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Worship & Music
St Paul’s Cathedral has been here for over 1,400 years. It has been built and rebuilt five times, and always its main purpose has been as a place of worship and prayer.
Visit Us
St Paul's, with its world-famous dome, is an iconic feature of the London skyline. Step inside and you can enjoy the Cathedral's awe-inspiring interior, and uncover fascinating stories about its history.
Learning & Faith
Education is a core part of the Cathedral's work, delivered through a variety of events by St Paul's Forum, St Paul's Institute and the Schools & Families department.
History & Collections
For more than 1,400 years, a Cathedral dedicated to St Paul has stood at the highest point in the City. The present Cathedral is the masterpiece of Britain's most famous architect Sir Christopher Wren.
Support Us
Behind the scenes, the cost of caring for St Paul's and continuing to deliver our central ministry and work is enormous and the generosity of our supporters is critical.
Venue Bookings
Widely considered to be one of the world’s most beautiful buildings and a powerful symbol of the splendour of London, St Paul’s Cathedral is a breathtaking events venue.
About Your Visit
| Temporary closure of Stone and Golden Galleries | |
| 7:30am | Morning Prayer |
| 8:00am | Eucharist |
| 8:30am | Doors open for sightseeing |
| 12:30pm | Eucharist |
| 4:00pm | Last entry for sightseeing |
| 5:00pm | Choral Evensong |
Accessibility
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Access to the Cathedral The main west front is accessed by 24 steps. A handrail is available to both sides of the steps. The south churchyard entrance is step-free, and is the recommended access for entry for wheelchair users and people who cannot negotiate the steps. The south churchyard entrance leads to a modern lift serving the crypts and Cathedral floor. Usable lift space - 1,400mm length x 1,300mm width. |
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South Churchyard Entrance
Direct lift access to Cathedral floor and crypt. Access to all parts of the Cathedral floor and crypt (flat or ramped). The quire and sacrarium have a small user-operated chairlift. Assistance is available should it be required. Cathedral wheelchairs are available on request. If South Churchyard Entrance door is closed a telephone number is displayed. |
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North Entrance A ramp is available by prior arrangement for groups, or individuals who are unable to use the South Churchyard lift. All enquiries should be made in advance to 0207 248 1929. | |
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Vision Impaired Visitors Listen to a description of the cathedral on VocalEyes |
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British Sign Language |
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Induction Loop The Cathedral is equipped with a hearing loop system that covers the Cathedral floor. This is used at all services for spoken word elements. |
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Parking All enquiries should be made in advance to 0207 246 8350. For information on disabled parking near to the Cathedral, please visit the City of London website. |
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Assistance Dogs Guide dogs, hearing dogs and assistance dogs are welcome in the Cathedral at all times. Water for dogs is available. |
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Services To arrange wheelchair access for services, please telephone 0207 246 8320. |
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Mobility scooters We recognise mobility scooters provide a vital means of transport for some people and carefully driven, smaller scooters are most welcome. You should note that our lift is 1,400mm long which will not accommodate many Class 3 scooters or some larger class 2 scooters. We recommend that you check that your scooter will fit in the lift before you arrive at the Cathedral. If you have any queries please use the telephone numbers at the bottom of this page. |
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Access to the Galleries Please note that the Stone and Golden Galleries will close temporarily from Monday 11 September to Friday 10 November. During this time, visitors will reach the Whispering Gallery via a little-used 'secret' staircase, offering new sights of Wren's great design. |
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Access for visiting the Triforium Please be aware that there are 141 steps to the Triforium level and no lift access available at present. Within the Triforium, the tour route includes up to a further 10 short flights of stairs (each no more than 10 steps). |
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Admissions policy Standard sightseeing charges apply for disabled visitors. A companion's entry is offered free on arrival on a 1:1 basis. |
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| Comments and questions |
| Please contact the Admissions department at admissions@stpaulscathedral.org.uk or 0207 246 8357 |
| On Sunday please telephone the Virgers on 0207 246 8320 |
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