St. Paul's Chapel

Explore the fascinating relics and works of art in “the little chapel that stood,” the oldest surviving church building in Manhattan.

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.

Attractions and Neighbourhoods near St. Paul's Chapel

The Oculus

Pose for an iconic New York photo at one of the city’s most talked-about landmarks, a striking retail space and work of art that was 12 years in the making.

City Hall Park

Discover this lovely little park as you take a walking tour of lower Manhattan. Stop at its visitor center to pick up information for the rest of your trip.

National September 11 Memorial

Paying tribute to the thousands who lost their lives on September 11, 2001, this is a poignant and somber landmark for locals and tourists alike.

FDNY Memorial

At this somber memorial, pay a personal tribute to the firefighters who perished saving others during 9/11 and other disasters.

Trinity Church

A standout building in an impressive area, this church is filled with art and relics and is the final resting place of many prominent Americans.

Hotels near St. Paul's Chapel

DoubleTree by Hilton New York Downtown

8 Stone St

Rated 4.0 / 5 by Guests

Located in Stone Street Historic District, this hotel is within a 5-minute walk of Battery Park and Wall Street. South Street Seaport and National September 11 Memorial are also within 15 minutes. Whitehall St. Station and Bowling Green Station are within a 2-minute walk.

Radisson Hotel New York Wall Street

52 William St

Rated 4.2 / 5 by Guests

Located in Manhattan, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of New York Stock Exchange, Trinity Church, and National September 11 Memorial. Staten Island Ferry Whitehall Terminal and One World Trade Center are also within 15 minutes. Wall St. Station is only a 2-minute walk and Broad St. Station is 3 minutes.

Millennium Hilton New York Downtown

55 Church Street

Rated 4.3 / 5 by Guests

Located in Manhattan, this hotel is 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.

Club Quarters Hotel, World Trade Center

140 Washington St

Rated 4.4 / 5 by Guests

Located in Manhattan, this hotel is 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from One World Trade Center and within 6 mi (10 km) of Madison Square Garden and Empire State Building. Times Square and Broadway are also within 6 mi (10 km). Rector St. Station (Greenwich St.) and Rector St. Station are within a 5-minute walk.

Holiday Inn New York City - Wall Street, an IHG Hotel

51 Nassau St.

Rated 4.0 / 5 by Guests

Located in Manhattan, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Wall Street, One World Trade Center, and National September 11 Memorial. Pace University and South Street Seaport are also within 10 minutes. Fulton St. Station (Nassau St.) and Fulton St. Station (Broadway) are within a 5-minute walk.

New York Marriott Downtown

85 West St

Located in Manhattan, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of National September 11 Memorial, One World Trade Center, and Wall Street. The Oculus and Battery Park are also within 15 minutes. Rector St. Station (Greenwich St.) and Rector St. Station are within a 5-minute walk.

World Center Hotel

144 Washington St

Rated 4.3 / 5 by Guests

Located in Manhattan, this hotel is within a 5-minute walk of National September 11 Memorial and Wall Street. One World Trade Center and Battery Park are also within 15 minutes. Rector St. Station (Greenwich St.) and Rector St. Station are within a 5-minute walk.

Andaz Wall Street - a concept by Hyatt

75 Wall St

Rated 4.6 / 5 by Guests

Located in Manhattan, this luxury hotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of New York Stock Exchange and One World Trade Center. Broadway and Empire State Building are also within 6 mi (10 km). Wall St. Station is only a 3-minute walk and Broad St. Station is 5 minutes.

Holiday Inn Express New York City- Wall Street, an IHG Hotel

126 Water St

Rated 4.1 / 5 by Guests

Located in Manhattan, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Wall Street, Battery Park, and South Street Seaport. One World Trade Center and Pace University are also within 15 minutes. Wall St. Station is only a 3-minute walk and Broad St. Station is 5 minutes.

