I had hoped to be able to see the view from near the top of the tower but the elevator only stops at certain floors. It would have been nice to see more inside but what we did see was beautiful.

Cool place. I, unfortunately, didn’t get the chance to go to a service, but I really liked the architecture of the church. It seems like a addition to the Morningside Heights area! I want to get to a service at some point soon!

It is the tallest and most eye catching church in city I have seen! It is next to Columbia and Barnard University. Great and safe location. A must see ...

This Church built since 1927 by Rocfeler. You can see beautiful glass and pipe organ number of 22000 pipes its spectacular.

A sea of humanity evolved for a common goal and outstanding objective. The appetizers, speeches, hospitality were meet with honor. So many wonderful and brilliant individuals basked the joyous occasion with their presence...I love you for embracing humility, openminded thoughts and your complete persona as you are. God bless. Thank you. I felt so alive. Each moment was reinvigorating.

Beautiful its a great place for tourists to visit.

Very friendly said a prayer there you can take pictures a nice place to visit there is a giant chapel and a small chapel didnt get to see mass but would like to

I went to see an event for the Black African American History. It was beautiful! There were so many activities for kids.

Thank you John D. Rockefeller for giving this beautiful church to New York City. It is a place of inspiration and beauty.I will miss seeing the loft spire from my penthouse terrace, but alas, I am leaving New York permanently after many years of living in the city.I walked across the street after visiting Grants Tomb to visit the Riverside Church, nicely sited on Riverside Drive with a good Hudson River view.Nearby are the Manhattan School of Music, the Union Theological Seminary, Columbia University, Barnard College and Grants Tomb.Inside is a work of art. It is quiet and peaceful place to reflect or worship, regardless of your religion.

Riverside Church is a great Church, known for its openess and engagement with justice, peace and social equality. Martin Luther King jr has preached here, and reverend James Forbes was for a Long time senior preacher here. The Church is a good place to worship and pray. There lso concerts and art exhibitions here. Highlly recomended.

Absolutely stunning! Amazing architecture, a sight to see. Unfortunately there were renovations being done while we were there and were unable to see everything. The choir is quite famous and gives concerts regularly.

Very mathematical pleasing edifice , kudos to the creators, thank you

Absolutely a stunning historic building in NYC. Doors from Claremont st are always open and a great place to go observe the naive and beautiful stained glass. So much history in this one building. My favorite painter Heinrich Hofmann has his original paintings located throughout the church. Beautiful paintings of Christ in Gethsemane.

Love this place. Gorgeous outside and inside

Church itself on the second floor is pretty nice very expensive place to host wedding though. It has very good sound effects and spacious. They also got a very small place up on 10th floor fits 5 tables of 10 at most. The balcony on the 10 floor is very narrow and the view is alright it just over look a river.

An Awesome place of worship..ALL ARE WELCOMED

A historic Cathedral worth reading about before seeing.

Beautiful church, only regret you cant go up to see the bells.

The Riverside Church is beautiful and the team there is professional and TOP notch. I attended a MLK day celebration there and it was well put together. From the greeters, to security; everyone was welcoming.

Just gorgeous. Suddenly felt like I was in Europe when looking at it from the outside, and the inside is just breathtaking.

Ive been to this historic and beautifully sculpted church on numerous occasions. These are just two instances. Recently my Dear Sistah graduatrd from the One Spirit School and the ceremony was held at Riverside. She us now Reverend LeVaughn McPherson.Next, the other photis, are from my daughters graduation from the Prep For Prep program whuch was held last August at Riverside

Great architecture. Cool church to visit.

Beautiful architecture. If you are in the area you should definitely check it out. Also, Martin Luther King Jr. held a speech here exactly a year before he died.

Magnificient Building. I loved it in there. Will worship with them soon.

The church prides itself as being progressive and inclusive, one of the few churches in the city actively supporting LGBT causes. The church exterior catches the eye with its stunning architecture, and the grand interior is just as stunning. There is a small gift shop at the ground level. Upper levels are not accessible when I visited.

People are very hospitable and the service is great

What a magnificent edifice! I went their for the Bahai New Year and read a prayer accompanied by a veteran classically-trained violinist. The room we were in comfortably fit over 300 people. I dont know much about this place but I know it most be a staple just by how beautiful the architecture is. If ever in the west part of Harlem, by Columbia / Barnard College, go visit. You wont regret it.

