St Paul’s Cathedral, Breathtaking Dome and Historic Splendor

St Paul's Churchyard, London, EC4M 8AD

The church is considered famous among churches in the world

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Introduction

St. Paul's Cathedral in London is the main cathedral of the Church of England and the mother church of the Diocese of London. The history of its construction dates back to 604 AD, and the current cathedral was designed by the famous architect Christopher Wren in the late 17th century, taking 45 years to complete. It is the second largest cathedral in the UK after Liverpool Cathedral, and its dome is the second largest in the world, making it one of the representative examples of Baroque architecture. The cathedral has hosted many grand ceremonies, such as the funerals of Lord Nelson, the Duke of Wellington, Sir Winston Churchill, and Margaret Thatcher, as well as the coronation of Queen Victoria and the wedding of Prince Charles and Princess Diana. Visitors can climb 271 steps to enjoy panoramic views, or enjoy traditional English afternoon tea at the cathedral's café. In short, St. Paul's Cathedral is one of London's must-see landmarks and a representative building on its skyline.

Address

St Paul's Churchyard, London, EC4M 8AD

Opening hours

Monday to Saturday 8:30-16:30 (last entry at 16:00) Exhibition hall opening hours: 9:30-16:15

Transportation

Take the Central Line on the subway and get off at St. Paul's station, and then walk for about 2 minutes to arrive. Take bus No. 4, 11, 15, 23, 25, 26, 100, or 242 to the Cathedral and get off at the front door.

Website http://www.stpauls.co.uk