 5-12) $15
Upgrade your sightseeing experience with a Guided Spotlights Tour! Your admission includes an hour-long tour with an expert guide and features the stories behind must-see Cathedral favorites on the main and lower levels such as the Space Window and the Canterbury Pulpit. Learn about the artists behind the new Now and Forever Windows and the famous West Rose Window. Explore some of the oldest parts of the Cathedral in the crypt. Hear the stories of the craftspeople who built this gothic masterpiece, and more!
Upon arrival, please present a printed ticket or your confirmation email. After your tour, you are welcome to continue exploring seasonal exhibits, the Tower Observation Gallery, and more during that day’s posted sightseeing hours via the Bloomberg Connects app
The visitor entrance is on the Cathedral's front left side when facing it from Wisconsin Ave, across from the glass elevators.
Tickets: $20; Youth (age 5-12) $15
Upgrade your sightseeing experience with a Guided Spotlights Tour! Your admission includes an hour-long tour with an expert guide and features the stories behind must-see Cathedral favorites on the main and lower levels such as the Space Window and the Canterbury Pulpit. Learn about the artists behind the new Now and Forever Windows and the famous West Rose Window. Explore some of the oldest parts of the Cathedral in the crypt. Hear the stories of the craftspeople who built this gothic masterpiece, and more!
Upon arrival, please present a printed ticket or your confirmation email. After your tour, you are welcome to continue exploring seasonal exhibits, the Tower Observation Gallery, and more during that day’s posted sightseeing hours via the Bloomberg Connects app
The visitor entrance is on the Cathedral's front left side when facing it from Wisconsin Ave, across from the glass elevators.
David Danzmayr Conducts Richard Strauss Sunday June 29 2025 at 6:00 PM
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The Cathedral welcomes the National Orchestral Institute + Festival Philharmonic under the baton of David Danzmayr, Music Director of the Oregon Symphony. Highlights of this Richard Strauss-focused program include Also sprach Zarathustra, featured in Stanley Kubrick’s iconic 2001: A Space Odyssey, and the wildly popular Suite from Der Rosenkavalier, alongside John and Jim by Viet Cuong.
LIVESTREAM David Danzmayr Conducts Richard Strauss Sunday June 29 2025 at 6:00 PM
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LIVESTREAM REGISTRATION
The Cathedral welcomes the National Orchestral Institute + Festival Philharmonic under the baton of David Danzmayr, Music Director of the Oregon Symphony. Highlights of this Richard Strauss-focused program include Also sprach Zarathustra, featured in Stanley Kubrick’s iconic 2001: A Space Odyssey, and the wildly popular Suite from Der Rosenkavalier, alongside John and Jim by Viet Cuong.
Register here, and you will receive a viewing link on the day of the concert. Note that this concert must be watched live, and will not be available to watch following the performance.
The Cathedral welcomes the National Orchestral Institute + Festival Philharmonic under the baton of David Danzmayr, Music Director of the Oregon Symphony. Highlights of this Richard Strauss-focused program include Also sprach Zarathustra, featured in Stanley Kubrick’s iconic 2001: A Space Odyssey, and the wildly popular Suite from Der Rosenkavalier, alongside John and Jim by Viet Cuong.
Register here, and you will receive a viewing link on the day of the concert. Note that this concert must be watched live, and will not be available to watch following the performance.
Self-Guided Sightseeing Monday June 30 2025
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Today’s sightseeing hours are from 1:00 pm to 5 pm. The Cathedral closes promptly at 5 pm.
Tickets: $15; Youth (age 5-12) $10; Students/Seniors 20% discount Monday-Wednesday
Explore the most beloved Cathedral features at your own pace during our posted sightseeing hours. Your admission includes the self-guided Bloomberg Connects app and brochure, plus access to: exhibits, main and lower levels, and Tower Observation Gallery when available.
Your ticket is valid for the hours posted that day. Please present a printed ticket or your confirmation email. The visitor entrance is on the Cathedral's front left side when facing it from Wisconsin Ave, across from the glass elevators.
