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St. Paul's Cathedral
335-335Explore Sir Christopher Wren's magnum opus, one of London's most iconic landmarks and a stunning example of English Baroque and Renaissance architecture. Several chapels are located inside its walls, a veritable treasure trove of religious and historical artefacts, while statues and beautiful works of art are situated around every corner. You'll have the opportunity to explore Europe's largest crypt, where you'll find the final resting place of some of Britain's most famous national heroes.
- Opening hours
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The Cathedral usually opens for sightseeing Monday to Saturday at 08.30. (10.00 on Wednesday).
Last admission to the Cathedral is at 16.00. Once inside the Cathedral, access to the Dome Galleries is
from 09.30 to 16.15 (10.00 to 16.15 on Wednesdays). The Cathedral closes for sightseeing at 16.30.
The shop closes at 16.30.
The restaurant is closed. Coffee Cart café is open in the Crypt Monday – Saturday.
- Discover The Nave
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A long central aisle on the cathedral floor which provides a breathtaking view of the dome. View a monument to Wellington, one of Britain's greatest soldiers and statesmen, The Grand Organ which is one of the Cathedral's greatest artefacts, and the South Transept - a monument to Britain's naval hero Horatio Nelson.
- View the Dome
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See the second largest cathedral dome in world, weighing 65,000 tons, and standing 111 metres high, a prominent feature of the London skyline.
- Explore the Crypt
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Visit Europe's largest crypt, the resting place of some of Britain's most historical figures including Nelson, Wellington and Sir Christoper Wren, the architect of St Paul's.
- Visit the Chapels
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Seven chapels are located inside St Paul's, including the All Souls' Chapel, a memorial to Lord Kitchener a famous Field Marshal from WW1, and The American Memorial Chapel, an area destroyed during the Blitz and restored to commemorate the 28,000 Americans stationed in the UK during WW2.
- NEW EXHIBITION 'Wren 300: Innovation and Restoration' (now open)
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Opened since April in the Crypt, this year marks the 300th anniversary of the death of Sir Christopher Wren, a visionary and architect of St Paul's Cathedral. Join us at St Paul’s to discover more about his life and work and how he created his masterpiece.
Sir Christopher Wren: The Quest for Knowledge is a new special exhibition at St Paul’s Cathedral that explores the life and work of Christopher Wren through archive material and personal artefacts. The exhibition investigates the genius of Wren and his ever-enquiring mind, highlighting his achievements in the fields of science and architecture and culminating in his greatest masterpiece, St Paul’s Cathedral.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
- Opening Hours:
- The Cathedral usually opens for sightseeing Monday to Saturday at 08.30. (10.00 on Wednesday).
- Last admission to the Cathedral is at 16.00. Once inside the Cathedral, access to the Dome Galleries is from 09.30 to 16.15 (10.00 to 16.15 on Wednesdays).
- The Cathedral closes for sightseeing at 16.30.
- The shop closes at 16.30.
- Within the Dome, the Whispering, Stone and Golden Galleries are open. Entry to the Golden Gallery is subject to availability due to capacity management at busy times and there may be time restrictions in place.
- The restaurant is closed. Coffee Cart café is open in the Crypt Monday – Saturday.
- Known exceptions to the above opening hours are as follows December 2023 - March 2024:
- Sat 2nd December Last entry for sightseeing 15.15
- Wed 6th December Last entry for sightseeing 15.15
- Fri 8th December Last entry for sightseeing 15.30
- Thu 14th December Last entry for sightseeing 15.00
- Sat 16th December Cathedral opens for sightseeing 13.00
- Mon 18th December Last entry for sightseeing 15.30
- Thu 21st December Last entry for sightseeing 14.45
- Sat 23rd December Last entry for sightseeing 13.15
- Mon 25th December Christmas Day. Cathedral open for prayer and worship only. No sightseeing.
- Tue 26th December Cathedral opens for sightseeing 09.00
- Mon 1st January Cathedral opens for sightseeing 09.00
- Thu 11th January Cathedral closed. No sightseeing.
- Fri 12th January Cathedral closed. No sightseeing.
- Wed 24th January Last entry for sightseeing 13.45
- Thu 1st February Last entry for sightseeing 11.00.
- Wed 14th February Ash Wednesday. Cathedral open for prayer and worship only. No sightseeing.
- Fri 15th March Cathedral opens for sightseeing 13.00
- Wed 20th March Last entry for sightseeing 15.15
- Thu 28th March Cathedral opens for sightseeing 12.45
- Fri 29th March Good Friday. Cathedral open for prayer and worship only. No sightseeing.
- Sat 30th March Last entry for sightseeing 15.00
- Attraction Address: St. Paul's Cathedral, St. Paul's Churchyard, London, EC4M 8AD
- Our suggested visit time is 2-3 hours
- St Paul's Cathedral is closed as a visitor attraction on Sundays (worship only). As a working church, it is also subject to additional regular closures for maintenance, special services and events, so please check before planning your visit.
- An introductory talk and guided tour from a St Paul's Guide and a multilingual multimedia guide are included with your entrance ticket, subject to availability
- Photography is permitted inside the Cathedral. This applies to non-professional personal use only. Video, the use of flash, additional lighting, tripods, monopods and selfie sticks are not permitted. Photography of children and young people is prohibited without the consent of the accompanying adult.
- The Whispering Gallery and St Dunstan's Chapel are no photography areas, and photography is not permitted during services and should be paused during hourly prayer.
- Evan Evans E-tickets are valid on your nominated date or any other date during normal opening hours for up to 30 days afterwards. All dates are subject to availability, and as a working church, the supplier reserves the right to alter its opening times at short notice. Tickets can only be used for one visit and will be taken in by the supplier upon exchange.
Highlights
- Explore the magnificent St Paul's Cathedral
- Enjoy a Self-Guided Multimedia Tour
- Visit the crypt, resting place of notable figures from British history
- Climb to the top of the dome and enjoy unrivalled views of the London skyline
What's Included
Entrance to St Paul's Cathedral
Multilingual Audio Guide
What's Excluded
Triforium Tour
Opening hours
(1 January - 31 December)
Monday To Saturday 8:30am - 4:00pm