Saint Thomas Church, New York City

Name: Saint Thomas Church
Address: 1 W 53rd St, New York City, 10019-5401, United States
Telephone: +1 212-757-7013

#177 among attractions in New York City

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Facts and practical information

Saint Thomas Church is an Episcopal parish church of the Episcopal Diocese of New York located at 53rd Street and Fifth Avenue in Midtown Manhattan, New York City. Also known as Saint Thomas Church Fifth Avenue or Saint Thomas Church in the City of New York, it was incorporated on January 9, 1824. The current structure, the congregation’s fourth church, was designed by the architects Ralph Adams Cram and Bertram Grosvenor Goodhue in the French High Gothic Revival style and completed in 1914. ()

Alternative names: Completed: 1914 (110 years ago)Architectural style: Gothic revivalCoordinates: 40°45'39"N, 73°58'35"W

Address

1 W 53rd StMidtown Manhattan (Midtown East)New York City 10019-5401 United States

Contact

+1 212-757-7013

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Day trips

Saint Thomas Church – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Museum of Modern Art, Rockefeller Center, Radio City Music Hall, Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree.

~510 ftNW
Museum, Art museum, Modern art museum
Museum of Modern Art, New York City
3 min walk • Nestled in the heart of New York City, the Museum of Modern Art (MoMA) stands as a sanctuary of creativity and innovation. Established in 1929, this illustrious institution is dedicated to being the foremost museum of modern art in the world.
~1000 ftSW
Iconic Midtown business complex
Rockefeller Center, New York City
5 min walk • Rockefeller Center, an iconic landmark in the heart of New York City, encapsulates the vibrancy and dynamism of urban life. Known primarily as a sprawling shopping center, this complex of 19 commercial buildings is much more than a mere retail destination.
~910 ftSW
Legendary theater, home of the Rockettes
Radio City Music Hall, New York City
5 min walk • Radio City Music Hall stands as an iconic entertainment venue in the heart of New York City. Known as the "Showplace of the Nation," this theater has been captivating audiences with its unique blend of art deco style and modern production since its opening in 1932.
~990 ftSW
Massive, iconic Christmas tree
Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree, New York City
5 min walk • In the heart of New York City, the Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree stands as an iconic beacon of holiday cheer. This majestic tree, a beloved tourist attraction, is not only a symbol of Christmas in the Big Apple but also a testament to the city's capacity for wonder...
~800 ftS
Iconic church with storied history
St. Patrick's Cathedral, New York City
4 min walk • St. Patrick's Cathedral stands as a beacon of spiritual grace amidst the bustling streets of New York City, New York. This majestic cathedral, an embodiment of neo-Gothic architecture, has been a cornerstone of faith and history since its cornerstone was laid in 1858.
~900 ftNW
Monuments and statues, Sculpture
Love, New York City
5 min walk • Love is a pop art image by American artist Robert Indiana. It consists of the letters L and O over the letters V and E in bold Didone type; the O is slanted sideways so that its oblong negative space creates a line leading to the V.
~860 ftNE
Landmark skyscraper with a public atrium
Trump Tower, New York City
5 min walk • Trump Tower is a 58-floor, 664-foot-tall mixed-use skyscraper at 721–725 Fifth Avenue in the Midtown Manhattan neighborhood of New York City, between 56th and 57th Streets. It serves as the headquarters for the Trump Organization.
~980 ftSW
Ice rink
The Rink at Rockefeller Center, New York City
5 min walk • 1 Rockefeller Plaza is a 36-story building located on the east side of Rockefeller Plaza between 48th and 49th Streets in Midtown Manhattan, New York City. Completed in 1937, the tower is part of Rockefeller Center, which was built in the Art Deco style.
~590 ftS
Skyscraper
Olympic Tower, New York City
3 min walk • Olympic Tower is a 51-story, 620 ft-tall building at 641 and 645 Fifth Avenue, between 51st and 52nd Streets, in the Midtown Manhattan neighborhood of New York City. Designed by Skidmore, Owings & Merrill, the mixed-use development contains condominium apartments, office space, and retail shops.
~730 ftS
Monuments and statues
Atlas Statue, New York City
4 min walk • Atlas is a bronze statue in Rockefeller Center, within the International Building's courtyard, in Midtown Manhattan in New York City. It is across Fifth Avenue from St. Patrick's Cathedral. The sculpture depicts the ancient Greek Titan Atlas holding the heavens on his shoulders.
~490 ftS
Neoclassical architecture
Versace, New York City
3 min walk • 647 Fifth Avenue, originally known as the George W. Vanderbilt Residence, is a commercial building in the Midtown Manhattan neighborhood of New York City. It is along the east side of Fifth Avenue between 51st Street and 52nd Street.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is Saint Thomas Church open?

Saint Thomas Church is open:

Monday 7 am - 6:30 pm
Tuesday 7 am - 6:30 pm
Wednesday 7 am - 6:30 pm
Thursday 7 am - 6:30 pm
Friday 7 am - 6:30 pm
Saturday 9 am - 3 pm
Sunday 7 am - 1 pm

Which popular attractions are close to Saint Thomas Church?

Nearby attractions include 53rd Street Library, New York City (2 min walk), University Club, New York City (2 min walk), Abby Aldrich Rockefeller Sculpture Garden, New York City (2 min walk), 7 West 54th Street, New York City (2 min walk).

How to get to Saint Thomas Church by public transport?

The nearest stations to Saint Thomas Church:

Metro

53rd Street–5th Avenue • Lines: E, M (3 min walk)
57th Street • Lines: <F>, F (6 min walk)

Bus

Madison Avenue & East 52nd Street • Lines: Q32 (4 min walk)
East 50th Street/5th Avenue • Lines: M50 (5 min walk)

Train

Grand Central Terminal (15 min walk)
New York Penn Station (29 min walk)