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Step into the architectural wonder of St. Paul’s Cathedral in London, a structure laden with rich historical heritage dating back to 1675. Book your St. Paul Cathedral tickets and explore sections like the Whispering Gallery, Stone and Golden Galleries, Nave, and Crypt.

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Interior of St Paul's Cathedral with ornate columns and detailed ceiling artwork.
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Aerial view from St Paul's Cathedral's Golden Gallery, showcasing twin baroque towers and London's skyline.
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Whispering Gallery inside St. Paul's Cathedral, London, showcasing its iconic circular architecture.
Intricate frescoes and architectural details on St. Paul's Cathedral dome, London.
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  • Explore Sir Christopher Wren’s masterpiece, St. Paul's Cathedral, which has been a place of Christian worship for over 1400 years.

  • Enjoy this 2-hour multilingual audio-guided tour of the Cathedral, and marvel at the Baroque architecture and the Byzantine-like mosaic ceilings.

  • Climb 528 steps up to the Golden Gallery to get unforgettable views of London and visit the Stone Gallery with its wide corridors and high stone walls.

  • Combine your St Paul's Cathedral ticket with an optional small-group guided tour of Westminster, or a visit to one more attraction in London.

  • un fact: The Whispering Gallery makes whispers travel even if you're 100 feet away from it, on the other side of the dome.

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  • Explore Sir Christopher Wren’s masterpiece, St. Paul's Cathedral, which has been a place of Christian worship for over 1400 years.

  • Enjoy this 2-hour multilingual audio-guided tour of the Cathedral, and marvel at the Baroque architecture and the Byzantine-like mosaic ceilings.

  • Climb 528 steps up to the Golden Gallery to get unforgettable views of London and visit the Stone Gallery with its wide corridors and high stone walls.

  • Combine your St Paul's Cathedral ticket with an optional small-group guided tour of Westminster, or a visit to one more attraction in London.

  • un fact: The Whispering Gallery makes whispers travel even if you're 100 feet away from it, on the other side of the dome.

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St. Paul's Cathedral dome with London skyline from visitor viewpoint on sunny day.
Spiral staircase in St Paul's Cathedral, offering a mesmerizing perspective of the ornate black and white balustrades, leading the eye upwards in London
Mosaic of Christ with apostles at St Paul Cathedral, featuring intricate gold and religious iconography.
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  • Perfect for history lovers, unlock two of London’s most iconic landmarks with one convenient combo ticket—St. Paul’s Cathedral and the Tower of London.

  • Admire the stunning Baroque design of St. Paul’s Cathedral and experience the acoustics of the Whispering Gallery, where even a whisper travels.

  • Discover the award-winning Oculus film at St. Paul’s and pay respects in the crypt to historic figures like Sir Christopher Wren.

  • Learn about the Tower of London’s Norman origins, marvel at the royal regalia at the Jewel House, and get a chance to see a real Beefeater.

  • Visit the White Tower, the oldest part of the Tower, and Chapel of St Peter ad Vincula, where Anne Boleyn was buried, and learn about the Tower’s prisoner history.

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  • Perfect for history lovers, unlock two of London’s most iconic landmarks with one convenient combo ticket—St. Paul’s Cathedral and the Tower of London.

  • Admire the stunning Baroque design of St. Paul’s Cathedral and experience the acoustics of the Whispering Gallery, where even a whisper travels.

  • Discover the award-winning Oculus film at St. Paul’s and pay respects in the crypt to historic figures like Sir Christopher Wren.

  • Learn about the Tower of London’s Norman origins, marvel at the royal regalia at the Jewel House, and get a chance to see a real Beefeater.

  • Visit the White Tower, the oldest part of the Tower, and Chapel of St Peter ad Vincula, where Anne Boleyn was buried, and learn about the Tower’s prisoner history.

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St. Paul's Cathedral dome with London skyline from visitor viewpoint on sunny day.
Intricate frescoes and architectural details on St. Paul's Cathedral dome, London.
Aerial view from St Paul's Cathedral's Golden Gallery, showcasing twin baroque towers and London's skyline.
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  • Step into Sir Christopher Wren's architectural marvel, St. Paul's Cathedral. Admire artworks such as intricate wood carvings of Grinling Gibbons in the quire.

  • Get your heart pumping as you climb 117 steps to the Stone Gallery and another 166 steps to the Golden Gallery and enjoy stunning views of London.

  • Enjoy a 30-minute ride on London’s Ferris wheel which is the tallest in Europe, and marvel at the beauty of London as you get a bird's eye view.

  • Opt for a ticket upgrade to get fast-track access to the wheel and marvel at the sights of the Houses of Parliament and Big Ben.

