• Tickets can be purchased online up to 11.45pm the day before the intended visit.
• Picniq accepts all debit cards, Maestro, Visa and Mastercard as methods of payment. There is no credit card booking fee.
• Children under 6 go free.

Children must be accompanied by an adult when visiting the Dome Galleries

• You will need to print your eTickets and present them upon arrival at St Paul's Cathedral.

Non-flash stills photography for personal (i.e. non-commercial) use is welcomed across the Cathedral Floor, in the Crypt and on the Stone and Golden Galleries.

Bags above the maximum permitted dimensions of 45cm x 30cm x 25cm including handles, wheels and pockets cannot be brought into the Cathedral. There is no cloakroom facility so please do not bring larger items with you. All bags will be searched and there may be additional security measures in place. Please do not bring illegal items, glass bottles or containers, alcohol, opened drinks cans, knives or sharp objects, or any other items which could cause damage to the building fabric or harm to others. Items used in connection with protest and drones are also forbidden.

• Tickets purchased through Picniq are not refundable or changeable. Terms and conditions apply.
• Please check the St Paul's Cathedral's official website for opening hours and service schedules.

Picniq Ltd acts as agent for all tickets / bookings on behalf the of the supplier/principle('the attraction'). Picniq booking terms click here

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Directions

St Paul's Cathedral is located at St Paul's Churchyard, London, EC4M 8AD. The nearest tube stop is St Paul's.

On-street car parking is very limited and the closest public car park is the Baynard House car park on Queen Victoria Street, a 6-minute walk (400m)

The Cathedral is not open for sightseeing on Sundays as services take place throughout the day.

The Cathedral is usually open for sightseeing Monday - Saturday from 8:30AM, including Wednesday (unless otherwise stated)

• Last admission: 16.00
• Dome Galleries access: 9.30–16.15 (including Wednesdays, unless otherwise stated)
• Cathedral closes for sightseeing: 16.30
•  Shop closes: 16.30

Visitors can currently access all three Dome Galleries: • Whispering Gallery • Stone Gallery • Golden Gallery 

Please note that entry to the Golden Gallery is subject to availability. During busy periods, capacity limits may be in place, and access may be restricted or time-limited to help ensure a safe and enjoyable visit for all visitors.

• Wed 14th October - Last entry for sightseeing 12.00. Last access to Dome Galleries 12.15. Cathedral Floor clear of visitors 13.30. 
• Sat 7th November Last entry for sightseeing 14.30. Last access to Dome Galleries 14.45. Cathedral Floor clear of visitors 15.30. 
• Sat 14th November Lord Mayor’s Show Day. Closeout date for sightseeing ticket sales.
•  Thu 26th November Cathedral opens for sightseeing 13.00. 
• Sat 28th November Last entry for sightseeing 14.45. Last access to Dome Galleries 15.00. Cathedral Floor clear of visitors 15.30. 
• Wed 2nd December Cathedral opens for sightseeing 10.15. Last entry for sightseeing 15.15. Last access to Dome. Galleries 15.30. Cathedral Floor, clear of visitors 16:30. 
• Thu 10th December Last entry for sightseeing 15.00. Last access to Dome Galleries 15.15. Cathedral Floor clear of visitors 16.30. 
• Sat 12th December Last entry for sightseeing 14.45. Last access to Dome Galleries 15.00. Cathedral Floor clear of visitors 16.00. 
• Sat 19th December Cathedral opens for sightseeing 13.00. 
• Wed 23rd December Last entry for sightseeing 13.15. Last access to Dome Galleries 13.30. Cathedral Floor clear of visitors 14.15. 
• Thu 24th December Last entry for sightseeing 13.15. Last access to Dome Galleries 13.30. Cathedral Floor clear of visitors 14.15. 
• Fri 25th December Christmas Day. Open for prayer and worship only. No sightseeing. 
• Sat 26th December Cathedral opens for sightseeing 09.00 
• Fri 1st January Cathedral opens for sightseeing 09.00 
• Wed 10th February Ash Wednesday. Open for prayer and worship only. No sightseeing 
• Thu 11th February Last entry for sightseeing 11.00. Last access to Dome Galleries 11.15. Cathedral Floor clear of visitors 12.30. 
• Fri 12th March Cathedral opens for sightseeing 13.00. 
• Wed 17th March Last entry for sightseeing 15.15. Last access to Dome Galleries 15.30. Cathedral Floor clear of visitors 16.30. 
• Thu 25th March Maundy Thursday. Cathedral opens for sightseeing 12.45. 
• Fri 26th March Good Friday. Cathedral open for prayer and worship only. No sightseeing. 
• Sat 27th March Last entry for sightseeing 15.00. Last access to Dome Galleries 15.15. Cathedral Floor clear of visitors 16.30. 
• Wed 28th April Cathedral opens for sightseeing 14.00.