Tickets: $15; Youth (age 5-12) $10; Students/Seniors 20% discount Monday-Wednesday
Explore the most beloved Cathedral features at your own pace during our posted sightseeing hours. Your admission includes the self-guided Bloomberg Connects app and brochure, plus access to: exhibits, main and lower levels, and Tower Observation Gallery when available.
Your ticket is valid for the hours posted that day. Please present a printed ticket or your confirmation email. The visitor entrance is on the Cathedral's front left side when facing it from Wisconsin Ave, across from the glass elevators.
Self-Guided Sightseeing Tuesday July 1 2025
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Today’s sightseeing hours are from 11:00 am to 5 pm. The Cathedral closes promptly at 5 pm.
Tickets: $15; Youth (age 5-12) $10; Students/Seniors 20% discount Monday-Wednesday
Explore the most beloved Cathedral features at your own pace during our posted sightseeing hours. Your admission includes the self-guided Bloomberg Connects app and brochure, plus access to: exhibits, main and lower levels, and Tower Observation Gallery when available.
Your ticket is valid for the hours posted that day. Please present a printed ticket or your confirmation email. The visitor entrance is on the Cathedral's front left side when facing it from Wisconsin Ave, across from the glass elevators.
Tickets: $15; Youth (age 5-12) $10; Students/Seniors 20% discount Monday-Wednesday
Explore the most beloved Cathedral features at your own pace during our posted sightseeing hours. Your admission includes the self-guided Bloomberg Connects app and brochure, plus access to: exhibits, main and lower levels, and Tower Observation Gallery when available.
Your ticket is valid for the hours posted that day. Please present a printed ticket or your confirmation email. The visitor entrance is on the Cathedral's front left side when facing it from Wisconsin Ave, across from the glass elevators.
Guided Spotlights Tour Tuesday July 1 2025 at 11:15 AM
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Today’s sightseeing hours are from 11 am to 5 pm. The Cathedral closes promptly at 5 pm.
Tickets: $20; Youth (age 5-12) $15
Upgrade your sightseeing experience with a Guided Spotlights Tour! Your admission includes an hour-long tour with an expert guide and features the stories behind must-see Cathedral favorites on the main and lower levels such as the Space Window and the Canterbury Pulpit. Learn about the artists behind the new Now and Forever Windows and the famous West Rose Window. Explore some of the oldest parts of the Cathedral in the crypt. Hear the stories of the craftspeople who built this gothic masterpiece, and more!
Upon arrival, please present a printed ticket or your confirmation email. After your tour, you are welcome to continue exploring seasonal exhibits, the Tower Observation Gallery, and more during that day’s posted sightseeing hours via the Bloomberg Connects app
The visitor entrance is on the Cathedral's front left side when facing it from Wisconsin Ave, across from the glass elevators.
Tickets: $20; Youth (age 5-12) $15
Upgrade your sightseeing experience with a Guided Spotlights Tour! Your admission includes an hour-long tour with an expert guide and features the stories behind must-see Cathedral favorites on the main and lower levels such as the Space Window and the Canterbury Pulpit. Learn about the artists behind the new Now and Forever Windows and the famous West Rose Window. Explore some of the oldest parts of the Cathedral in the crypt. Hear the stories of the craftspeople who built this gothic masterpiece, and more!
Upon arrival, please present a printed ticket or your confirmation email. After your tour, you are welcome to continue exploring seasonal exhibits, the Tower Observation Gallery, and more during that day’s posted sightseeing hours via the Bloomberg Connects app
The visitor entrance is on the Cathedral's front left side when facing it from Wisconsin Ave, across from the glass elevators.
Guided Spotlights Tour Tuesday July 1 2025 at 12:30 PM
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Today’s sightseeing hours are from 11 am to 5 pm. The Cathedral closes promptly at 5 pm.
Tickets: $20; Youth (age 5-12) $15
Upgrade your sightseeing experience with a Guided Spotlights Tour! Your admission includes an hour-long tour with an expert guide and features the stories behind must-see Cathedral favorites on the main and lower levels such as the Space Window and the Canterbury Pulpit. Learn about the artists behind the new Now and Forever Windows and the famous West Rose Window. Explore some of the oldest parts of the Cathedral in the crypt. Hear the stories of the craftspeople who built this gothic masterpiece, and more!
