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Washington National Cathedral



Standing at one of the city's highest points, this soaring Gothic cathedral extends almost the length of two football fields and pierces the city's skyline.

The church's grandeur is evidenced in its stunning features: soaring vaulting, sparkling stained glass windows, and intricate carvings. The Space Window contains a piece of lunar rock presented to the cathedral by the astronauts of Apollo XI. Fanciful gargoyles and dramatic sculpture adorn the exterior.

Although a Christian church, the Cathedral welcomes persons of all faiths and is frequently the site of interfaith and ecumenical services. Services of celebration for the swearing in of a president, thanksgiving for the release of hostages, and mourning for the death of a leader are examples of the Cathedral's national purpose.

The Cathedral offers programs on spirituality, occasional special exhibits, specialty tours, lectures, monthly labyrinth, organ demonstrations, and musical events. Highlights tours are offered daily. Groups must have reservations.

The Bishop's Garden, on the Cathedral grounds, is a medieval-styled walled garden with ancient boxwood's, herbs, and a rose garden

For more information: www.cathedral.org

  • Guided tours available
  • Motor Coach/Bus Parking
  • Private Tour
  • Open to public
  • Produces public facing events
  • ATM
  • Non-Profit Organization
Largest Capacities

Banquet capacity: 1000, Theatre capacity: 2000, Reception capacity: 1500

Distance to Metro

1.25 Miles

Floorplans
Nearby Landmarks

National Zoo

Group Maximum

60

Length of Tour

Less than 1 hour

Discount

Membership Discounts, Military Discounts

Metro Station

Tenleytown-AU

Parking

Self

Metro Line

Red

Payment Options

Cash, Discover, MasterCard, Personal Checks, Visa

CONTACT

3101 Wisconsin Ave. NW
Washington, DC 20016
United States

(202) 537-6200

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