We’re honored to welcome visitors from across the nation and hope this information makes planning visits even easier. The Cathedral is dedicated to serve as a house of prayer for all people and a spiritual home for the nation. It does not receive any direct operating support from the federal government, nor is it subsidized through the budget of the Episcopal Church.

The admission fee for sightseeing at the Cathedral is $15 per adult (18+), $10 per youth (5–17) and teachers with ID, and $10 for seniors (65+), students (with ID), and active military (with ID) or veterans. Children under 5 are free. Worshiping, prayer, and other spiritual visits are free; Sundays are free.

The Cathedral is open for sightseeing most Mondays–Saturdays at 10 am–5:30 pm. Please check our calendar for specific sightseeing dates and times.

Helpful Links:

Calendar of Tours and Events

Just click on the date to see the tours and other events taking place that day. Remember, the Cathedral is a working church; special services and events sometimes interrupt touring. Plan your visit

Tours

Individuals and families can find information here on the myriad tours available at the Cathedral, from guided highlights to in-depth experiences to self-guided touring (as well as Online Virtual Tours). Find the perfect tour

Groups

Groups of 20+ people need an advance reservation. More information, including the reservation request form, can be found here.

Directions

Find directions for driving or taking public transportation to the Cathedral. Directions

Worship

The Cathedral is a working church and welcomes all visitors. Descriptions and times for worship services

State Directory

The Cathedral offers this resource to help you find connections to your state in the Cathedral’s art and architecture. Our trained docents are glad to help you locate these points of interest. Download the directory