  • Fun fact: St. Paul's Cathedral appears in Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban during Harry's flight on Buckbeak the Hippogriff.

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  • Step into Sir Christopher Wren's architectural marvel, St. Paul's Cathedral. Admire artworks such as intricate wood carvings of Grinling Gibbons in the quire.

  • Get your heart pumping as you climb 117 steps to the Stone Gallery and another 166 steps to the Golden Gallery and enjoy stunning views of London.

  • Enjoy a 30-minute ride on London’s Ferris wheel which is the tallest in Europe, and marvel at the beauty of London as you get a bird's eye view.

  • Opt for a ticket upgrade to get fast-track access to the wheel and marvel at the sights of the Houses of Parliament and Big Ben.

  • Fun fact: St. Paul's Cathedral appears in Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban during Harry's flight on Buckbeak the Hippogriff.

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Westminster Abbey interior with ornate arches and choir stalls, London.
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Mosaic of Christ with apostles at St Paul Cathedral, featuring intricate gold and religious iconography.
Intricate frescoes and architectural details on St. Paul's Cathedral dome, London.
Aerial view from St Paul's Cathedral's Golden Gallery, showcasing twin baroque towers and London's skyline.
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  • See Westminster Abbey & St Paul’s Cathedral your way. With audio guides included, take your time learning about coronations, tombs, and royal traditions.

  • Walk through centuries of royal history at Westminster Abbey with an audio guide. See the Coronation Chair, Poets’ Corner, and the final resting places of monarchs.

  • Access all five levels of St Paul’s Cathedral including the Whispering Gallery & Golden Gallery with insights from a multimedia & English-language audio guide.

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  • See Westminster Abbey & St Paul’s Cathedral your way. With audio guides included, take your time learning about coronations, tombs, and royal traditions.

  • Walk through centuries of royal history at Westminster Abbey with an audio guide. See the Coronation Chair, Poets’ Corner, and the final resting places of monarchs.

  • Access all five levels of St Paul’s Cathedral including the Whispering Gallery & Golden Gallery with insights from a multimedia & English-language audio guide.

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  • Get ready for an amazing London adventure with the London Explorer Pass which covers 90+ attractions, tours, and experiences with maximum savings.

  • Unlock up to 50% savings on admission tickets for iconic attractions such as The Tower of London, Up At The O2, and Tower Bridge.

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  • Uncover the best of London on a small-group guided walking tour of Westminster, seeing 20 of its iconic sights, and enjoy visiting St. Paul's Cathedral too!

  • Enjoy the company of your informative local guide who will spill details about landmarks like Big Ben, Westminster Abbey, and Downing Street and engage you.

  • Catch the Changing of the Guard, wander in the peaceful sites of St James Park and Green Park, and admire the majestic Big Ben.

  • Visit St. Paul's Cathedral, climb up to the Whispering Gallery to get magnificent views of the interiors, and spend time praying at the All Soul’s Chapel.

  • Fun fact: The Houses of Parliament is officially known as the Palace of Westminster and it is the largest palace in the country.

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  • Uncover the best of London on a small-group guided walking tour of Westminster, seeing 20 of its iconic sights, and enjoy visiting St. Paul's Cathedral too!

  • Enjoy the company of your informative local guide who will spill details about landmarks like Big Ben, Westminster Abbey, and Downing Street and engage you.

  • Catch the Changing of the Guard, wander in the peaceful sites of St James Park and Green Park, and admire the majestic Big Ben.

  • Visit St. Paul's Cathedral, climb up to the Whispering Gallery to get magnificent views of the interiors, and spend time praying at the All Soul’s Chapel.

  • Fun fact: The Houses of Parliament is officially known as the Palace of Westminster and it is the largest palace in the country.

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Mosaic of Christ with apostles at St Paul Cathedral, featuring intricate gold and religious iconography.
Intricate frescoes and architectural details on St. Paul's Cathedral dome, London.
Aerial view from St Paul's Cathedral's Golden Gallery, showcasing twin baroque towers and London's skyline.
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  • Discover the architectural marvel of St. Paul's Cathedral, a place of worship designed by Sir Christopher Wren.

  • Climb up to the dome of St. Paul's Cathedral, get a bird's eye view of the interiors from the Whispering and Golden Galleries, and enjoy views of London.

  • Fun fact: King Charles III and Lady Diana Spencer got married at St. Paul's Cathedral in 1981.

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  • Dive into an exceptional multi-sensory art experience at Frameless London, exploring four artistic galleries inspired by iconic artists like Van Gogh.

  • Paint with pixels at Colour in Motion, discover beauty in The World Around Us via art forms, and view how art is present in everyday objects.

  • Discover the architectural marvel of St. Paul's Cathedral, a place of worship designed by Sir Christopher Wren.

