St Paul's Cathedral, London
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Description
St Paul's Cathedral was designed in the English Baroque style by Sir Christopher Wren in the late 17th century as part of the major rebuilding programme after the Great Fire of London (1666). It is worth noting that there was a church there, at the top of Ludgate Hill in the City of London, since the 7th century. St Paul's was the tallest building in the city for over 300 years and is famous for its Dome, culminating at 111m. It survived the Blitz of London almost unscathed.
Access & Transport
The Cathedral is one of the city's most prominent landmarks and can be seen from a distance with its recognizable dome. It is centrally located with two underground stations a short walk away: St Paul's (Central line) and Mansion House (Circle and District lines). There is a lift and ramp access for wheelchair users
Instructions & Recommendations
Tickets booked for Monday to Friday visits include access to the Cathedral floor and Crypt, and tickets booked for Saturday visits and during school holidays additionally include access to the Stone Gallery and the Golden Gallery in the Dome We recommend booking tickets in advance and combining your visit with a walk in the City of London (very quiet on weekends with a lot of closed shops) and then across the Millenium Bridge to the Tate Museum or north towards the Museum of London and the Smithfield Market.
Environmental & Social
The running environmental footprint is low and the attraction provides some employment for guides as well as help maintain the city's architectural heritage
Conclusion
St Paul's is visually striking, both from outside and from within. The dome in particular is quite spectacular. However, considering the entrance price, we would recommend it mostly to those with a keen interest in architecture, religious buildings or monuments with a deep historical background.
Key positive
One of the most impressive churches / cathedrals in the UK
Excellent location
Key negative
Expensive entrance ticket
Not as much art concentration as in some Italian, Spanish or French churches
Suitability
No religious denomination restrictions. There is a wheelchair access to the Cathedral floor and the Crypt but not the dome (so better avoid Saturdays) and some induction loops for visitors with hearing aids.
About this Rating
TYPE
Onsite
RESEARCHED IN
May 2024
PROVIDER
Koreval
av. transport time:0h 19m
est. visit time:1h 15m
Monday08:30 - 16:30
Tuesday08:30 - 16:30
Wednesday10:00 - 16:30
Thursday08:30 - 16:30
Friday08:30 - 16:30
Saturday08:30 - 16:30
Sunday -
Max total number:5
Max number of adults:2
Min.child age:6
Max.child age:17
Price for family£60