St Paul's Cathedral, London

Name: St Paul's Cathedral
Address: St Paul's Churchyard, London, EC4M 8AD, United Kingdom
Telephone: +44 20 7246 8350

#38 among attractions in London

Church, Baroque architecture, Christopher Wren

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Facts and practical information

St. Paul's Cathedral is an iconic feature of the London skyline and a testament to the city's rich historical tapestry. Consecrated in 1708, this architectural masterpiece is the work of Sir Christopher Wren, who was commissioned to rebuild the church after the Great Fire of London in 1666. The cathedral stands as a beacon of the English Baroque style, with its magnificent dome dominating the surrounding cityscape.

The dome of St. Paul's, one of the largest in the world, rises to a height of 111 meters and is an awe-inspiring sight. Visitors can climb to the Whispering Gallery, which runs around the interior of the dome and is famous for its unique acoustics. Further up, the Stone and Golden Galleries offer panoramic views of London that are unparalleled in their breadth and beauty.

St. Paul's Cathedral is not just an architectural wonder; it has also been the site of many significant events in British history. It has hosted royal weddings, including that of Prince Charles and Lady Diana Spencer, and has been a place of mourning for figures such as Sir Winston Churchill and Lord Nelson. The cathedral also serves as a working church with daily services and is the seat of the Bishop of London.

The cathedral's interior is as impressive as its exterior, with its vast nave, intricate mosaics, and the high altar. The crypt houses tombs and memorials of some of the nation's greatest heroes, including Admiral Lord Nelson and the Duke of Wellington.

Alternative names: Completed: 1710 (314 years ago)Architectural style: BaroqueCoordinates: 51°30'49"N, 0°5'54"W

Address

St Paul's ChurchyardCity of London (Castle Baynard)London EC4M 8AD United Kingdom

Contact

+44 20 7246 8350

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Day trips

St Paul's Cathedral – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: One New Change, Memorial to Heroic Self-Sacrifice, St Mary-le-Bow, Paternoster Square.

~520 ftE
Shopping, Shopping centre, View point
One New Change, London
3 min walk • One New Change is a modernist gem nestled in the historic heart of London, England. This sleek shopping centre, opened in 2010, offers a distinctive blend of high-end retail shops, eclectic dining options, and a unique vantage point for some of the city's most iconic...
~1190 ftN
Memorial
Memorial to Heroic Self-Sacrifice, London
6 min walk • Nestled within the heart of London’s bustling metropolis lies a poignant tribute to extraordinary valor, the Memorial to Heroic Self-Sacrifice. This understated yet powerful landmark is located in Postman's Park, a tranquil oasis amidst the city's dynamic energy.
~1080 ftE
Christopher Wren, Church, Baroque architecture
St Mary-le-Bow, London
6 min walk • St Mary-le-Bow is a church of Saxon origins, with a Norman crypt, that was rebuilt after the Great Fire of 1666 by Sir Christopher Wren in the City of London on the main east–west thoroughfare, Cheapside.
~470 ftNW
Square
Paternoster Square, London
3 min walk • Paternoster Square is an urban development, owned by the Mitsubishi Estate Co. next to St Paul's Cathedral in the City of London. The area, which takes its name from Paternoster Row, once centre of the London publishing trade, was devastated by aerial bombardment in The Blitz during the Second World War.
~300 ftS
Memorial
National Firefighters Memorial, London
2 min walk • The National Firefighters Memorial is a memorial composed of three bronze statues depicting firefighters in action at the height of the Blitz.
~370 ftW
Monuments and statues
Statue of Queen Anne, London
2 min walk • A statue of Queen Anne is installed in the forecourt outside the west front of St Paul's Cathedral, in London, United Kingdom. It became a Grade II listed building in 1972.
~1320 ftSW
Nightlife, Restaurant, Art Nouveau architecture
The Blackfriar, London
7 min walk • The Blackfriar is a Grade II* listed public house on Queen Victoria Street in Blackfriars, London. It was built in about 1875 on the site of a former medieval Dominican friary, and then remodelled in about 1905 by the architect Herbert Fuller-Clark. Much of the internal decoration was done by the sculptors Frederick T.
~420 ftE
Church
Paul's walk, London
3 min walk • Paul's walk in Elizabethan and early Stuart London was the name given to the central nave of Old St Paul's Cathedral, where people walked up and down in search of the latest news. At the time, St. Paul's was the centre of the London grapevine.
~1430 ftNW
Church
St Sepulchre-without-Newgate, London
7 min walk • Holy Sepulchre London formerly and in some official uses Saint Sepulchre-without-Newgate is the largest Anglican parish church in the City of London.
~1040 ftNW
Edwardian architecture
Old Bailey, London
6 min walk • The Central Criminal Court of England and Wales, commonly referred to as the Old Bailey after the street on which it stands, is a criminal court building in central London, one of several that houses the Crown Court of England and Wales.
~1460 ftNE
Vernacular architecture, Georgian architecture, City hall
Guildhall, London
8 min walk • Guildhall is a municipal building in the Moorgate area of the City of London, England. It is off Gresham and Basinghall streets, in the wards of Bassishaw and Cheap.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is St Paul's Cathedral open?

St Paul's Cathedral is open:

Monday 8:30 am - 4 pm
Tuesday 8:30 am - 4 pm
Wednesday 8:30 am - 4 pm
Thursday 8:30 am - 4 pm
Friday 8:30 am - 4 pm
Saturday 8:30 am - 4 pm
Sunday closed

Which popular attractions are close to St Paul's Cathedral?

Nearby attractions include Minor Canons of St Paul's, London (1 min walk), Statue of John Wesley, London (2 min walk), National Firefighters Memorial, London (2 min walk), Statue of Queen Anne, London (2 min walk).

How to get to St Paul's Cathedral by public transport?

The nearest stations to St Paul's Cathedral:

Bus

St Paul's Cathedral • Lines: 26, N26 (2 min walk)
St Paul's Station • Lines: 25, 521, 56, 8, N242, N25, N8 (3 min walk)

Metro

St. Paul's • Lines: Central (4 min walk)
Mansion House • Lines: Circle, District (5 min walk)

Ferry

Blackfriars Pier • Lines: Rb6 (7 min walk)
Bankside Pier • Lines: Green Tour, Rb1, Rb1X, Rb2 (9 min walk)

Train

City Thameslink (7 min walk)
London Blackfriars (8 min walk)

Light rail

Bank Platform 10 • Lines: B-L, B-Wa (12 min walk)
Tower Gateway Platform 1 • Lines: Tg-B (27 min walk)