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Catacombs by Candlelight Tour

Go underground and experience the Catacombs by Candlelight Tour.

Catacombs by Candlelight Tour New York Tour

What visitors are saying

4.0
62 reviews

This tour is great for anyone whio enjoys all different kind of history with a tour guide who couldnt make it anymore fun and entertaining then our tour guide Jimmy Boyle.

Jan 11, 2026

Guide was amazing lots of info, it was a small cemetery underneath one of the first Catholic Churches in manhattan.

Dec 7, 2025

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Overview

Experience an atmospheric journey through history, and see what lies beneath the Basilica of St. Patrick’s Old Cathedral. This 90-minute guided tour will take you through the underground tunnels and passageways of historic catacombs, with plenty of spine-tingling stories as you go.

You’ll visit the final resting place of noteworthy New Yorkers who’ve played important roles in Catholic, New York and American history. Among those buried are Bishops, the Delmonico family, General Thomas Eckert who was a confidant of Abraham Lincoln, Honest John Kelly of Tammany Hall, and John Connolly, the first resident Bishop of New York.

Set foot on a mesmerizing journey through the mysterious, dimly lit passages of the New York Catacombs by Candlelight tour, and uncover the city's hidden secrets. This adventure takes you deep beneath the bustling streets of New York to explore the network of subterranean chambers, where history comes alive in every corner. As you traverse the narrow passageways, the flickering light of candles illuminates the dark recesses, revealing the captivating stories of those who once called these catacombs their final resting place.

Feel the spine-tingling sensation of walking through the hallowed halls of the New York Catacombs, as the soft glow of candles casts shadows on the ancient walls. Your expert guide will impress you with fascinating tales of the individuals within these sacred vaults, offering a rare glimpse into the lives and legacies of those who shaped the city's history. With each step, you'll be immersed in a world of eerie silence and poignant memories, where time seems to stand still.

As you conclude your tour, you'll be left with a profound appreciation for the rich tapestry of stories woven into the very fabric of New York's catacombs. Don't miss this extraordinary opportunity to experience the enigmatic allure of New York's hidden underbelly.


What's included

  • Enjoy a 90-minute guided tour

  • Take a journey underneath the famous St. Patrick's Old Cathedral


Reservations

Booking required

Reserve your tour in advance online. You will be asked for a credit card number to confirm the reservation. Your card will only be charged if you fail to arrive for your tour. Changes and cancellations can be made up to 2 hours before your tour without being charged.




Where you'll be

266 Mulberry Street (between Houston and Prince Street), New York, US

How to get there

N, R, or W trains to Prince Street stop. Head east on Prince Street; 6 train to Bleeker Street stop. Walk south on Mulberry Street for two blocks to Prince Street; B, D, F, or M trains to Broadway / Lafayette Street stop. Walk south on Mulberry Street one block to Prince Street; or Big Bus Stop #8 on the Red Downtown Loop; turn left and walk to kiosk.

Standard opening hours

Monday10:00 AM - 04:00 PM
TuesdayClosed
WednesdayClosed
Thursday10:00 AM - 04:00 PM
Friday10:00 AM - 04:00 PM
Saturday10:00 AM - 04:00 PM
Sunday10:00 AM - 04:00 PM

Upcoming schedule changes

26 NovClosed
25 DecClosed

Find out more

For more information visit the Catacombs by Candlelight Tours website.

(212) 300-7683

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Deceiving

David

The description is deceiving. This is a church tour. You go into their graveyard and into their basement, which is the “catacombs”. You are not below the streets of New York. You are in the three hallways below the church with a plastic battery powered candle. Not worth your time unless you are really Catholic

very interesting

And a pleasure guide. The nzibourough is also very pretty for a walk

Yes, I recommend this attraction

Erwartungen erfüllt

timegiver

Die Führung ging insgesamt 90 Minuten. 45 Minuten waren in der Kathetrale und Friedhof, 45 Minuten in den Katakomben. Die Katakomben bestanden aus 3 kleinen Gängen. Es erscheint einem recht klein, wenn einen Vergleich z.B. zum Stefansdom hat, aber man lernt wahnsinnig viel über die Ksthetrake, die Katakomben und das Viertel im allgemeinen. Die Führung lässt sich auch sehr gut mit einem Besuch in littke italy und ein leckeres Essen beim Italiener verbinden. Kann diesen Ausflug nur empfehlen.

Yes, I recommend this attraction

Great visit

Jayne

Great tour guide - really Interesting to hear the history, particularly between the Iris ahnd the Italians.

September visit

Alan

This was an interesting, informative and fun activity. John Boyle was great and had lots stories about the history and area. Thanks for a great experience.

Yes, I recommend this attraction

NOT St Patrick's Cathedral. This is the other one

Carissa

We did not make it. I did not know there were 2 St Patrick's in NYC. The Cathedral said that happens numerous times every day. Maybe that should be a bit more clear in the description. It was what I was looking forward to most.

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