St Paul's Cathedral
Beautiful Architecture Inside & Out!
Visible from many places along our tour routes, make sure you hop-off and explore this fascinating Cathedral and its awe-inspiring architecture from the inside as well. From the beautiful dome down to the crypt, 300 years of history await you.
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Enter Sir Christopher Wren’s architectural masterpiece and discover the awe-inspiring interior of the Cathedral floor. Experience the acoustic quirks of the Whispering Gallery - a whisper on one side can clearly be heard 100 feet away! Continue up to the Golden Gallery for stunning panoramic views of London.
Appreciate the richness of history, knowing that a cathedral has stood on this spot for 1400 years. The present cathedral building was entirely cleaned and restored for its 300th anniversary in 2011.
Descend down to the crypt which houses the tombs and memorials of some of the nation’s greatest heroes. Admiral Lord Nelson and the Duke of Wellington are both entombed here.
Get the most out of your visit by using the multimedia guides available in 12 languages; joining a guided tour; and watching the 270° film experience; Oculus. All included in the ticket price!
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St Paul’s Cathedral Closures 2019
Please note that the cathedral is not open for sightseeing on Sundays.
The cathedral opens for sightseeing at 08.30 Monday to Saturday. Last admission to the cathedral is at 16.00. Once inside the cathedral, access to the Whispering, Stone and Golden Galleries is from 09.30 – 16.15. The cathedral closes for sightseeing at 16.30. The café, restaurant and shop close at 17.00.
January 22nd Last admission for sightseeing 11.30. Last admission to Galleries 11.15. Cathedral floor to be clear of visitors 12.30
January 25th Last admission for sightseeing 11.00. Last admission to Galleries 11.45. Cathedral floor to be clear of visitors 12.30. Cafe and shop open as normal
January 28th Cathedral opens 10.15. Galleries open 10.30
February No closures at present
March 6th Ash Wednesday - Cathedral open for worship only. No sightseeing
March 15th Last admission for sightseeing 12.30. Last admission to Galleries 12.45. Cathedral floor to be clear of visitors 14.00
March 22nd Cathedral opens 10.15. Galleries open 10.30
March 29th Cathedral closed all morning; expected to open for sightseeing 13.00
April 18th Cathedral closed all morning; expected to open for sightseeing 12.45
April 19th Good Friday - Cathedral open for worship only. No sightseeing
April 20th Last admission for sightseeing 15.00. Last admission to Galleries 15.15
May 10th Cathedral closed all morning; expected to open for sightseeing 13.00
May 11th Last admission for sightseeing 15.00. Last admission to galleries 15.15. Cathedral floor to be clear of visitors 16.00
May 16th Cathedral opens 10.15. Galleries open 10.30
May 17th Cathedral closed all morning; expected to open for sightseeing 13.00
May 21st Last admission for sightseeing 13.00. Last admission to galleries 13.15. Cathedral floor to be clear of visitors 14.30
June 7th Cathedral closed all morning; expected to open for sightseeing 13.00
June 22nd Last admission for sightseeing 11.30. Last admission to galleries 11.45. Cathedral floor to be clear of visitors 12.45
June 24th Last admission for sightseeing 11.30. Last admission to galleries 11.45. Cathedral floor to be clear of visitors 13.00
June 29th Last admission for sightseeing 11.30. Last admission to galleries 11.45. Cathedral floor to be clear of visitors 13.00