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History

History Set in Stone: Church, Power and Empire

Students discover how monuments at St Paul’s Cathedral can inform understanding of the British Empire and its influence and impact on the wider world.
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Our guided and self-guided tours

Get to know the fascinating figures in our history – and the story of how the Cathedral was built – with our guided and self-guided tours.
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What's on at St Paul's

Explore everything happening at St Paul's — from concerts and exhibitions to services and daily activities. Use our calendar to search and filter events, or simply browse. Please note that some daily tours and talks aren't listed here and can be booked on the day.

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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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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.

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The Henry VII Indentures

These indentures – that detail agreements between King Henry VII and clergy – are made unique by their clever jigsaw-puzzle design.
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Climate change

Take action as a local faith community to care for our common home, through local campaigning, eco awards and more.
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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.