How to Get to St Paul's Cathedral and What to Know Before You Enter

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St Paul's Cathedral is at St Paul's Churchyard, London, EC4M 8AD, and the nearest Underground station is St Paul's Underground Station. Before you go, plan around two practical limits: sightseeing is ticketed (from £27 per adult, £10.50 per child Monday to Saturday), and bags larger than 45cm x 30cm x 25cm — including handles, wheels and pockets — cannot be brought in, with no cloakroom on site.

Getting there

The cathedral's own address and transport guidance:

  • Address: St Paul's Cathedral, St Paul's Churchyard, London, EC4M 8AD
  • Nearest tube: St Paul's Underground Station
  • Other options: the cathedral states it is accessible via a number of public transport routes

If you are arriving by tube, St Paul's station puts you within a short walk of the churchyard. If you are coming from elsewhere in London, check a route planner for bus or rail connections to the same area, since the site only names the tube station specifically.

Entry limits to plan around

Bag size and storage

This is the detail most likely to disrupt a visit:

Rule Detail
Maximum bag size 45cm x 30cm x 25cm, including handles, wheels and pockets
Larger bags Not permitted inside the Cathedral
Cloakroom None available
Alternative The cathedral points visitors to Stasher locations for luggage storage

Because there is no cloakroom, arriving with a large suitcase or backpack means you will need to store it elsewhere before entry. The cathedral directs visitors to Stasher luggage storage locations rather than offering an on-site solution.

Security

The cathedral describes a range of safety measures, including:

  • 24/7 security camera coverage
  • Regular patrols
  • Trained security staff stationed across the site
  • Thorough entry checks
  • A close working relationship with local police

Expect an entry check, so allow a little extra time at the door.

Opening times and tickets

Sightseeing runs Monday to Saturday from 8.30am. Last entry for sightseeing is usually 4pm, with sightseeing ending 30 minutes after last entry. The Dome Galleries open at 9.30am with last entry at 4.15pm.

Times can change, so the cathedral recommends checking its calendar for the specific day you plan to attend.

On cost: worship at St Paul's is free, but sightseeing is ticketed. Monday to Saturday sightseeing is £27 per adult and £10.50 per child, with discounts for families, groups and concessions. Some free tickets are also available. Sightseeing tickets can be booked online or in person.

Accessibility

The cathedral states that disabled visitors can enjoy their visit, with specially designed guides and tours and measures in place to improve physical accessibility. Its Accessibility page carries the specifics — worth checking before you travel if you need step-free routes, assistance or adapted facilities.

A quick pre-visit checklist

  1. Confirm the day's opening and last-entry times on the cathedral calendar.
  2. Book sightseeing tickets online, or plan to buy in person.
  3. Measure your bag against 45cm x 30cm x 25cm — if it is bigger, arrange storage before you arrive.
  4. Note the address (EC4M 8AD) and head for St Paul's Underground Station.
  5. If you need accessibility provisions, read the Accessibility page first.