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Attraction
St. Paul's Cathedral
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2 hours
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Low
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Audio-guided
Explore 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, and a veritable treasure trove of religious and historical artefacts, 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.
- Discover The Nave
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There is a long central aisle on the cathedral floor that provides a breathtaking view of the dome. View a monument to Wellington, one of Britain's greatest soldiers and statesmen, The Grand Organ, 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.
- EXHIBITION: Christopher Wren: The Quest for Knowledge
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2023 marked 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, as well as 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.
This exhibition is located in the Crypt and is included for all sightseeing ticketholders.
- Opening hours
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The Cathedral usually opens for sightseeing Monday to Saturday at 08.30. (10.00 on Wednesday).
The 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 Whispering, Stone, and Golden Galleries are open within the Dome. 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: April 2024 - June 2024
April 2024: No planned closures at present
- Tue 7th May: Last entry for sightseeing 14.30
- Tue 14th May: Cathedral opens for sightseeing 13.00
- Wed 15th May: Cathedral opens for sightseeing 13.00
- Sat 18th May: Last entry for sightseeing 15.00
- Sat 22nd June: Last entry for sightseeing 11.30
- Sat 29th June: Last entry for sightseeing 11.30
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
- Attraction Address: St. Paul's Cathedral, St. Paul's Churchyard, London, EC4M 8AD
- Average visit duration is 2 hours
- St Paul's Cathedral is not open for sightseeing on Sundays
- 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, flash, additional lighting, tripods, monopods and selfie sticks are not permitted. 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. All dates are subject to availability and, as a working church, the supplier reserves the right to alter its opening times at short notice. Please check before you visit.
- A printed copy of your ticket is required. Tickets can only be used for one visit and will be taken in by the supplier upon exchange
- Entrance to the Galleries is subject to availability due to capacity management and there may be time restrictions in place
- Please note that the galleries can be accessed only by stairs. There are a total of 257 steps up to the Whispering Gallery, 376 steps up to the Stone Gallery and 528 steps (total) to the Golden Gallery. We recommend that those with pre-existing medical conditions, mobility difficulties or concerns with heights and confined spaces do not try to climb these stairs
- The restaurant is closed. The coffee cart café is open in the Crypt Monday – Saturday. The shop is open
- The exhibition 'Wren 300: Innovation and Restoration' is included with the Cathedral admission
- Accessibility: The cathedral floor, Crypt and Quire have step-free access
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
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