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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 |
Visitor Information
St Paul's Cathedral, St Paul's Churchyard, London, EC4M 8AD
Visitors and worshippers are not permitted to bring any bag, rucksack or suitcase into St Paul's Cathedral which would be larger than airline hand baggage (56cm x 45cm x 25cm, including handles, wheels and pockets). As there is no cloakroom facility please do not bring larger items with you. Please be aware that bags may be searched on entry.
Please note that knives, pepper spray, mace, CS spray or any offensive weapons are illegal in the UK.
Getting here
| Underground - London Underground status | |||
| St Paul's | 2 minute walk | Central Line | |
| Mansion House | 5 minute walk | District and Circle Lines | |
| Blackfriars | 5 minute walk | District and Circle Lines | |
| Bank | 7 minute walk | Central, Northern and Waterloo & City Lines, and DLR | |
| Train - National Rail Enquiries | |||
| City Thameslink | 3 minute walk | ||
| Blackfriars | 5 minute walk | ||
| Cannon Street | 6 minute walk | ||
| Liverpool Street | 15 minute walk | ||
| Bus - Live bus status | |||
| Buses stopping nearby | 4, 8, 11, 15, 17, 23, 25, 26, 56, 76, 100, 172, 242, 521 | ||
| River bus - MBNA Thames Clippers | |||
| Blackfriars Pier | 9 minute walk | ||
| Bankside Pier | 10 minute walk | ||
| Bike - Free bicycle parking spaces | |||
| Free bicycle parking is provided in designated places on streets throughout the City. | |||
| Car - Current road closures, works and events | |||
| There is a public car park on Queen Victoria Street. On-street parking is very restricted. | |||
| Coach - Where to park | |||
| Angel Street | St Martin's Le Grand | Queen Victoria Street | |||
Information for drivers. The Bank on Safety experimental safety scheme runs from 22 May 2017 for approximately 18 months. Bank junction, half a mile to the east of the Cathedral, is closed Monday to Friday 7am to 7pm to all vehicles except for busses and pedal cycles.
Cafe and Restaurant
Searcy's are the caterers at St Paul's.
Wren's Pantry is our cafe. Open Monday - Sunday 9am to 5pm offering barista-made coffee, fresh soup, salads, sandwiches, and homemade cakes & sweet treats
Details will follow on how Searcy's plan to bring fresh new ideas to the restaurant dining space,
Stone and Golden Gallery closures.
Please note that the Stone and Golden Galleries will close temporarily from Monday 11 September to Friday 10 November 2017. 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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