St Paul's Cathedral
About St Paul's Cathedral
Step inside St Paul’s and you can enjoy the cathedral's awe-inspiring interior, and uncover fascinating stories about its history.
Visitors can try out the acoustic quirks of the Whispering Gallery, climb to the Golden Gallery and enjoy breathtaking views across London, or take a moment for reflection and contemplation.
At St Paul’s we begin and end every day with prayer. The world-famous St Paul’s Cathedral Choir usually sing Evensong at 5pm. There is no charge to attend any of the daily services and all are welcome to attend. St Dunstan's Chapel is also set aside for private prayer and is free of charge
Facilities
| Opening Times | Cathedral is open to sightseers from Monday to Saturday between 8.30 - 16.00 (last admission). |
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St Paul's Cathedral Address
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The Chapter House, St Paul's Churchyard, London
London
EC4M 8AD
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| Telephone: | +44 (0)20 7246 8346 |
| Fax: | +44 (0)20 7248 3104 |
| Email: | visits@stpaulscathedral.org.uk |
| Website: | http://www.stpauls.co.uk |
Location Information for St Paul's Cathedral
| Address: |
The Chapter House, St Paul's Churchyard, London
London
EC4M 8AD
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| Telephone: | +44 (0)20 7246 8346 |
| Fax: | +44 (0)20 7248 3104 |
| Email: | visits@stpaulscathedral.org.uk |
| Website: | http://www.stpauls.co.uk |
| Public transport: | St. Paul's, London Underground |
| By Road: | Tube: St Paul's |
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Latest 5 reviews of St Paul's Cathedral
One of the most beautiful.
My wife and I both thought that St Paul's was one of the more beautiful churches that we have ever visited. We went last Sunday. The bad part of going on a Sunday is that most of the "sights" within the church are closed. The good part is that it is possible to experience a service there. The singing was wonderful.
Breathtakingly beautiful!
St. Paul's is one of the most beautiful man-made creations I have ever seen. I have not seen the Vatican, but I would think this cathedral would give it a run for its money. My tour group only allowed 30 minutes to visit this masterpiece. Someday I hope to return and savor it in its entirety. The only thing I took issue with was Sir Christopher Wren's epitaphk "Reader, if you would seek my monument, look about you." To think, all this time, I thought cathedrals were built as monuments to God!
A must see for any London visit
It is masterpiece!!!!!!! On a recent London/France trip with about a dozen church visits... St Paul's takes the cake for the most beautiful church we have seen. (Note: my husband states the Vatican is nearly a tie.) Compared to Westminster Abbeye, St Paul's is hand's down more beautiful.. but it lacks the "history" you find at Westminster. Of our entire trip, this was my highlight. The beauty/majesty of the building somehow kept hundreds of visitors silent (which was the only church I experienced this at.) If you are going to London... make sure you go to St Paul's. Don't rush through it.. but take the time to enjoy the architecture and expansive space. If you are able bodied climb the small (but over 200) stairs to the whispering gallery and the additional (100+) to the stone gallery.
One of the most beautiful churches in the world
St. Paul's is a must-see. From its amazing exterior to the brilliant and stunningly beautiful dome on the inside, you can't miss this sight. Be sure to walk up the 1000+ steps to the top of the dome to enjoy a beautiful view of London.
Stunning architecture and history
A lot of visitors seem to overlook St Paul's, or simply know it as the place where Diana and Charles got married, which is a pity, because in my mind it's as beautiful as Westminster Abbey. It's also a stunning architectural masterpiece by Christopher Wren - the dome looks impressive enough on the outside, but when you get inside and see the extraordinary mosaic designs and paintings it takes your breath away.
St Paul's is also very accessible - you can go right up inside the dome to the Whispering Gallery which is quite a climb but manageable if you are reasonably fit, and gaze down to the congregations below. Seated here you get a close up view of the interior of the dome and its gorgeous monochromatic paintings.
Another 119 steps takes you to the outside viewing balcony near the top, where you can freeze your ears off for the privilege of great views over London. The balustrade is quite high though, so unless you're Dr Manhattan you have to look through it. If you've done the London Eye then the view is probably not worth it.
The no photo policy is in full swing here as it is elsewhere in Great Britain, unfortunately.
Going down to the crypt below was for me as good as the Dome. Just reading the plaques is like a who's who of history - Admiral Nelson and the Duke of Wellington have the best tombs and memorials, but there are dozens of others equally well known - William Blake, Jean de la Fontaine, Antony Van Dyck, Sir Arthur Sullivan, Field Marshal Montgomery, a panel dedicated to the Falklands heroes, and many other famous names. It felt odd walking over someone's burial site though. Some of the graves are so worn you can't read the names. Atmosphere abounds here.
Our docent informed us with a completely straight face that there are only 300 people buried at St Paul's compared with the thousands over at the Abbey, but the ones here were a 'better class of dead' and I didn't dare to argue. He was very helpful and friendly as were the other guides around the church. This level also contains a decent cafe.
Cost is 11 quid per person for entry but it's worth it. Guided tours are additional as are the audio guides.
A terrific experience and the highlight of London for me. Wonderful architecture, stunning decoration, great history. Seeing the tomb of my ancestor, Captain George Westcott, made it all the more special.
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Special event19 Jun 2009 to 9 Jul 2009
The magnificent architecture of London's square mile, its hidden streets, secret courtyards and public spaces provide the location for the City of London Festival. The 2009 Festival continues to celebrate the links between the City and other trading places around the world. This year, it navigates the latitude of 60 North with artists and music from Orkney, Oslo, Stockholm, Helsinki, Tallinn and St Petersburg.
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