Landmarks

St Paul’s Cathedral Admission Tickets

Open today

8:30am - 4:30pm

Explore at your pace

Choose your entry time, stay as long as you like

Audio guide

Enhance your experience with multilingual audio guide

4.4/5(4,206)

Vasili E

Couple

Verified booking

6 days ago

An absolute must-see when in London. The sheer scale of Sir Christopher Wren's architecture hits you the moment you walk onto the main floor. The nave is breathtaking, but the real highlight for me was the climb up the dome. Be prepared for a workout—it’s over 500 steps up to the Golden Gallery—but the panoramic views of the London skyline from the top are completely worth the effort. The Crypt is also fascinating and beautifully maintained. Highly recommend booking tickets in advance to save time. A truly spectacular piece of history.

Susan R

Couple

Verified booking

2 weeks ago

I chose this for the show up at your will. There was no way I way buying tickets ahead and trying to beat a clock to get in. Took a nice walk, and it ended up giving us the opportunity to have the last guide tour of the Catherdral!! Oh ps, being last tour through we got to sit in the seats the Royals did For King Charles' and Princess Diana's wedding. May she find eternal peace🙏🏻

Explore Sir Christopher Wren’s masterpiece, St. Paul's Cathedral, which has been a place of Christian worship for over 1400 years.

Enjoy this 2-hour multilingual audio-guided tour of the Cathedral, and marvel at the Baroque architecture and the Byzantine-like mosaic ceilings.

Climb 528 steps up to the Golden Gallery to get unforgettable views of London and visit the Stone Gallery with its wide corridors and high stone walls.

Combine your St Paul's Cathedral ticket with a digital guidebook for additional insights or get a London audio guide for a self-guided exploration of the city.

Entry to St. Paul’s Cathedral

Free multimedia guide in English, French, German, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese, Mandarin, Japanese, and Korean

Explore at your leisure

Free guided tours available once inside, subject to availability

Additional paid upgrades:

Digital guidebook

London city audio guide

These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.

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What our guests say
Susan R
Couple
Verified booking
2 weeks ago
I chose this for the show up at your will. There was no way I way buying tickets ahead and trying to beat a clock to get in. Took a nice walk, and it ended up giving us the opportunity to have the last guide tour of the Catherdral!! Oh ps, being last tour through we got to sit in the seats the Royals did For King Charles' and Princess Diana's wedding. May she find eternal peace🙏🏻
Mario M
Couple
Verified booking
2 weeks ago
I loved the visit—everything went smoothly, and the place is spectacular. I just didn't understand why I had to show printed tickets when I had them on the app. I highly recommend this visit!
Vasili E
Couple
Verified booking
6 days ago
An absolute must-see when in London. The sheer scale of Sir Christopher Wren's architecture hits you the moment you walk onto the main floor. The nave is breathtaking, but the real highlight for me was the climb up the dome. Be prepared for a workout—it’s over 500 steps up to the Golden Gallery—but the panoramic views of the London skyline from the top are completely worth the effort. The Crypt is also fascinating and beautifully maintained. Highly recommend booking tickets in advance to save time. A truly spectacular piece of history.
Daniela R
Family
Verified booking
3 days ago
We arrived just in time for the service and were treated to an unforgettable experience. The cathedral is an incredible place where you can easily spend several hours. The view from the tower is wonderful.
Andrea W
Couple
Verified booking
Yesterday
It's a wonderful place to take it all in at your own pace and enjoy the view while sitting down. You should definitely climb up to the galleries. The higher you go, the better the view. It's worth checking out every gallery.

An exploration of Britain's past

St. Paul's Cathedral is the mother church of the Diocese of London. The monument has survived the Great Fire of London and the Blitz during World War 2. Having undergone many repairs and reconstructions, it still stands tall. Its ethereal interiors, beautiful architecture, and significance in British history ensure that it's a huge part of every Londoner's heart, making it a must-see for everyone who visits.

The awe-inspiring architecture

Designed by Sir Christopher Wren, St. Paul's Cathedral features impressive Baroque-style architecture with majestic ceilings. Its world-famous dome, the 2nd largest dome in the world, is an iconic feature of the London skyline. Enjoy the Cathedral's awe-inspiring interior, and uncover fascinating stories about its history. Then visit the famous Whispering Gallery with its unique acoustics. Continue to the Stone Gallery, then the Golden Gallery atop the dome for a photo opportunity of the breathtaking panoramic views across London. Visit the crypt which is the resting place for famous Britons such as Lord Admiral Nelson, the Duke of Wellington, and Sir Christopher Wren. Once you're done exploring the cathedral, you can choose to upgrade your tickets for a digital guidebook or explore London with insights from a London city audio guide.

What to bring

Bring along a comfortable pair of shoes.

Don’t forget your trusty earphones for an immersive audio guide experience.

What's not allowed

Keep in mind, large bags, food & beverages, sharp metallic tools, or objects are not allowed on this experience. Pack wisely!

Due to venue restrictions, pets cannot tag along.

Strict dress code: modest, respectful attire.

Accessibility

St. Paul's Cathedral is wheelchair and pram/stroller accessible.

Additional Information

On Sundays, the cathedral is closed for visits.

Children must be accompanied and supervised by an adult aged 18 or over when accessing the Dome Galleries.

The Whispering Gallery and St Dunstan's Chapel are no photography areas.

Bags may be searched on entry.

You can explore the site at your own pace. People spend an average of 2 hours here

St. Paul's Cathedral is an active working cathedral; therefore, usual operating hours are subject to change. Check the latest schedule on the venue website before visiting.

Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.

Bring a printed copy of your tickets with a valid photo ID at the redemption point.

Ticket redemption point

Show your ticket at St. Paul's Cathedral.

Address: St. Paul's Churchyard, London EC4M 8AD, United Kingdom.

Get directions to the redemption point