James Orford has been appointed as our new Organist, from September 2024.
St Paul's Cathedral
St Paul's Cathedral
A vibrant church, a national treasure and a London icon.
St Paul's Cathedral
A vibrant church, a national treasure and a London icon.
Visitor information
Whether you’re planning a family day out or a trip with your school, you won’t be short of things to see and do at the Cathedral. Don’t forget to visit our What’s On calendar, to see a list of upcoming services, special performances, talks, workshops and more.
What's happening at St Paul's
Planning your visit
Whether you’re planning a family day out or a trip with your school, there are many fascinating things to see and do behind our doors.
Guided tours run every day, led by our expert volunteers, and we have interactive activities happening on the Cathedral floor exploring our history and architecture. Don’t forget to visit our What’s On calendar to see a list of upcoming services, special performances, talks, workshops and more.
Art at the Cathedral
St Paul’s is home to a spectacular array of art – from the delicate carvings of Grinling Gibbons in the quire to Sir James Thornhill's gilded dome murals. Modern works created by many decorated artists, including Yoko Ono and Antony Gormley, enrich the daily pattern of worship in the Cathedral.
Explore the stories behind some of the key pieces in our collection.
Ways to donate
From helping to maintain our beautiful building, to funding the music programme, there are a number of ways to donate to us.
Become a Friend
For a small annual fee, you can join the Friends of St Paul’s, and benefit from free visits, discounts at our shop and priority access to events and services.