Two powerful beams of light will rise high into the air above St Paul's as they did 70 years ago when the guns of War fell silent in Europe.
To mark the 70th anniversary of Victory in Europe Day, the lights will recreate the famous V shape as on 8 May 1945.
For three nights from Friday 8 - Sunday 10 May the lights will project from the south side of the Cathedral.
The Bell Ringers at St Paul’s will also mark the occasion by ringing a quarter peal of 1270 changes of Stedman Cinques on Saturday 9 May beginning at 11am.
Tickets include:
- Fast Track entry
- Access to all 5 levels of the cathedral (cathedral floor, crypt, Whispering, Stone and Golden Galleries)
- Touch screen multimedia guides
- Option to join onto guided tours and welcome talks upon arrival
- Oculus, 270° film experience
St Paul's Cathedral - Sir Christopher Wren's iconic masterpiece sees it's 300th anniversary with the end of a 15 year £40m clean and repair programme. It is a spiritual centre in the heart of London and visited by millions every year from around the world. Sightseeing tickets are available to book for Mondays to Saturdays. On Sundays, St Pauls is open for worship only.
Standard tickets from 365 include discount and should simply be presented at the pre-paid entrance on arrival at the Cathedral.
For changes to opening times see 'More Information'...
Why not combine your visit to St Paul's Cathedral with other famous attractions and activities in London such as Kensington Palace or a Thames Cruise.
More Information
St Paul’s Cathedral, whose dome dominates London’s skyline, is England’s architectural masterpiece and place of national celebration. The cathedral was designed by the famed architect Sir Christopher Wren, after the Great Fire of London in 1666 destroyed its predecessor. The cathedral took 35 years to build from 1675 – 1710, spanning the lives of five monarchs and was the first cathedral to have been built and completed in its architect’s lifetime.
St Paul’s Cathedral is where people and events of overwhelming national significance have been celebrated, mourned or commemorated. From state funerals for British heroes such as Sir Winston Churchill, to the Royal Wedding of Prince Charles to Lady Diana Spencer, and National Services of Thanksgiving to celebrate the Silver, Golden and Diamond Jubilee’s of Her Majesty the Queen.
IPod touch-screen multimedia guides in 11 languages are included for sightseers offering up to 90 minutes of audio commentary, videos and imagery for a self guided tour. Tours led by cathedral guides are also offered, usually starting at 10.00, 11.00, 13.00 & 14.00 and last for 90 minutes; visitors should register to join a tour once inside the cathedral.
Explore the cathedral floor then visit the Whispering Gallery to test the unique acoustics. Climb further to the Stone and Golden Galleries, which afford breathtaking panoramic views across the city.
Descend to the crypt which houses tombs and memorials to famous Britons such as Admiral Lord Nelson, The Duke of Wellington and Wren himself. Visitors can enjoy the award winning video exhibition located here; ‘Oculus: an eye into St Paul’s’ is a 270° HD film experience that brings the 1400 years of the cathedral’s history to life. The films offer visitors a unique insight into the history of the site and St Paul’s as a vibrant working church.
This Is Not Me, is a month-long exhibition of artwork from the unique perspective of people with an acquired brain injury, organised by the Acquired Brain Injury Forum for London (ABIL).
Running from January 27 to February 26 for all sightseeing visitors to view during their visit, the exciting exhibition in the Cathedral's Minor Canons' Aisle portrays the reality of living with an acquired brain injury and challenges the perceptions of this 'hidden injury'. The 20 works on display have been created by people with a range of acquired brain injuries who are learning to come to terms with changes in their lives, sometimes having to ‘get to know’ themselves and their place in society all over again. Their experience provides a unique lens on the universal themes of alienation, trauma, loss, identity and acceptance.
Dates & Times
St Paul’s Cathedral Closures February 2017 onwards.
Please note that the cathedral is not open for sightseeing on Sundays.
- The cathedral opens for sightseeing at 08.30 Monday to Saturday.
- Last admission to the cathedral is at 16.00.
- Once inside the cathedral, access to the Whispering Stone and Golden Galleries is from 09.30 – 16.15.
- The cathedral closes for sightseeing at 16.30.
- The café, restaurant and shop close at 17.00.
The cathedral opens for sightseeing at 08.30 Monday to Saturday. Last admission to the cathedral is at 16.00. Once inside the cathedral, access to the Whispering, Stone and Golden Galleries is from 09.30 – 16.15. The cathedral closes for sightseeing at 16.30. The café, restaurant and shop close at 17.00.
