Name: St Paul's Cathedral
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St Paul's Cathedral

St. Paul's Cathedral, London, UK

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St Paul’s Cathedral is one of London’s most iconic landmarks and a living Christian church at the heart of the capital. Located on St Paul’s Churchyard, it is known for its magnificent dome and its role in national events, worship, and community life. The Cathedral welcomes visitors for sightseeing, learning, prayer, and reflection throughout the week.

Sightseeing tickets give access to the Cathedral Floor, Crypt, and the Dome Galleries, including the Whispering Gallery, Stone Gallery, and Golden Gallery with panoramic views over London. Visitors can explore the Cathedral’s history and collections, follow guided or self-guided tours, use multimedia guides, and view temporary exhibitions and installations. St Paul’s also hosts worship services, music, concerts, special events, and offers add-on experiences such as the Triforium tour.

Sightseeing ticket prices start from £27 for adults, £24 for concessions, and £10.50 for children, with family tickets available and free entry for Friends of St Paul’s Cathedral. Group rates and optional donation-inclusive tickets are also offered, alongside a £1 sightseeing ticket under specific terms.

A visit to St Paul’s Cathedral combines history, architecture, and spirituality in one unforgettable experience. The climb to the Dome rewards visitors with some of the best views in London, while the interior tells stories spanning centuries. It’s a must-visit attraction for anyone wanting to understand London’s heritage and enjoy a truly inspiring landmark.

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History and Collections: Discover St Paul's turbulent history and the rare artefacts that help to tell its stories. Throughout our history pages, you can explore the events and people that have shaped our Cathedral, from sparkling services that allowed a nation to celebrate – and mourn – some of our most famous figures, to the forward-thinking clergy who solidified the Cathedral's record on social justice.
Explore our map: Explore the Cathedral Floor, Crypt and Dome - and see the location of key items in our Collections - by using our interactive map. Visit the information desk at our entrance or our tours desk to connect with our of our expert guides, or pick up a multimedia tour from the multimedia desk to enjoy a self-guided tour at your own pace.
Our timeline: From our consecration to 21st century, chart the history of St Paul's and see which events - and people helped create the Cathedral as it is today. Throughout its history, St Paul’s has been involved in the fight against oppression and inequality – and many key figures in social justice have passed through our doors.
Our guided and self-guided tours: Get to know the fascinating figures in our history - and the story of how the Cathedral was built - with our guided and self-guided tours. A guided tour is the best way to connect with our Cathedral. Led by our expert guides, each one will take you on a journey through our rich history, highlighting the lesser-known characters in our past, and even giving you a chance to explore parts of the Cathedral typically inaccessible to the public
Events: From special concerts to temporary art exhibitions, our What's On page shows all the services and events happening at the Cathedral - and gives you a chance to search and filter to find specific events.
Worship and music: Our Cathedral has been here for over 1,400 years, and its main purpose has always been as a place of worship and prayer. As well as a calendar providing day to day information about our services, we also provide guidance for those looking to join a St Paul's service for the first time.
Remember Me Memorial: In May 2020 St Paul’s Cathedral launched Remember Me, an online memorial to those who died as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic in the UK. It is free to leave a tribute to a loved one. The memorial is open to people of all faiths and none, and will remain open for entries for as long as it is needed.

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Friends of St Paul’s Cathedral

No donation: Free
Including donation: Free

Adults (18yrs+)

No donation: £27
Including donation: £29.70
Group (15+) prices: £24.30

Concessions (Students & 65yrs+)

No donation: £24
Including donation: £26.40
Group (15+) prices: £21.60

Children (6–17yrs)

No donation: £10.50
Including donation: £11.55
Group (15+) prices: £9.50

Family Ticket (2 Adults + 2 or 3 Children)

No donation: £64.50
Including donation: £70.95

Family Ticket (1 Adult + 2 or 3 Children)

No donation: £37.50
Including donation: £41.25

£1 sightseeing ticket (Terms and conditions apply)

No donation: £1

Pricing URL: https://www.stpauls.co.uk/ticket-types-and-prices

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Offer Birthday Parties: No

Monday to Saturday: 8.30am (10am on Wednesday) to 4.30pm

Address: St. Paul's Cathedral, London, UK

Post Code: EC4M 8AD

Council: London

County: Greater London

London Underground: St Paul's: 3 minute walk (270m) served by the Central line. / Mansion House: 6 minute walk (450m) served by the District and Circle lines. / Blackfriars: 7 minute walk (500m) served by the District and Circle lines. / Bank: 10 minute walk (750m) served by the Central, Northern and Waterloo & City lines, and the Docklands Light Railway (DLR).
Train: City Thameslink: 4 minute walk (300m) / Blackfriars: 7 minute walk (500m) / Cannon Street: 9 minute walk (750m) / Liverpool Street: 19 minute walk (1.5km).
Bus: Routes 4, 8, 15, 17, 23, 25, 26, 56, 76, 100, 172, 242, 521 all stop near the Cathedral. All the major ‘hop on, hop off’ sightseeing bus tours stop outside the Cathedral.
Travel to the Cathedral by river: Uber Boat by Thames Clippers offer a fast, frequent service through London on the River Thames. Their routes serve Blackfriars Pier, a 9 minute walk (650m) from the Cathedral and Bankside pier, a 12 minute walk (900m) from the Cathedral.
Travel to the Cathedral by bike: Free bicycle parking can be found in bicycle racks provided on several streets surrounding the Cathedral. City of London owned car parks also provide secure undercover cycle parking with CCTV. Find out more about cycling in the City of London. There are several public cycle hire scheme bike docking locations within a 3 minute walk (300m) of the Cathedral.
Travel to the Cathedral by coach: On-street coach parking bays are located within a 7 minute walk (500m) of the Cathedral on Angel Street, St Martin's Le Grand and Queen Victoria Street. Find out more about coach parking in the City of London.
Travel to the Cathedral by car: On-street car parking is very limited and the closest public car park is the Baynard House car park on Queen Victoria Street, a 6 minute walk (400m).