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St. Paul's Chapel
St. Paul’s Chapel is a historic 18th-century church structure of Georgian design, where President George Washington historically prayed. Completed in 1766, the majestic building is the oldest of its kind in the Manhattan area and has been converted into a 9/11 tribute. Sit at a pew in the serene chapel to consider the lost lives from the World Trade Center tragedy that happened just across the street.
Admire the intricate architecture of the structure, which has a façade with brown frames and arched windows below a large white pediment. Four columns appear to guard the classical portico. Gaze up at the octagonal tower that contains a replica of the Choragic Monument of Lysicrates.
Enter through the large portal and look around the hall. It has a flat ceiling and hanging cut-glass chandeliers. Sit on Washington’s Pew, where the former president sat. It is opposite the Governor’s Pew that held the city’s first governor, George Clinton. Among the many famous visitors to this chapel are William IV of the United Kingdom and former president George H. W. Bush.
See the monument to Brigadier General Richard Montgomery, who died during the Battle of Quebec in 1775. Outside the church is a statue of St. Paul, the church’s patron saint.
Note that the church survived several catastrophes, notably the Great New York City Fire of 1776 and the 9/11 attacks in 2001. Following the latter, the church was used for memorials and homages. Read the moving tributes and explore the exhibits devoted to those who lost their lives when the Twin Towers fell.
St. Paul’s Chapel is at the southwestern corner of the City Hall Park in the southern part of Lower Manhattan. Ride the subway to the stations of the World Trade Center, Fulton Street or Cortland Street and walk a short distance to the chapel. Visit nearby attractions, such as One World Trade Center, Liberty Park and the New York Stock Exchange.
There are loads of ways to experience this place. We've put together a list of things to do at St. Paul's Chapel:
- 9/11 Ground Zero Tour + Optional 9/11 Museum Skip-Line Entry
- 9/11 Memorial Tour with Optional One World Observatory Entry
- 9/11 Memorial Tour with Optional 9/11 Museum Upgrade
- Revolutionary War Spies
- Revolutionary Era Tour/Historic NYC
- Heroes of The World Trade Center Tour
If you're seeking even more activities, have a look at our New York things to do page.
Guide to Exploring around St. Paul's Chapel
Best Lodging Options Near St. Paul's Chapel
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Nov 17 - Nov 18
World Center Hotel
144 Washington St, New York, NYLocated in Manhattan, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Wall Street, One World Trade Center, and National September 11 Memorial. New York Stock Exchange and Federal Reserve Bank of New York are also within 10 minutes. Rector St. Station (Greenwich St.) and Rector St. Station are within a 5-minute walk.
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Nov 17 - Nov 18
Artezen Hotel
24 John Street, New York, NYLocated in Manhattan, this luxury hotel is within a 5-minute walk of Federal Reserve Bank of New York, National September 11 Memorial, and Wall Street. New York Stock Exchange and One World Trade Center are also within 10 minutes. Fulton St. Station (Nassau St.) is only a 2-minute walk and Fulton St. Station (Broadway) is 2 minutes.
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Oct 25 - Oct 26
Millennium Hilton New York Downtown
55 Church Street, New York, NYThis family-friendly New York hotel is located in the historical district, just steps from The Oculus and National September 11 Memorial. Wall Street and One World Trade Center are also within 10 minutes. Cortlandt St. Station and Fulton St. Station (Broadway) are within a 2-minute walk.
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Oct 27 - Oct 28
Courtyard New York Downtown Manhattan/World Trade Center
133 Greenwich Street, New York, NYLocated in Manhattan, this hotel is within a 5-minute walk of Wall Street and National September 11 Memorial. Federal Reserve Bank of New York and New York Stock Exchange are also within 10 minutes. Rector St. Station (Greenwich St.) and Rector St. Station are within a 5-minute walk.
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Oct 27 - Oct 28
The Beekman, A Thompson Hotel
123 Nassau Street, New York, NYLocated in Manhattan, this luxury hotel is within a 10-minute walk of South Street Seaport and One World Trade Center. Brookfield Place and Brooklyn Bridge are also within 15 minutes. Fulton St. Station (Nassau St.) and City Hall Station are within a 5-minute walk.
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Oct 27 - Oct 28
Radisson Hotel New York Wall Street
52 William St, New York, NYLocated in Manhattan, this hotel is steps from Wall Street and Federal Reserve Bank of New York. New York Stock Exchange and National September 11 Memorial are also within 10 minutes. Wall St. Station is only a 2-minute walk and Broad St. Station is 3 minutes.
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Nov 17 - Nov 18
Moxy NYC Downtown
26 Ann Street, New York, NYLocated in Financial District, this hotel is 0.4 mi (0.7 km) from One World Trade Center and within 3 mi (5 km) of 5th Avenue and Statue of Liberty. Madison Square Garden and Empire State Building are also within 6 mi (10 km). Fulton St. Station (Nassau St.) is only a 2-minute walk and Fulton St. Station (Broadway) is 2 minutes.
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Nov 17 - Nov 18
The Assemblage John Street
17 John Street, New York, NYLocated in Financial District, this hotel is within a 5-minute walk of Federal Reserve Bank of New York, National September 11 Memorial, and Wall Street. New York Stock Exchange and One World Trade Center are also within 10 minutes. Fulton St. Station (Nassau St.) is only a 2-minute walk and Fulton St. Station (Broadway) is 2 minutes.