The image of st paul s cathedral standing proud and unscathed during the blitz while london burns around it is a powerful one.
Photographs st paul s catheral crypt floors.
There is step free access via the lift to the cathedral floor and crypt.
If you are feeling adventurous climb to the top of the cathedral dome for panoramic views over london.
Later in 2019 2 permanent ramps and a staircase with handrails will be built on the north side of the cathedral which will then become an additional public entrance to the cathedral.
There is also step free access to the quire by a user operated chairlift on the north side or alternatively 3 steps.
There s much to explore in st paul s cathedral the stunning baroque church designed by sir christopher wren in 1673 alongside the awe inspiring interiors and the striking dome with its three galleries the crypt is home to tombs of some of the nation s greatest heroes including admiral lord nelson and the duke of wellington.
The original cathedral dedicated to st paul was established by st mellitus in ad 604.
St paul s cathedral opening hours.
St pauls cathedral s opening hours for sightseeing are monday to saturday from 8 30am to 4 30pm.
The main anglican cathedral of london has been on this spot at the high point of ludgate hill for over 1 000 years.
St paul s cathedral is a beautiful anglican church which dates back to the 1300 s it has been around for some 718 years.
St paul s is the only cathedral to have been designed built and completed by a single architect.
There are over six million pieces of mosaic in st paul s cathedral.
Paul s cathedral is located on the northern side of the millennium bridge.
Step inside and you can enjoy the cathedral s awe inspiring interior and uncover fascinating stories about its history.
The present st paul s is the fourth to occupy the site on ludgate hill.
It took 35 years to build 1675 1710.
A ticket to st paul s cathedral costs 20 if you walk up to the door however if you purchase online beforehand you can save a few and it will only cost 17.
Paul s cathedral was designed by christopher wren in a baroque style of architecture and is built on ludgate hill which is the highest point in london.
The cathedral building is 574 feet long and 227 feet wide the two bell towers are 212 feet high and the spectacular dome is 365 feet high.
Buy your tickets here.
The iconic st paul s survives photo was taken on 29 december 1940.
Visit us st paul s with its world famous dome is an iconic feature of the london skyline.
The first cathedral dedicated to st paul was built in 604 ad.
