Yes, you can do a free self guided tour and access the 7th floor without going on the tour
Touring admission is $12 for adults, Monday through Saturday. It is not possible to enter the cathedral to look around, without going through the tourist admission desk. When entering the Cathedral on any day to attend a worship service, there is no admission fee. Also, once the main Sunday morning services are complete, the building is open to self-guided touring (sometimes tour guides are available) for free.
Give them a call and find out.
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