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17 Most Famous Cathedrals in New York City and State

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Churches and cathedrals are classic landmarks to visit, as they provide detailed insight into a community, its history, and even unique cultures within a city, state or country.

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Here are the most famous cathedrals in NYC and New York State.

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It’s the former central cathedral of the Archdiocese of New York, so it has a significant history for the Catholic congregation of Lower Manhattan.

Basilica of St. Patrick’s Old Cathedral 

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The cathedral was officially completed in 1903, although the history of this congregation and church itself originated from several years before.

Cathedral Basilica of St. James

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Located in central Albany, this cathedral serves as the seat of the Episcopal Bishop of Albany. It is also the central church for the Episcopal Diocese of Albany.

Cathedral of All Saint

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The remarkable cathedral church is the world’s sixth-largest in terms of area. This makes it an ideal venue for many religious and community-based events.

Cathedral of St. John the Divine

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This, one of the largest orthodox churches in the US, is also the central cathedral for the Greek Orthodox Archdiocese.

Cathedral of the Holy Trinity

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