Beautiful exterior. The churches uptown are really beautiful.

MLK, Fidel Castro, Kofi Annan and Nelson Mandela all spoke from this pulpit to the public. Beautiful church.

Saw Verdi’s Un Ballo en Maschera in the Church. It was a great performance with a large orchestra.

I went to my hairdressers graduation. The place is HUGE, exquisite and the singer her voice was soooo amazing very talented.

Too many reasons to list. Great community resource. A grrat many community orientated programs. Progressive congregation. Progressive church.

The architecture is amazing. There is no need to go out of the country when we have amazing architecture like this one. They provide guided tours for those who are interested. They are very welcoming there to ALL people and provide a lot of services to different communities.

The building is beautiful and is handicapped accessible from the Claremont Avenue entrance. There are also gender neutral restrooms in some places, and all restrooms are available to people according to their self-proclaimed gender identity. The congregations mission statement is open and affirming.

There are a a feel of calmness when this church is empty. You cam meditate and relax undisturbed. Its a great place to relieve stress

A wonderfully involved community Church! I was there for a handbell festival but also got to enjoy a moving art exhibit which focused on current immigrant stories.

It was a beautiful building in a very nice area. The interior had stained glass and ample space for people to sit down and attend ceremonies there, including a second floor balcony. It is in the city so the best way to get there would be by train, parking isnt available at the church.

A solemn place. The performance was excellent. We car pooled with chartered buses and had no commute problem

Enjoyed worship with the Riverside family while visiting the area. Warm welcome, beautiful diversity, impressive leadership. From baptisms to music to communion to the awe-inspiring architecture, it was one of the most uplifting worship experiences Ive had. Easy to feel the love. Ill be back next time Im in town!

Beautiful historic church with theater that connects to a parking garage. Its located along Riverside drive in Columbia University area.

Beautiful church, unbelievably nice people, and a gorgeous view from the bell tower. Go here!

I use to attend this church when I was young. Its a pleasant place to worship!

So I never thought that I would attend a party at a church. However there all space is actually pretty extravagant. I didnt know Riverside Church allowed secular events on his premises. But it does and we had an awesome time. It wasnt overly churchy like you might expect it to be, which was a shocker to me.I think if youre looking for an event space Uptown to support at least 500 people, You should definitely consider reaching out to them.This event that I intended to was a white party, so the outfits juxtaposed to the ambiance of the event space made for very sexy evening. Again I cant believe Im saying that about an event space in a church, but it really was pretty awesome.

Place for peace and closer to heavenly father

As an architect myself, it was a pleasure seeing the craftsmanship displayed in every part of the building.. A great structure and definitely a wonderful place of worship

Its like walking through history. Beautiful, calming energy all the time. I love this church

Wonderful church and very welcoming people. The story behind the church is special. Take the time to appreciate the artwork and the silence.

Beautiful Architecture. They have a lot of different events going on.

Love keeping up with all the good things going on at Riverside Church!

Great place I went to get some thrift clothes but I also got some PlayStation 3 games too!

Beautiful church, even more beautiful staff. Everyone from the members to the staff are warm and welcoming. There is so much that they offer. They dont push you to join or contribute, just to come and listen to the word. The church seems like and family I enjoyed my time there. Anyone would love it and be more than welcomed.

We were impressed. Really beautiful Curch

Great Riverside view up top, my friends wedding was hosted there. It was very beautiful and serene.

A Gothic church with undeniable charm. It has a lofty turret which looms in the horizon and you can see it from afar. Within the Church you can feel the Presence. No matter what your belief or religion, the peace you feel here is palpable. It’s architecture and detailed sculptures, tinted windows, grand organ sounds- take you back into another era. Breathtakingly beautiful, soulful building.

Love that its all nationalities! Choral music, bells, etc. Different from traditional Christian churches.

Its a beautiful church with a rich history of social action.

What a beautiful church. Service is great.

Beautiful and historic. Located in a quiet section of upper Manhattan. Has Sunday and some evening services as well as evening programming.

Lives up to its historical great reputation.