Upon arrival, please present a printed ticket or your confirmation email. After your tour, you are welcome to continue exploring seasonal exhibits, the Tower Observation Gallery, and more during that day’s posted sightseeing hours via the Bloomberg Connects app
The visitor entrance is on the Cathedral's front left side when facing it from Wisconsin Ave, across from the glass elevators.
Tickets: $20; Youth (age 5-12) $15
Upgrade your sightseeing experience with a Guided Spotlights Tour! Your admission includes an hour-long tour with an expert guide and features the stories behind must-see Cathedral favorites on the main and lower levels such as the Space Window and the Canterbury Pulpit. Learn about the artists behind the new Now and Forever Windows and the famous West Rose Window. Explore some of the oldest parts of the Cathedral in the crypt. Hear the stories of the craftspeople who built this gothic masterpiece, and more!
Upon arrival, please present a printed ticket or your confirmation email. After your tour, you are welcome to continue exploring seasonal exhibits, the Tower Observation Gallery, and more during that day’s posted sightseeing hours via the Bloomberg Connects app
The visitor entrance is on the Cathedral's front left side when facing it from Wisconsin Ave, across from the glass elevators.
Guided Spotlights Tour Tuesday July 1 2025 at 1:30 PM
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Today’s sightseeing hours are from 11 am to 5 pm. The Cathedral closes promptly at 5 pm.
Tickets: $20; Youth (age 5-12) $15
Upgrade your sightseeing experience with a Guided Spotlights Tour! Your admission includes an hour-long tour with an expert guide and features the stories behind must-see Cathedral favorites on the main and lower levels such as the Space Window and the Canterbury Pulpit. Learn about the artists behind the new Now and Forever Windows and the famous West Rose Window. Explore some of the oldest parts of the Cathedral in the crypt. Hear the stories of the craftspeople who built this gothic masterpiece, and more!
Upon arrival, please present a printed ticket or your confirmation email. After your tour, you are welcome to continue exploring seasonal exhibits, the Tower Observation Gallery, and more during that day’s posted sightseeing hours via the Bloomberg Connects app
The visitor entrance is on the Cathedral's front left side when facing it from Wisconsin Ave, across from the glass elevators.
Tickets: $20; Youth (age 5-12) $15
Upgrade your sightseeing experience with a Guided Spotlights Tour! Your admission includes an hour-long tour with an expert guide and features the stories behind must-see Cathedral favorites on the main and lower levels such as the Space Window and the Canterbury Pulpit. Learn about the artists behind the new Now and Forever Windows and the famous West Rose Window. Explore some of the oldest parts of the Cathedral in the crypt. Hear the stories of the craftspeople who built this gothic masterpiece, and more!
Upon arrival, please present a printed ticket or your confirmation email. After your tour, you are welcome to continue exploring seasonal exhibits, the Tower Observation Gallery, and more during that day’s posted sightseeing hours via the Bloomberg Connects app
The visitor entrance is on the Cathedral's front left side when facing it from Wisconsin Ave, across from the glass elevators.
Tower Climb: Angels & Monsters (Limited Tickets Available) Tuesday July 1 2025 at 1:30 PM
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Tickets: $60
Enjoy an unprecedented close-up look at many gargoyles and grotesques while navigating the open-air walkway wrapping around the Cathedral’s two western towers—about 125 feet above the ground. The climb ends on the top of the northwest tower, which provides the best views of the Cathedral itself, as well as 360-degree views of the surrounding area—over 200 feet above the ground! Duration: 70-90 min. Be prepared for stair climbing, close quarters, and heights.
Upon arrival, please present a printed ticket or your confirmation email.
The visitor entrance is on the Cathedral's front left side when facing it from Wisconsin Ave, across from the glass elevators.
Enjoy an unprecedented close-up look at many gargoyles and grotesques while navigating the open-air walkway wrapping around the Cathedral’s two western towers—about 125 feet above the ground. The climb ends on the top of the northwest tower, which provides the best views of the Cathedral itself, as well as 360-degree views of the surrounding area—over 200 feet above the ground! Duration: 70-90 min. Be prepared for stair climbing, close quarters, and heights.
Upon arrival, please present a printed ticket or your confirmation email.
