St. Paul's Cathedral
St. Paul's Cathedral and its spectacular dome are an iconic part of London's skyline - did you know you can also explore it on the inside?
The present day St. Paul's Cathedral in London was first opened for worship in 1697. It is the last of four cathedrals dedicated to St. Paul built on this site, with the first going back to 604 AD.
The amazing architecture of this 300 year old structure was designed by Sir Christopher Wren. The architecture and lavish design of St. Paul's Cathedral reflects the influence of the monarchs who oversaw its construction and the importance they placed on this project. Rich in history and embellished with incredible artwork, this London landmark is both beautiful and imposing at the same time. The spectacular dome towers 365 feet above the city.
You can explore the outside of St. Paul's Cathedral without charge, but will need to pay an admission charge to tour the inside. Activities include ascending into the dome where you can enjoy spectacular views of London; exploring the underground crypt, a burial place for some of the nations most notable people; taking a touchscreen multimedia tour; and enjoying a film journey into the history and life of the Cathedral. There is also a cafe and restaurant where you can enjoy sandwiches, tea and other light fare.
Saint Paul's Cathedral is open daily from 8:30 am to 4:00 pm except on Sundays and during special events.
For more information about admission to the inside of the cathedral including current fees visit the official site linked to below.
Facts For Your Visit
Fee: Free to view the outside. Purchase a St. Paul's Cahtedral Entry Ticket to tour the inside.St. Paul's Cathedral Hours:
Opening hours may differ on holidays
- Monday: 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM
- Tuesday: 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM
- Wednesday: 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM
- Thursday: 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM
- Friday: 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM
- Saturday: 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM
- Sunday: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Address: St. Paul's Churchyard, London EC4M 8AD, UK
Phone: 020 7246 8350
Official Website: St. Paul's Cathedral
St. Paul's Cathedral Reviews
Rated out of 5
St Paul's Cathedral was one of the highlights of our trip to London. The architecture is absolutely breathtaking, both inside and out, and the level of detail throughout the building is truly remarkable.
Climbing to the dome was well worth the effort, as the views over London are spectacular and provide a unique perspective of the city. The atmosphere inside the cathedral is peaceful and inspiring, making it a wonderful place to spend time whether you are interested in history, architecture, or simply looking for a moment of reflection.
The staff and volunteers were friendly and helpful, and the entire site is exceptionally well maintained. The audio guide was informative and added a lot of context to the experience.
A must-visit landmark in London. Beautiful, historic, and unforgettable – I would highly recommend it to anyone visiting the city.
Nikolai Nikolov - 4 months ago
Definitely worth a visit. The history and architecture is fascinating. More than 1000 years of sacred worship at this site leaves a mark! Survived WWII! If able to do so, climb the stairs (or take the lift) to the Whispering Gallery and above.
David Segleau - a month ago
The miracle place of worship. 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻
Do your wishes when entering or walking inside the cathedral.
Make your prayers afterwards.
Must visit either early morning or at 5:30pm to hear mass on Saturday then enjoy nearby tourist spots destination. You may approach the priest for pray over too.
Your best spot to picture the entire facade of St. Paul’s Cathedral is at the back going to London School.
Gliza Maraon - a month ago
A lovely place to visit. I highly recommend joining the Highlights Tour and the Crypt Tour, which are included with the ticket. Our highlights tour guide was a delightful lady (unfortunately I’ve forgotten her name). She presented the history of the cathedral with such enthusiasm, and it was an absolute pleasure listening to her.
Climbing the stairs is not an easy task, but the views of London from the top are amazing and definitely worth the effort.
The ticket costs £27, which includes both tours as well as the climb.
The crypt is located downstairs and runs the whole length of the building. It is the final resting place for many famous historical figures, poets, and painters.
There is plenty to see and do, making it easy to spend a whole day exploring.
albena naydenova - 7 months ago
What a wonderful place to visit. People complain about the price of the ticket but the cathedral is self funded and apparently it costs £16millions to keep it open. All staff were lovely, we climbed all the way up to the golden gallery where we had the best 360 view of London. Also the whispering gallery was breathtaking. So much history and things to see all in one place.
Tiny - 5 months ago
Directions
| Tube Line | Nearest Station | Walking Time |
|---|---|---|
| Central Line | St Pauls Station | 2 Minutes |
| Circle Line | Mansion House | 6 MInutes |
How to get to St. Paul's Cathedral by Tube
St. Paul's Cathedral is just brief walk to the southwest from St. Paul's Station. You won't miss it.
From Mansion House Station exit onto Cannon Street and walk west to the Cathedral.
Note: On weekdays only you can also access St. Paul's Cathedral from Cannon Street Station on the District Line.
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