  • Climb up to the dome of St. Paul's Cathedral, get a bird's eye view of the interiors from the Whispering and Golden Galleries, and enjoy views of London.

  • Fun fact: King Charles III and Lady Diana Spencer got married at St. Paul's Cathedral in 1981.

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  • Enter and explore Sir Christopher Wren’s masterpiece which is home to spectacular art such as the delicate carvings of Grinling Gibbons in the quire.

  • Get your heart pumping as you climb 117 steps to the Stone Gallery and another 166 steps to the Golden Gallery where you'll enjoy stunning views of London.

  • Enjoy a 30-minute ride on London’s Ferris wheel which is the tallest in Europe, and marvel at the beauty of London as you get a bird's eye view.

  • Opt for a ticket upgrade to get fast-track access to the wheel and marvel at the sights of the Houses of Parliament and Big Ben.

  • Fun fact: St. Paul's Cathedral appears in Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban during Harry's flight on Buckbeak the Hippogriff.

More details

  • Enter and explore Sir Christopher Wren’s masterpiece which is home to spectacular art such as the delicate carvings of Grinling Gibbons in the quire.

  • Get your heart pumping as you climb 117 steps to the Stone Gallery and another 166 steps to the Golden Gallery where you'll enjoy stunning views of London.

  • Enjoy a 30-minute ride on London’s Ferris wheel which is the tallest in Europe, and marvel at the beauty of London as you get a bird's eye view.

  • Opt for a ticket upgrade to get fast-track access to the wheel and marvel at the sights of the Houses of Parliament and Big Ben.

  • Fun fact: St. Paul's Cathedral appears in Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban during Harry's flight on Buckbeak the Hippogriff.

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About St Paul Cathedral

With a history spanning centuries, St. Paul’s Cathedral in London is an architectural masterpiece by Sir Christopher Wren. Rising above Ludgate Hill, it is a beacon of resilience and pride for Londoners. The cathedral’s limestone structure, rebuilt after the Great Fire, showcases Renaissance-style design. Visitors can behold its 365-foot-high dome and take in panoramic views from the top as well as explore its interiors to connect with the city's past.

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Address
St. Paul's Churchyard, London EC4M 8AD, UK
Year opened
1710
Founded by
Sir Christopher Wren
Visitors per year
2000000
Expected wait time - Standard
0-30 mins (Peak), 0-30 mins (Off Peak)
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Gitana Reingardtiene
LT

Gitana

5/5
Lithuania
St. Paul’s Cathedral is one of the most breathtaking places I’ve ever visited. Its majestic dome, beautiful architecture, and peaceful atmosphere leave you speechless. The view from the top is absolutely unforgettable — a moment that stays in your heart forever. A truly inspiring and soul-touching experience.
RAYANE NAYANA MORAIS VIEIRA
BR

Rayane

5/5
Brazil
The cathedral is simply wonderful. I had no problems validating the tickets. They ask you to show the printed version. I took the tour with an audio guide, which was very well explained. I took my time and climbed the 528 steps to enjoy the view from the top. It took me about an hour. Very worthwhile. Money very well invested.
anjaly baby panjikaran
GB

Anjaly

5/5
United Kingdom
Economical and easy to enter and access. Excellent app with all the attractions and up-to-date with the attractions, no foul plays.
Donald Meredith Massie
US

Donald

5/5
United States
We were able to see a lot of London in only 2 days because it was so convenient to take the bus and to have admission already paid for many of the sites we visited.
Caroline Wetherell
GB

Caroline

5/5
United Kingdom
Headout is really simple to use, in most cases you just have the QR code scanned as your ticket. It saves you a lot of money and gives you so many options. I would definitely recommend this to anyone going to London. You can check all the attractions included prior so you know it will suit you. Possibly the best way to see London!
PAGANINI LUISA
IT

Paganini

4/5
Italy
Having the pass makes it much easier by avoiding ticket lines, however, there are some aspects that are good to point out: some facilities have rather limited opening hours, you have to take this into account when planning activities because you risk missing something: for example, we were not able to visit Westminster Abbey because a) on Sundays it is open only for worship, b) by postponing the visit to the following Tuesday morning we alas discovered that on October 1, that is when we wanted to go) the abbey opens at 1 p.m. Having to leave in the afternoon we missed it. Or the London Eye opens only late in the morning and, having to make reservations, the performance of the whole day suffers, because one cannot go to a museum, for example, as there is no time to do so either before (they open at 10 a.m.) or after (many close at 5 p.m. and between the time to go and the time to visit one would be squeezed in); moreover, the pass does not give priority of entry, despite the reservation. Finally, I would have preferred the pass to include more art venues than entertainment venues. Then if you are not able to use all the passes, the savings in spending are nullified
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