Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception, Albany

Name: Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception
Address: 125 Eagle St, Albany, 12202-1718, United States
Telephone: (518) 463-4447

#14 among attractions in Albany

Gothic Revival architecture, Church, Architecture

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Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception, Albany

Facts and practical information

The Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception is a Roman Catholic church near the Mansion District in Albany, New York, United States. Built in the period of the 1848-1852, it is the mother church of the Diocese of Albany. In 1976 it was listed on the National Register of Historic Places. ()

Alternative names: Completed: 1852 (173 years ago)Architectural style: Gothic revivalSpire height: 210 ftCapacity: 2500Coordinates: 42°38'52"N, 73°45'36"W

Address

125 Eagle StCapitol HillAlbany 12202-1718 United States

Contact

(518) 463-4447

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Day trips

Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: New York State Capitol, Times Union Center, Statue of Philip Schuyler, The Egg Building.

~1910 ftN
Grand government building
New York State Capitol, Albany
10 min walk • The New York State Capitol, located in the heart of Albany, is a stunning architectural masterpiece and a beacon of political life in the state. Completed in 1899 after a prolonged construction period that began in 1867, this grand edifice stands as a testament to the...
~1400 ftE
Arenas and stadiums, Sport venue, Sport
Times Union Center, Albany
7 min walk • The Times Union Center stands as a bustling hub of entertainment and sports in the heart of Albany, New York. This indoor arena, with its capacity to accommodate up to 17,500 spectators, has been a landmark of the city since its opening in 1990.
0.4 miNE
Monuments and statues
Statue of Philip Schuyler, Albany
10 min walk • A statue of Philip Schuyler by J. Massey Rhind is installed outside Albany City Hall in Albany, New York, United States. The memorial is slated for removal, as of June 2020.
~1110 ftN
Concerts and shows, Theater, Performing arts
The Egg Building, Albany
6 min walk • The Egg is a performing arts venue in Albany, New York. Named for its shape, the building was designed by Harrison & Abramovitz as part of the Empire State Plaza project, and built between 1966 and 1978. It is located in the northeast corner of the Plaza.
~1310 ftNE
Monuments and statues
New York State Fallen Firefighters Memorial, Albany
7 min walk • The New York State Fallen Firefighters Memorial in Albany, New York is dedicated to the New York firefighters who have died in the line of duty. Governor of New York George Pataki officially dedicated the memorial on October 5, 1998. It features a 54-foot by 15-foot gray granite wall, with 2,312 names permanently etched into the stone.
0.4 miNE
Romanesque architecture, City hall, Romanesque revival architecture
Albany City Hall, Albany
11 min walk • Albany City Hall is the seat of government of the city of Albany, New York, United States. It houses the office of the mayor, the Common Council chamber, the city and traffic courts, as well as other city services.
~530 ftNW
State story told through exhibits and art
New York State Museum, Albany
3 min walk • The New York State Museum is a research-backed institution in Albany, New York, United States. It is located on Madison Avenue, attached to the south side of the Empire State Plaza, facing onto the plaza and towards the New York State Capitol.
~810 ftNW
Skyscraper
Empire State Plaza, Albany
4 min walk • The Governor Nelson A. Rockefeller Empire State Plaza is a complex of several state government buildings in downtown Albany, New York. The complex was built between 1965 and 1976 at an estimated total cost of $2 billion.
0.4 miS
Museum, History museum, Historical place
Schuyler Mansion, Albany
12 min walk • Schuyler Mansion is a historic house at 32 Catherine Street in Albany, New York, United States. The brick mansion is now a museum and an official National Historic Landmark.
~490 ftNE
Skyscraper, Architecture, Observation decks and towers
Erastus Corning Tower, Albany
3 min walk • The Erastus Corning Tower, also known as the Mayor Erastus Corning 2nd Tower or simply the Corning Tower, is a skyscraper located in downtown Albany, New York.
~1710 ftN
Church
Wilborn Temple First Church of God in Christ, Albany
9 min walk • Wilborn Temple First Church of God in Christ Inc. is a Pentecostal church in Albany, New York.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception?

Nearby attractions include Bleecker Park, Albany (2 min walk), Erastus Corning Tower, Albany (3 min walk), New York State Library, Albany (3 min walk), New York State Museum, Albany (3 min walk).

How to get to Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception by public transport?

The nearest stations to Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception:

Bus

Madison Ave & Empire State Plaza • Lines: 224, 540 (3 min walk)
Core 1 • Lines: 224 (7 min walk)

Train

Albany-Rensselaer (27 min walk)