Location, Parking & FAQ

There is very limited parking on the Cathedral grounds and in the surrounding neighborhood. We recommend planning to park in the underground parking garage on the Cathedral grounds, operated by Atlantic. Garage parking is free during Sunday worship services. Garage info:

• Entrance: Enter via Wisconsin Avenue, at the traffic signal just south of Woodley Road.
• Garage Hours: 6 am to 11 pm.
• Maximum height: 7’ 6” including rooftop accessories. No trailers or RVs are permitted in the garage or on the grounds.
• Accessible parking spaces: located on each level of the garage near the elevators.
• Security office: located on level B1 of the garage next to the Wisconsin Avenue entrance.
• Rates: Current Rates (PDF) Rates subject to change. For latest information, please visit asgpark.com
• Pay station machines: located by the elevator lobbies on the B1 and B2 levels and also at the Wisconsin Avenue exit. Pay machines accept cash or credit cards. Credit cards or small denomination bills preferred. Change is issued in coins.
• During select events, special rates and cash only may apply.

Unless otherwise directed, visitors use the entrance located on the northwest corner of the Cathedral (closest to Wisconsin Ave), directly across from the glass elevators. The accessible entrance ramp door is located just to the left of the main entrance. All Cathedral guests will enter through magnetometers. These devices will be used for all Cathedral events, including worship services and the daily visitor program.

• Handbags, purses, and backpacks not exceeding 11” x 17” x 6” in size are permitted.
• Diaper bags, medical supply bags, camera equipment (with approval), and items carried by clergy, staff and vendors as part of their duties are permitted (subject to inspection).
• Oversized bags and luggage (including rolling, duffle or carry-on bags) are not permitted. There is no luggage storage or coat check available at the Cathedral.

• Enjoy free Wi-Fi by accessing “PECF Guest” on your device.
• Our free digital guide on Bloomberg Connects is available for download from both Google Play and the Apple Store. It is available in 40+ languages via Google Translate™. We recommend downloading before you visit the Cathedral. If you download the guide while on the main level/nave, it will be accessible in areas without wi-fi, including most of the lower level/crypt. The guide offers audio tours and self-guided explorations of both the Cathedral’s interior and exterior.
• Our downloadable tour guide contains a map to help find your way through the Cathedral:
  • Download (PDF)
  • En Español (PDF)

Please see our full Accessibility page.

Bringing kids to the Cathedral can be a fun and engaging educational experience! Be sure to reference our Visiting With Kids page for full details on how to best experience the Cathedral as a family.  Water bottle-filling stations, changing tables, and a lactation alcove are available. Strollers are permitted and can be used throughout most of the Cathedral.

Open City at the National Cathedral Café
Linger over a latte or enjoy a quiet bite at Open City, located next to the Cathedral on South Road. Visit Open City’s website for hours, menus, and other info.

Cathedral Gift Shop
Find quality souvenirs and publications inspired by the Cathedral’s treasures at the gift shop, located on the main level and open during normal sightseeing hours. Call 202-537-6262 for more info, or shop online.

Regular Sunday and Weekday services are open to all.

All are welcome at our regular services. Due to capacity concerns, passes are required for some of our popular holiday or special services. All worship services at the Cathedral are free. 

The Cathedral welcomes visiting groups to worship. Please see the group reservation page for more information.

Come as you are! There is no dress code for services.

Touring is not available during Sunday services and other services in the Cathedral nave. Check the calendar for services and events that may impact visiting hours and tours.

The Cathedral is an Episcopal church and is the cathedral of the Episcopal Diocese of Washington.

We invite you to visit the Worship section of the website for information about weekly services, livestreams, prayer requests, additional Worship FAQ, and more.