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Galleries closure, Christmas and New Year

From Saturday 23rd December 2023 to Tuesday 2nd January 2024 inclusive, the Dome Galleries (the Whispering Gallery, Stone Gallery and Golden Gallery) may be partially or fully closed. We will endeavour to keep these spaces open as much as possible, and apologise for any disappointment this may cause.

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Book sightseeing tickets

We have a number of sightseeing tickets available, with discounts for children, students, seniors over 65, and families.
Tickets give you access to the Cathedral Floor and Crypt, the Dome Galleries, our multimedia guides and any temporary exhibitions and installations. In addition, we offer a number of free tours and ticketed tours – including our Triforium tour add-on, which you can book when purchasing your sightseeing ticket. 

Explore our different ticket options below and book your tickets today.

Sightseeing opening times

Our sightseeing opening times are: 

Monday to Saturday
8.30am (10am on Wednesday) to 4.30pm
Last sightseeing entry 4pm.

What can I access with my sightseeing ticket?

As a sightseeing ticketholder, you will have access to the Cathedral Floor (ground floor) and the Crypt. You can also climb the Dome, up to the three Dome Galleries – the internal Whispering Gallery, the Stone Gallery and the Golden Gallery, which provide incredible views over London. Why not explore our map in advance of your visit?

Please note that the Galleries can be accessed by stairs only. There are a total of 257 steps up to the Whispering Gallery, 376 steps up to the Stone Gallery and 528 steps (total) to the Golden Gallery. We recommend that those with pre-existing medical conditions, mobility difficulties or concerns with heights and confined spaces do not try to climb these stairs. 

You will be able to pick up a free multimedia guide and you have the opportunity to join our range of free tours. A video fly-through of the Gallery levels and their views is available on the multimedia guides. You will also have access to any temporary exhibitions and installations, which you can see advertised on our What’s On page.

Ticket types and prices

Find out the cost of sightseeing tickets to the Cathedral, and what discounts are available, including for advance bookings, and for families, children and concessions. Visit our ticket types and prices page for more information.

Booking tickets FAQs for Annual Passes, sightseeing and complimentary tickets

Visit our helpful page full of frequently asked questions around purchasing Annual Passes, our different sightseeing tickets and complimentary tickets to the Cathedral. Find out more.

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Annual passes

Adult: £20.50  Children: £9

  • Come back as many times as you like within a year.
  • Discounts available for children, families, students and seniors.
  • Suitable for booking for yourself or family members living with you.
  • Add-on a tour to the Cathedral Triforium.
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Single-date ticket

Adult: £20.50  Children: £9

  • Pick a specific date and time to visit.
  • Discounts available for children, families, students and seniors.
  • Book for anyone – whether they live with you or not.
  • Add-on a tour to the Cathedral Triforium.
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Group tickets

Adult: £20.50  Children: £9

  • For 10+ visitors.
  • Pick a specific date and time to visit.
  • Free places available for supervising adults or a tour leader.
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Open-dated ticket

Adult: £23  Children: £10

  • Perfect as a gift for someone.
  • Discounts available for children, students and seniors.
  • Gives access to the Cathedral on a flexible date of your choice, within one year of purchase.
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Complimentary tickets

Free

  • Free tickets for disabled visitors.
  • Disabled visitors can also bring a carer or companion free of charge.
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Former Choristers

Free

  • Complimentary entry for former Choristers of St Paul's Cathedral.
  • Bring up to six accompanying family members.
  • Pick a specific date and time to visit.
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Triforium Tour

£12.50

  • One-hour tour of the Cathedral's Triforium
  • Go behind the scenes to see more of the Cathedral
  • Includes the library, the Trophy Room and Great Model
  • See the iconic Geometric Staircase
  • View the length of the nave from above the Great West Doors
  • Valid admission ticket, Annual Pass or other visit entitlement also required
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Become a Friend

If you're a regular visitor, why not become a Friend of St Paul's?

Established in 1952, the Friends began as a group of volunteers risking their lives to save the Cathedral from bombing during WWI. By joining for just £50 a year, you can benefit from free visits, discounts at our shop, priority access to events and the unique Friends digital offering. Visit our page to find out more.

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Planning your visit

Find out everything you need to know to get the most out of your visit to St Paul’s, including opening times, ticket types and prices and what's on offer.

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Ticket types and prices

Find out the cost of sightseeing tickets to the Cathedral, and what discounts are available. 

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Booking tickets FAQ

Booking sightseeing tickets for the Cathedral? Here’s what you need to know.

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Why we charge

Although our services are free, we ask our sightseeing visitors to contribute an entrance fee. 

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Terms and conditions of entry

Understand the terms and conditions of entering our building, whether for sightseeing or events. 

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Ticket terms and conditions

Our terms and conditions apply when pre-booking sightseeing admission tickets, event tickets or concert tickets from St Paul’s Cathedral.

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