Inter denominational service... dr Lakeesha Walrond accepting presidency of NYTS

Beautiful edifice.Great preaching and teaching. Excellent and informative support staff.

Did the Grants tomb bike race there had a grand time

Magnificent nave, beautiful stonework and stained glass windows, with great hospitality.

The building is astounding. Larger than life.

John D Rockerfeller built that church, iconic vaulted ceilings beautiful inlayed tiles. Just gorgeous. Ya gotta see it to appreciate it.

Great was there for my friend released from jail party

Great place!

Such a beautiful Church!

Very motivating evening with Common

An amazingly wonderful atmosphere. Beautiful and wonderful to behold. I truly enjoyed the graduation ceremony in a classic fashion.

We popped in on a whim as I hadnt been here since childhood. The security was really nice and helped direct us to the main part of the church. It was far more spectacular than I recalled in my childhood. Even more wonderful was it was empty so I could take in an unadulterated experience with my wife and I. Even more special was the organ tuning that was in progress as we entered.

What an amazing place. You walk in and feel like you have entered a museum. It is so beautiful and so well taken care of. The workmanship is astounding. Inside the church is even more delightful will all of the stain glass everywhere. You have to go and see it. They have so many great events going on.

Quiet and beautiful church right next to Columbia university.

Very big and very beautiful. So accommodating had a blast competing there music. Great to visit and explore!

While visiting my family in NYC, I attended their church, The Riverside Church, for their Space for Grace Service on Wednesday night. I felt the Holy Spirits presence and the unity of the brethren. I was moved and refreshed. The family atmosphere was astonishing for a church of its size. I was welcomed with open arms.

Another heavenly piece of art...I graduated from school at this church.

Riverside Church is beautiful & the Sunday Service is not to be missed.

Beautiful gothic cathedral! Must return for the bell tower tour!

Breathtakingly beautiful!

Very nice and huge, let us in nicely and just sat and relaxed, usual church stuff

A VERY BEAUTIFUL CHURCH! They offer LOADS of things INSIDE the ! took the Barber COURSE given by a master barber! it!

Was here for seminary graduation. Very beautiful and uplifting. Hope to attend for worship soon!

Our school participate in the ballroom competition and it was beautiful. This church is amazing!

What a beautiful church! Filled me with a sense of peace from the Holy Spirit.

Its a peaceful place, to worship and congregate

From the movie Spiderman 2 (Mary Janes wedding)

Beautiful place. You must visit and experience the peace

Clean lines and the best acustics in the city. Services are spiritual and friendly.

Beautiful structure! It was hard to see and hear when all of the seats are filled. I there for conference.

I went to the Food Pantry. It is well stocked. Very well run, the volunteers are all helpful. All you need is a an ID, proof of address. proof of birth.

Great place for worship.Iconic landmark for the Harlem community.Rc does so much for the less fortunate population. So many public services for anyone.

Fired means person keaves. NOT gets Rich for committing wrong Acts while working for God. Why are Pastors being paid this much salary, a pension PLUS a monthly $8,000 or more housing allowance? Many families in this congregation make far less then $75,000. In email sent by the Chair of the Church Council and seen by @ThePost says Butler will also get a $100,000 “separation payment”– which would take her golden handshake to a total of $594,530, when including her unused vacation payout and the $10,000 tab for her lawyer’s fees. Do we not see this payment as WRONG?

Beautiful church, but its saddening that the people leading the church are going against the inviting nature of the building itself.

Very nice wonderful came for 32BJ Hector Figueroa. Pastor and singers it was beautiful.

I was there to see Common the rapper/actor/activist read and talk about his new book. He gave us a mini concert, and had a book signing, it was freaking awesome! We took pictures on the red carpet and everything.

Great Beautiful church, my daughter did dance competition here

Very Beautiful Church. I was impressed.

The tallest church in the U.S., was designed and built like a skyscraper. The stone hangs on a steel cage; construction, funded by John D. Rockefeller, began in 1927 and was completed three years later.It also houses the worlds biggest Carillon bell and a medieval labyrinth

New York Theological Seminary Graduation 2019 ceremony was awesome. What an amazing emotional experience.

Lovely structure and beautiful sights within the church.