The visitor entrance is on the Cathedral's front left side when facing it from Wisconsin Ave, across from the glass elevators.
Tower Climb: Bell Tower Tuesday July 1 2025 at 3:00 PM
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Tickets: $50
The ultimate destination of the Bell Tower 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. Duration: 70-90 min. Be prepared for stair climbing, close quarters, and heights.
Upon arrival, please present a printed ticket or your confirmation email.
The visitor entrance is on the Cathedral's front left side when facing it from Wisconsin Ave, across from the glass elevators.
The ultimate destination of the Bell Tower 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. Duration: 70-90 min. Be prepared for stair climbing, close quarters, and heights.
Upon arrival, please present a printed ticket or your confirmation email.
The visitor entrance is on the Cathedral's front left side when facing it from Wisconsin Ave, across from the glass elevators.
Guided Spotlights Tour Tuesday July 1 2025 at 3:30 PM
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Today’s sightseeing hours are from 11 am to 5 pm. The Cathedral closes promptly at 5 pm
Tickets: $20; Youth (age 5-12) $15
Upgrade your sightseeing experience with a Guided Spotlights Tour! Your admission includes an hour-long tour with an expert guide and features the stories behind must-see Cathedral favorites on the main and lower levels such as the Space Window and the Canterbury Pulpit. Learn about the artists behind the new Now and Forever Windows and the famous West Rose Window. Explore some of the oldest parts of the Cathedral in the crypt. Hear the stories of the craftspeople who built this gothic masterpiece, and more!
Upon arrival, please present a printed ticket or your confirmation email. After your tour, you are welcome to continue exploring seasonal exhibits, the Tower Observation Gallery, and more during that day’s posted sightseeing hours via the Bloomberg Connects app
The visitor entrance is on the Cathedral's front left side when facing it from Wisconsin Ave, across from the glass elevators.
Tickets: $20; Youth (age 5-12) $15
Upgrade your sightseeing experience with a Guided Spotlights Tour! Your admission includes an hour-long tour with an expert guide and features the stories behind must-see Cathedral favorites on the main and lower levels such as the Space Window and the Canterbury Pulpit. Learn about the artists behind the new Now and Forever Windows and the famous West Rose Window. Explore some of the oldest parts of the Cathedral in the crypt. Hear the stories of the craftspeople who built this gothic masterpiece, and more!
Upon arrival, please present a printed ticket or your confirmation email. After your tour, you are welcome to continue exploring seasonal exhibits, the Tower Observation Gallery, and more during that day’s posted sightseeing hours via the Bloomberg Connects app
The visitor entrance is on the Cathedral's front left side when facing it from Wisconsin Ave, across from the glass elevators.
Self-Guided Sightseeing Wednesday July 2 2025
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Today’s sightseeing hours are from 10:00 am to 5 pm. The Cathedral closes promptly at 5 pm.
Tickets: $15; Youth (age 5-12) $10; Students/Seniors 20% discount Monday-Wednesday
Explore the most beloved Cathedral features at your own pace during our posted sightseeing hours. Your admission includes the self-guided Bloomberg Connects app and brochure, plus access to: exhibits, main and lower levels, and Tower Observation Gallery when available.
Your ticket is valid for the hours posted that day. Please present a printed ticket or your confirmation email. The visitor entrance is on the Cathedral's front left side when facing it from Wisconsin Ave, across from the glass elevators.
Tickets: $15; Youth (age 5-12) $10; Students/Seniors 20% discount Monday-Wednesday
Explore the most beloved Cathedral features at your own pace during our posted sightseeing hours. Your admission includes the self-guided Bloomberg Connects app and brochure, plus access to: exhibits, main and lower levels, and Tower Observation Gallery when available.
Your ticket is valid for the hours posted that day. Please present a printed ticket or your confirmation email. The visitor entrance is on the Cathedral's front left side when facing it from Wisconsin Ave, across from the glass elevators.
Guided Spotlights Tour Wednesday July 2 2025 at 10:30 AM
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Today’s sightseeing hours are from 10 am to 5 pm. The Cathedral closes promptly at 5 pm.
