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15 Best Religious Sites in United States

The temples, churches and sacred sites travelers rate highest across United States, with what makes each worth the trip.

Ranked by traveler review volume across 4059 tracked places in United States. Updated monthly.

  1. St. Paul's Chapel

    Religious site · New York City

    St. Paul's Chapel, built in 1766, is the oldest surviving public building in continuous use in Manhattan.

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  2. Church of St. Leodegar

    Religious site · LucerneFree entry

    The Church of St. Leodegar, also called the Hofkirche, stands on the grounds of a former Benedictine monastery in Lucerne.

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  3. Cathedral of Our Lady of the Angels

    Religious site · Los Angeles

    The Cathedral of Our Lady of the Angels serves as the mother church of the Archdiocese of Los Angeles.

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  4. Cathedral of Saint Vibiana

    Religious site · Los Angeles

    The Cathedral of Saint Vibiana, originally built in 1876 as the seat of the Archdiocese of Los Angeles, has been transformed into a stunning event venue and cultural center.

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  5. Basilica Of St. Patrick's Old Cathedral

    Religious site · New York CityFree entry

    The Basilica of St. Patrick's Old Cathedral is a landmark Roman Catholic church in the Nolita neighborhood of Lower Manhattan.

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  6. First Shearith Israel Graveyard

    Religious site · New York City

    The First Shearith Israel Graveyard, established in 1683, is the oldest Jewish cemetery in North America, predating the American Revolution.

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  7. Mission Dolores

    Religious site · San FranciscoFree entry

    Mission Dolores, formally known as Mission San Francisco de Asís, is the oldest surviving structure in San Francisco, dating back to 1776.

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  8. Saint Isaac's Square

    Religious site · St. PetersburgFree entry

    Saint Isaac's Square is one of St. Petersburg's most magnificent public spaces, located in the Admiralteisky district.

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  9. St. Joseph's Catholic Church

    Religious site · MaconFree entry

    St. Joseph's Catholic Church stands as a beacon of faith and history in the heart of Macon, Georgia.

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  10. St. Andrew's Roman Catholic Church

    Religious site · RoanokeFree entry

    St. Andrew's Roman Catholic Church stands as a landmark of faith and architecture in downtown Roanoke.

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  11. Mahayana Buddhist Temple

    Religious site · New York CityFree entry

    The Mahayana Buddhist Temple is a hidden gem in New York City's bustling Chinatown. Located on Canal Street, this temple provides a quiet sanctuary amid the neighborhood's vibrant chaos.

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  12. Our Lady Star of The Sea Catholic Church

    Religious site · New Smyrna BeachFree entry

    Our Lady Star of The Sea Catholic Church is a serene religious sanctuary situated on South Atlantic Avenue in New Smyrna Beach, directly across from the Atlantic Ocean.

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  13. Cathedral of Our Lady of Vladimir

    Religious site · St. PetersburgFree entry

    A historic Russian Orthodox cathedral in St. Petersburg, known for its striking architecture and religious significance.

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  14. Hindu Temple Society of North America

    Religious site · FlushingFree entry

    The Hindu Temple Society of North America, located on Bowne Street in Flushing, is one of the oldest and most revered Hindu temples in the New York area.

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  15. The Vilna Shul

    Religious site · Boston

    The Vilna Shul is a restored 1919 synagogue that now serves as a Jewish heritage center and museum in Boston's Beacon Hill.

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