General Sightseeing

Explore some of the most beloved Cathedral features at your own pace! Self-guided tour brochures are included with admission, and self-guided digital tours are available through the Bloomberg Connects app.

sightseeing days and times

Our sightseeing hours vary day-to-day to accommodate the wide range of activities and ministries offered at the Cathedral. You may arrive at any time during your ticket day’s open hours.
→ Groups of 20+ must request an advance reservation

arrival and entry

→ Please either print or keep your ticket handy on your phone when you arrive at the Cathedral.
→ The visitor entrance is located at the front left side of the Cathedral, across from the garage elevators.
→ Last entry is 15 minutes before closing.

highlights tour

This 30-45 min docent-led tour of favorite and iconic Cathedral features is tailored for first-time visitors. Highlights Tours are free with General Sightseeing Admission, but opportunities are entirely dependent on that day’s docent availability.

PLEASE NOTE

As a living and active community of faith, the Cathedral’s schedule and ability to welcome visitors is subject to unexpected changes. If a conflict arises and we cannot be open for touring at the date/time you have purchased, we will contact you by email and your credit card will be refunded.

By purchasing admission in advance, you acknowledge that our schedule is subject to change.

If you purchase tickets in any of the available discount categories, you will be asked to provide appropriate identification for discount eligibility upon arrival.