- June 2nd Stone and Golden Galleries due to reopen but with limited views available from Stone Gallery
- June 24th Last admission for sightseeing 11.30. Last admission to galleries 11.45 Cathedral floor to be clear of visitors 12.45. Café and shop open as normal.
- June 26th Cathedral opens for sightseeing 10.15. Galleries to open at 10.30. July 1st Last admission for sightseeing 11.30. Last admission to galleries 11.45 Cathedral floor to be clear of visitors 13.00. Café and shop open as normal.
- July 5th Last admission for sightseeing 15.00. Last admission to galleries 15.15.
- May – October 2017 closure listing www.stpauls.co.uk/visits/visits/travel-trade-visits Cathedral floor to be clear of visitors 16.00. Café and shop close 16.30. August No closures at present.
- September 11th Stone and Golden Galleries to close for maintenance until mid-November.
- September 21st Cathedral closed all morning; expected to open for sightseeing at 14.00 Café and shop open as normal.
- September 27th Last admission for sightseeing 15.30. Last admission to galleries 15.45 Café and shop close 16.30.
- October 4th Last admission for sightseeing 15.30. Last admission to galleries 15.45 October 5th Last admission for sightseeing 11.30. Last admission to galleries 11.45 Cathedral floor to be clear of visitors 13.00. Café and shop open as normal. October 11th Last admission for sightseeing 12.00. Last admission to galleries 12.15 Cathedral floor to be clear of visitors 13.30. Café and shop close 14.30.
- October 13th Last admission for sightseeing 11.30. Last admission to galleries 11.45 Cathedral floor to be clear of visitors 13.00.
- October 20th Cathedral opens 10.15. Galleries open 10.30.
- October 20th Cathedral opens 10.15. Galleries open 10.30.
- November 4th Last admission for sightseeing 14.30. Last admission to galleries 14.45 Cathedral floor to be clear of visitors 15.30. Café and shop open as normal.
- November 8th Last admission for sightseeing 15.00. Last admission to galleries 15.15
- November 11th Stone and Golden Galleries due to re-open.
- November 11th Lord Mayor’s Show Day. Closeout day for ticket sales. More details to follow.
- November 23rd Cathedral closed all morning; expected to open for sightseeing at 13.00
External galleries closed during essential maintenance
Future Stone and Golden Gallery closures: Monday 11 September to Friday 10 November 2017
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Sheila O
17 February 2017
So much to see and enjoy, history, art, architecture and the three galleries to climb giving wonderful views.
STEPHEN E
16 August 2016
superb service
WANDA M
5 August 2016
Very nice beautiful church. I visited there +30 years ago forgot how beautiful it was. Highly recommend anyone seeing.
Angelino V
27 July 2016
In one word... 'Fantastic'
The cathedral itself is very nice. The tombs also, but the whispering hall and the view from the high tower is just not to subscribe in words.
Also because you're tired of 500 steps and more you just did to go up. :-)
A must seen place when you visit London.
Anthony D
2 June 2016
Brilliant couple of hours. Loads of fun in the Whispering Gallery. Breathtaking - and I mean take an oxygen tank - climb and view from the top balcony. See all the sights from the top - Monument, Old Bailey, Shard, Gherkin, River. Body of the church is awesome and the crypt interesting. Cafe down there is most welcome and reasonably priced. Compared to the overpriced View fron the Shard this is much much better.
Martina H
7 May 2016
Ist was amazing!! Need to be seen!!
Phillip M
29 April 2016
could spend a full day looking at everything
Paul W
8 April 2016
I was a little sceptical before buying through 365Tickets as I wasn't aware of them before and the tickets were £8 less than those available from the official website. However my worries were misplaced... bought 2 adult + 1 child ticket for £36, printed out the voucher at home, turned up at St Paul's in the priority queue and got in with no fuss, same as everyone else. Perfect, thanks! St. Paul's was stunning, one of the few things you have to pay for in London but well worth it.
Chris R
23 March 2016
The visit was a wonderful experience. Great to have headphones with a wealth of information to enhance the tour. Really enjoyed all aspects...the floor of the cathedral, the whispering gallery and very significantly ...the climb to the top of the dome. Really exciting and great views. The history of the crypt was v interesting and the visit was much enjoyed.
Menno P
17 February 2016
Super. Nice to do with kids.
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