Tickets: $20; Youth (age 5-12) $15
Upgrade your sightseeing experience with a Guided Spotlights Tour! Your admission includes an hour-long tour with an expert guide and features the stories behind must-see Cathedral favorites on the main and lower levels such as the Space Window and the Canterbury Pulpit. Learn about the artists behind the new Now and Forever Windows and the famous West Rose Window. Explore some of the oldest parts of the Cathedral in the crypt. Hear the stories of the craftspeople who built this gothic masterpiece, and more!
Upon arrival, please present a printed ticket or your confirmation email. After your tour, you are welcome to continue exploring seasonal exhibits, the Tower Observation Gallery, and more during that day’s posted sightseeing hours via the Bloomberg Connects app
The visitor entrance is on the Cathedral's front left side when facing it from Wisconsin Ave, across from the glass elevators.
Tickets: $20; Youth (age 5-12) $15
Upgrade your sightseeing experience with a Guided Spotlights Tour! Your admission includes an hour-long tour with an expert guide and features the stories behind must-see Cathedral favorites on the main and lower levels such as the Space Window and the Canterbury Pulpit. Learn about the artists behind the new Now and Forever Windows and the famous West Rose Window. Explore some of the oldest parts of the Cathedral in the crypt. Hear the stories of the craftspeople who built this gothic masterpiece, and more!
Upon arrival, please present a printed ticket or your confirmation email. After your tour, you are welcome to continue exploring seasonal exhibits, the Tower Observation Gallery, and more during that day’s posted sightseeing hours via the Bloomberg Connects app
The visitor entrance is on the Cathedral's front left side when facing it from Wisconsin Ave, across from the glass elevators.
Guided Spotlights Tour Wednesday July 2 2025 at 12:30 PM
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Today’s sightseeing hours are from 10 am to 5 pm. The Cathedral closes promptly at 5 pm.
Tickets: $20; Youth (age 5-12) $15
Upgrade your sightseeing experience with a Guided Spotlights Tour! Your admission includes an hour-long tour with an expert guide and features the stories behind must-see Cathedral favorites on the main and lower levels such as the Space Window and the Canterbury Pulpit. Learn about the artists behind the new Now and Forever Windows and the famous West Rose Window. Explore some of the oldest parts of the Cathedral in the crypt. Hear the stories of the craftspeople who built this gothic masterpiece, and more!
Upon arrival, please present a printed ticket or your confirmation email. After your tour, you are welcome to continue exploring seasonal exhibits, the Tower Observation Gallery, and more during that day’s posted sightseeing hours via the Bloomberg Connects app
The visitor entrance is on the Cathedral's front left side when facing it from Wisconsin Ave, across from the glass elevators.
Tickets: $20; Youth (age 5-12) $15
Upgrade your sightseeing experience with a Guided Spotlights Tour! Your admission includes an hour-long tour with an expert guide and features the stories behind must-see Cathedral favorites on the main and lower levels such as the Space Window and the Canterbury Pulpit. Learn about the artists behind the new Now and Forever Windows and the famous West Rose Window. Explore some of the oldest parts of the Cathedral in the crypt. Hear the stories of the craftspeople who built this gothic masterpiece, and more!
Upon arrival, please present a printed ticket or your confirmation email. After your tour, you are welcome to continue exploring seasonal exhibits, the Tower Observation Gallery, and more during that day’s posted sightseeing hours via the Bloomberg Connects app
The visitor entrance is on the Cathedral's front left side when facing it from Wisconsin Ave, across from the glass elevators.
Tower Climb: Bell Tower Wednesday July 2 2025 at 1:00 PM
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Tickets: $50
The ultimate destination of the Bell Tower 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. Duration: 70-90 min. Be prepared for stair climbing, close quarters, and heights.
Upon arrival, please present a printed ticket or your confirmation email.
The visitor entrance is on the Cathedral's front left side when facing it from Wisconsin Ave, across from the glass elevators.
The ultimate destination of the Bell Tower 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. Duration: 70-90 min. Be prepared for stair climbing, close quarters, and heights.
Upon arrival, please present a printed ticket or your confirmation email.
The visitor entrance is on the Cathedral's front left side when facing it from Wisconsin Ave, across from the glass elevators.