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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

Lifelong learning is a core part of the our work, delivered through a variety of events by St Paul's Institute, and the Cathedral's Adult Learning and Schools & Family Learning departments.

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.

Today at the Cathedral View More

CATHEDRAL TIMELINE

Visitor Information

St Paul's Cathedral, St Paul's Churchyard, London, EC4M 8AD

Download a location and entrance plan

Security

Visitors and worshippers cannot bring any item or luggage into the Cathedral above the maximum permitted dimensions of 45cm x 30cm x 25cm including handles, wheels and pockets. As there is no cloakroom facility please do not bring larger items with you. Prams and pushchairs are permitted should they exceed these dimensions. Please be aware that bags may be searched as a condition of entry.

Please note that knives, pepper spray, mace, CS spray or any offensive weapons are illegal in the UK.

Full terms and conditions of entry.

Getting here

Underground - London Underground status
St Paul's	2 minute walk (240m)	Central Line
Mansion House	5 minute walk (580m)	District and Circle Lines
Blackfriars	5 minute walk (540m)	District and Circle Lines
Bank	7 minute walk (750m)	Central, Northern and Waterloo & City Lines, and DLR
Train - National Rail Enquiries
City Thameslink	3 minute walk (310m)
Blackfriars	5 minute walk (540m)
Cannon Street	6 minute walk (750m)
Liverpool Street	15 minute walk (1580m)
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 (730m)
Bankside Pier	10 minute walk (870m)
Bike - Public cycle hire scheme
There are a number of bike docking stations within a 3 minute walk (300m)
Bike - Free bicycle parking spaces
Free bicycle parking is provided in designated places on streets throughout the City and in City owned car parks, with secure undercover cycle parking with CCTV.
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 scheme is now permanent. 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.