St Paul's Cathedral Admission with Audio Guide
Explore Sir Christopher Wren's Baroque masterpiece with a multilingual audio guide, from the Whispering Gallery to the crypt below.
- Explore a cathedral designed and completed entirely by Sir Christopher Wren
- See the triple-dome structure, including the 225-foot inner dome
- Visit the crypt, the largest in Western Europe, matching the cathedral's exact footprint
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St Paul's Cathedral Admission Tickets
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September 2026
Passengers
£27.35 each
£24.65 each
What's included
- Admission to St Paul's Cathedral
- Multimedia guide, including for children aged 6 to 17
- Headphones provided on site
- Access to the crypt
- Access to the Dome Galleries, subject to last entry at 4:15pm
About this ticket
Your admission covers the cathedral floor, the crypt and the Dome Galleries, with a multimedia guide handed to you on arrival and headphones provided on site. Sightseeing runs from 8:30am on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday and from 10am on Wednesday, with last entry for sightseeing at 4pm and last entry to the Dome Galleries at 4:15pm. Access to the Golden Gallery depends on availability under ongoing capacity management, and time restrictions may apply on the day.
What's not included
- Whispering Gallery access (closed to the public until further notice)
- Guaranteed Golden Gallery entry (subject to availability)
- Cloakroom or bag storage
Practical info
Booked for a specific calendar date. The cathedral is closed to visitors on Sundays; doors open for sightseeing at 8:30am Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday, and at 10am on Wednesday, with last sightseeing entry at 4pm. The Adult rate applies from 18 years, and children must be accompanied and supervised by an adult aged 18 or over when accessing the Dome Galleries.
How to redeem
The supplier sends your ticket in a separate email after booking. No entry time is chosen at checkout, so you will not see a time before paying — the operator emails your exact entry time once the booking is made. Bring that ticket to the cathedral entrance, where your multimedia guide and headphones are issued; you can also use your own headphones with a 3.5mm jack or play the free app on your own device.
Important notes
- Non-refundable once booked
- No entry time is selected at booking; the operator confirms it by email afterwards
- No visits on Sundays
- The Whispering Gallery is closed to the public until further notice
- Golden Gallery entry is subject to availability and possible time restrictions
- Children accessing the Dome Galleries must be accompanied and supervised by an adult aged 18 or over
- No bags or items larger than 45cm x 30cm x 25cm, including handles, wheels and pockets, and there is no cloakroom
- Respectful non-flash photography for personal use only, outside service times; filming, tripods, monopods and selfie sticks are not permitted
Dated admission covering the cathedral floor, crypt and Dome Galleries, with a multimedia guide included.
Choose your date
September 2026
Passengers
£27.35 each
£24.65 each
About this experience
St Paul's Cathedral has stood in the heart of London since 604AD, though the building you'll walk through today is Wren's design, completed after the Great Fire of 1666 destroyed its predecessor. It's the only cathedral in the country designed, built and completed by a single architect, and the result is one of the city's most recognisable landmarks. Your admission ticket includes a multilingual audio guide that walks you through the cathedral's history and architecture at your own pace.
What sets St Paul's apart structurally is its triple-dome design: an inner dome visible from the floor, a brick cone for support, and an outer dome that shapes the skyline. The inner dome alone rises 225 feet with a 102-foot diameter, and the entire structure weighs 64,000 tonnes. For over two centuries, the golden cross at its summit made this the tallest building in London, a title it held until the BT Tower was completed in 1962.
Beyond the architecture, the cathedral carries the weight of national history. State funerals, royal weddings and jubilee services have taken place under its dome, and the crypt below, the largest in Western Europe, mirrors the exact footprint of the cathedral floor above. Over six million glass mosaic pieces decorate the interior, and the Grand Organ, with its 7,256 pipes, has been played by Handel and Mendelssohn.
What to expect
You'll begin at the entrance with your admission ticket and multilingual audio guide in hand, ready to explore the cathedral floor at your own pace. The audio guide leads you through the nave and the main body of the cathedral, pointing out architectural details of Wren's design and sharing the history behind key moments held here, from royal ceremonies to national services of thanksgiving.
From there, you can make your way down to the crypt, taking in a space that runs the full footprint of the cathedral above. The self-guided format means you can spend as long as you like at each stop, whether you're drawn to the mosaic-covered ceilings, the scale of the dome, or the story behind the Grand Organ. Most visits take a couple of hours, depending on how much time you spend at each point of interest.
Things to note
- Wear comfortable shoes, as the visit involves walking across multiple levels of the cathedral
- The cathedral involves stairs if you plan to explore the upper galleries, so allow extra time
- Bring headphones-friendly attire since the audio guide is included with your ticket
- Dress respectfully, as this remains an active place of worship
- Photography rules vary inside, so check signage before taking photos of specific areas
- Arrive with time to spare, as security checks are common at major London landmarks
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Frequently asked questions
This ticket is non-refundable, meaning once booked, you cannot receive a refund if your plans change. This applies to both ticket types: St Paul's Cathedral Admission Tickets and St. Paul's Cathedral Admission Ticket with Multilingual Audio Guide. Therefore, it is important to ensure your travel plans are confirmed before making a purchase. If you need to change your date, you will need to purchase a new ticket. Please review your plans carefully before booking.
