Before the massive Fifth Avenue St. Patrick's was completed, New York's Catholic community was centered at this small, dignified Little Italy cathedral. Completed in 1815, the landmark building houses a beautiful marble altar surrounded by ornate hand-carved reredos. Historically significant, Old St. Patrick's weathered early American anti-Catholic and anti-immigrant sentiment and organized its congregation against their attackers. Still active, Old Saint Patrick's celebrates masses in English, Spanish and Chinese. Check their website for service timings and special event.