St Paul's Cathedral

St Paul's Cathedral is Sir Christopher Wren's masterpiece, rebuilt after the Great Fire of London destroyed the medieval original in 1666. Its iconic dome, one of the largest in the world at 111 meters high, dominates the London skyline. The cathedral has hosted major events including Winston Churchill's funeral and Prince Charles and Princess Diana's wedding. Visitors can climb 528 steps to three galleries inside the dome, including the famous Whispering Gallery where sounds travel around the dome's circumference.

Practical Information

Updated: Jan 6, 2026

Visit Duration

Minimum1.5 hours

Recommended2 hours

Maximum3 hours

Entrance Fee

Adult

25 GBP~25.0 $

Child

11 GBP~11.0 $

Worship services FREE (no sightseeing Sun). Book online to save. Includes dome climb (528 steps). Multimedia guide included

Best Time to Visit

Weekday mornings before midday. Avoid Fridays and Saturdays (busiest). Allow 1.5-2 hours. Climbing the dome takes time - start early

Crowd Level

High — many people

Official Website

How to Get There

Nearest Tube: St Paul's (Central line) 2-min walk. City Thameslink station 4 min. Blackfriars and Cannon Street 8 min. Bus routes to St Paul's Churchyard.

What to Expect

A magnificent Baroque cathedral with stunning interior architecture, mosaics, and monuments. The Whispering Gallery inside the dome offers unique acoustic experience. Higher galleries provide panoramic London views. The Crypt contains memorials to famous Britons including Wellington and Christopher Wren himself.

Connectivity

Wi-Fi

Available

Facilities & Services

toilets

cafe

restaurant

gift shop

audio guide

Working Hours

Updated: Jan 6, 2026

Monday08:30 — 16:30

Tuesday08:30 — 16:30

Wednesday08:30 — 16:30

Thursday08:30 — 16:30

Friday08:30 — 16:30

Saturday08:30 — 16:30

SundayClosed

Note

Sundays worship only (free). Ticket ~£23 online (cheaper). Whispering Gallery, dome 528 steps. Charles & Diana wedding. Metro: St Paul's. Ticket office until 4PM.

Accessibility

Wheelchair Access

Fully accessible

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No, you can stop at any gallery. The Whispering Gallery (257 steps) is inside the dome with the famous acoustic effect. Stone Gallery (376) and Golden Gallery (528) are outdoors with views. Each level has its own appeal, and there's no lift, so choose based on your fitness.

Yes, daily services including morning prayer, communion, and evensong are free to attend. Sunday is worship-only with no sightseeing. The 5pm evensong with the cathedral choir is particularly beautiful and atmospheric.

Travel Tips

Useful tips for visiting St Paul's Cathedral

The Whispering Gallery (257 steps) has amazing acoustics - whisper against the wall and hear it on the opposite side. Stone Gallery (376 steps) and Golden Gallery (528 steps) offer stunning outdoor views but require fitness. No lifts. Crypt Café open without ticket.

Nearest Tube: St Paul's (Central line) 2-min walk. City Thameslink station 4 min. Blackfriars and Cannon Street 8 min. Bus routes to St Paul's Churchyard

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