The Washington

8 Albany Street

Rated 4.2 / 5 by Guests

Located in Manhattan, this luxury hotel is within a 5-minute walk of National September 11 Memorial and Wall Street. One World Trade Center and Battery Park are also within 10 minutes. Rector St. Station (Greenwich St.) and Rector St. Station are within a 5-minute walk.

The Wall Street Inn

9 S William St

Rated 4.5 / 5 by Guests

Located in Stone Street Historic District, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Wall Street and Battery Park. South Street Seaport and Pace University are also within 15 minutes. Wall St. Station and Whitehall St. Station are within a 5-minute walk.

Hampton Inn Manhattan-Seaport-Financial District

320 Pearl Street

Rated 4.2 / 5 by Guests

Located in Manhattan, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of South Street Seaport, Wall Street, and Pace University. The Oculus and National September 11 Memorial are also within 15 minutes. Fulton St. Station (William St.) is 6 minutes by foot and Fulton St. Station (Nassau St.) is 7 minutes.

Gild Hall, A Thompson Hotel

15 Gold Street

Rated 4.5 / 5 by Guests

Located in Manhattan, this luxury hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Wall Street, Pace University, and South Street Seaport. Battery Park and One World Trade Center are also within 15 minutes. Fulton St. Station (William St.) and Wall St. Station are within a 5-minute walk.

Eurostars Wall Street

129 Front Street

Rated 3.6 / 5 by Guests

Located in Manhattan, this boutique hotel is within a 5-minute walk of Wall Street and South Street Seaport. Battery Park and Pace University are also within 15 minutes. Wall St. Station is only a 4-minute walk and Broad St. Station is 6 minutes.

Wall Street Apartment

95 Wall Street

Located in Manhattan, this apartment building is within a 10-minute walk of Wall Street, South Street Seaport, and Battery Park. Pace University and National September 11 Memorial are also within 15 minutes. Wall St. Station is only a 3-minute walk and Broad St. Station is 5 minutes.

RIFF Downtown

102 Greenwich Street

Rated 3.5 / 5 by Guests

Located in Financial District, this boutique hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Trinity Church and National September 11 Memorial. Rector St. Station (Greenwich St.) and Rector St. Station are within a 2-minute walk.

Holiday Inn Manhattan-Financial District, an IHG Hotel

99 Washington St

Rated 4.1 / 5 by Guests

Located in Manhattan, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Wall Street, One World Trade Center, and Battery Park. National September 11 Memorial and Pace University are also within 15 minutes. Rector St. Station (Greenwich St.) and Rector St. Station are within a 2-minute walk.

Aloft Manhattan Downtown - Financial District

49-53 Ann Street

Rated 4.2 / 5 by Guests

Located in Manhattan, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Pace University, Wall Street, and One World Trade Center. National September 11 Memorial and South Street Seaport are also within 10 minutes. Fulton St. Station (Nassau St.) and Fulton St. Station (William St.) are within a 2-minute walk.

Hampton Inn Manhattan/Downtown-Financial District

32 Pearl St

Rated 4.2 / 5 by Guests

Located in Manhattan, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Battery Park and Wall Street. South Street Seaport and National September 11 Memorial are also within 15 minutes. Whitehall St. Station is only a 2-minute walk and Bowling Green Station is 3 minutes.

Fairfield Inn New York Manhattan/Financial District

161 Front Street

Rated 4.3 / 5 by Guests

Located in Manhattan, this hotel is within a 5-minute walk of Wall Street and South Street Seaport. Pace University and The Oculus are also within 15 minutes. Wall St. Station is 6 minutes by foot and Fulton St. Station (William St.) is 6 minutes.

Residence Inn Marriott New York Downtown Manhattan/WTC Area

170 Broadway

Rated 4.5 / 5 by Guests

Located in Manhattan, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Wall Street and One World Trade Center. 5th Avenue and Madison Square Garden are also within 6 mi (10 km). Fulton St. Station (Broadway) and Cortlandt St. Station are within a 5-minute walk.