Visit St Paul's Cathedral

St Paul's Cathedral
St. Paul's Cathedral St. Paul's Churchyard, London, Greater London, EC4M 8AD, England, UK.

St Paul's Cathedral at night © Davide D'Amico cc

Great West Door © Bernard Gagnon cc

About

St Paul's Cathedral is a Church of England cathedral that was built in the late 17th century on the site of a church that was founded in 604 AD. The Cathedral was designed by Sir Christopher Wren in the English Baroque style.

St Paul's is London's Cathedral and is the seat of the Bishop of London, and consequently the centre for Christian worship and teaching.

Visitors can climb up the dome to the Whispering Gallery and experience its unique acoustics. From the Golden Gallery at the top of the dome you can enjoy panoramic views across London. Touchscreen, multimedia and audio tours are also available.

You can also explore the crypt the burial place of amongst others the architect of the Cathedral, Sir Christopher Wren.

The Restaurant at St Paul's serves a selection of hot and cold meals, snacks and drinks.

There is a shop selling a wide variety of gifts, books and themed items. There is also an online shop available.

There are facilities for the disabled and parts of the site is fully accessible.

St Paul's Cathedral Foundation is a registered charity and donations are gratefully received to fund important work. You may donate when you visit or by clicking the Charity Link below.

Facilities at St Paul's Cathedral

Restaurant

Toilet

Charity link
http://www.stpauls.co.uk/Support-St-Pauls

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