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St Paul's Cathedral
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London
Has a stamp of approval from Time Out London and New York Habitat
"Make the climb up 500 plus steps for a wonderful view of the area."(18 Tips)
"have afternoon tea in the crypt - excellent scones"(11 Tips)
"stunning panoramic view of London and the Thames."(7 Tips)
"You must visit the golden gallery"(6 Tips)
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- J LSeptember 29, 2014Forget the London Eye. Make the climb up 500 plus steps for a wonderful view of the area. Exercise plus history = FTW. Unfortunately no photography in this amazing Cathedral.
Upvoted Mar 27 
John AOctober 17, 2014It's worth the 16 pounds to climb to the top. But the first sign.. 257 steps.. Is not to the top.. Just to the first level. Be prepared for a hike to make it all the way up.
Upvoted 2 weeks ago
FilmsquareAugust 13, 2013As in the previous film, the spiral stairs in the South-West tower are used in Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire (2005) as the pupils leave Prof. Moody's class.
- Lee HartJuly 16, 2018A beautiful cathedral only second in size to St. Peter's Basilica in Vatican City. A walk to the top of the dome is not for someone with a fear of heights but amazing once you are up there.
Nicole MillsNovember 5, 2023Seat of the Anglican Bishop of London. Definitely worth a tour. Resting place of many famous historical figures. Take the 259 steps to the Whispering Gallery or the 528 to the top for the views.
Matt ShortSeptember 7, 2018Well worth a visit and the view from the top is amazing. You may find it hard to see where you get up to the dome but its on the right just after you come in the front doors.
Chris FFebruary 24The cathedral is one of the most famous and recognisable sights of London. Grab a coffee and sit and enjoy the view. Breath taking.Upvoted Mar 29
Richard BarkerJuly 1, 2018Walking to the top of dome is possible. Steep stairs. It gets very narrow and cramped. The view at the top is amazing.
Philip CaspariApril 17, 2017Sits on Ludgate Hill at highest point of the city of London. Dedication to Paul the apostle dating back to original church on this site, founded AD 604. At 365 feet, dome among highest in the world- FilmsquareAugust 10, 2013The spiral staircase in the South-West tower featured in Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban (2004) as the stairs in Hogwart's where Harry finds a crystal ball and returns it to Prof. Trelawney.
Lila PNovember 23, 2013From the Guardian: Geometrical staircase and Library. It swirls in two great revolutions up to the Cathedral Library, which is a veritable time capsule, untouched since its completion 300 years ago.
Jhony MarqueteNovember 23, 2012If you don't have time to walk up the stairs to the dome, make sure at least that you walk around the church. The backyard has far more less fought over benches and great angles to take pictures.
Carl GriffinDecember 28, 2015The world's second largest cathedral. Designed by Sir Christopher Wren after the great fire of London. The crypt contains the tombs of Nelson, Wellington and Kitchener.
Rachel MercerAugust 20, 2014If you come on a Sunday, you can get into the entryway for free just for the view, though you can't disturb the service. Crypts/Dome are not open though, so if that's a must come back a different day!
Ines GonzálezMarch 14, 2015The best cathedral, so beatufil and if you want to go up have nice views. They give you an audioguide free with the entry if you want.
Alia AlsharifMarch 20, 2015It was good no pictures inside if you so tired read the booklet don't go to tops if you can't climb stairs if you want to see the view of London then go ahead good luck with legs pain
Robert AccetturaJanuary 2, 2015It's a lot of steps but a fantastic view. Highly recommend the climb. But don't forget to visit the crypt downstairs too!- FilmsquareAugust 25, 2013The stairs in the South-West tower appear in Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince (2009) as Harry casually observes Draco Malfoy climb the stairs on his way to the Room of Requirement.
- Serkan GörürJanuary 28, 2015Instead of taking the London Eye, go to St Paul's, see the magnificent cathedral, climb the tower and enjoy a great view of London from above.
Corey DutsonAugust 3, 2010The view from the top is amazing, well worth the climb. I also suggest donating your entry fee (costs the same). You get free access to the church for a year. If you're planning on going more than onc
Daniela S.October 9, 2012Beautiful church! The ticket incudes an autoguide that provides interesting explanations about the church and its history. Besides you have a beautiful view of All London from the galleries.
S AApril 7, 2018Get your most comfortable shoes and do some stretching, because there are a LOT of steps up to the top.
World Monuments FundFebruary 21, 2012To alleviate crowding inside St. Paul's, World Monuments Fund helped open up areas not previously accessible to the public. Take the time to visit the crypt and triforium to learn more about the site. Read more- HeyTripsterDecember 9, 2021Located on the highest point of London for over 1400 years, the cathedral is among the important historical landmarks of London. Read more
M WJanuary 15, 2015St Paul's looks immense from every angle even on a rainy day. One of the best sights in London.
Katherine BorgesFebruary 27, 2013Americans should be sure to visit the WWII American Military Chapel (8th Army Air Corp) at the opposite end of the church from the entrance. Don't miss the bust of George Washington in the crypt too!- FilmsquareFebruary 1, 2014In the first act of Sherlock Holmes (2009), the titular character crosses the steps of St Paul's and then incapacitates the first henchman in the spiral stairwell of the cathedral's North tower.
Christian DickersonNovember 6, 2014An incredible accomplishment in architecture. Beautiful stonework, masonry, statues, carvings and the interior...INCREDIBLE. And the acoustics are amazing.
Emma BurgessJanuary 13, 2014If you're going to pay 18 pounds to go inside a cathedral, let it be at St. Paul's. Breathtaking architecture combined with an amazing view of london if you climb the steps.
KarenJanuary 6, 2018Just an absolutely gorgeous cathedral designed by Sir Christopher Wren. Stunning to just see it from the outside. The statue of Queen Victoria in front is beautiful.
Eugene KimJuly 16, 2017If you're in the area on a weekday afternoon, grab takeout nearby and eat lunch on the steps with all the local officeworkers!
Paul CunninghamAugust 9, 2014Great panoramic views from top of dome - though a lot of stairs to climb. Skip the eye and go here. Beautiful architecture.
Martin TiedemannMay 29, 20124 November: The evensong service is held at St Paul's Cathedral every day, allowing visitors of all faiths access to inside London's famous Cathedral, to see it as it was meant to be seen.
Joanne MoussaOctober 10, 2014Do not miss going up the 500 sth stairs all the way to the top for an splendid panoramic view of the city
Arix BiDecember 2, 2016Really iconic and beautiful Cathedral. Check the website to see where you can enter for free!
Dilek UnarSeptember 4, 2014Amazing cathedral in a very good location. Definitely visit and take some pictures of this huge cathedral.
Никита ШвинагирьDecember 27, 2014Great building as outside son inside. Try to achieve Saturday or Sunday evening church service approx at 5 pm.
Giacomo MasonJanuary 11, 2018Great attraction. The audio guide is a bit basic, but if you get a human guide it will be very instructive
Andy BryantJuly 2, 2018The cafe in the crypt has beer, chairs, and a few sockets in the stone pillars (under the steel covers l
Morgans Hotel GroupApril 2, 2012Sir Chirstopher Wren - as architect of 54 LDN churches, The Royal Observatory, all sorts at Oxford and Cambridge and Hampton Court and Kensington Palace- was one of Britains greatest architects.
Beautiful and stuning cathedral! My fav place in London so far! The restaurant is also very nice!
Morgans Hotel Group ManagerMarch 29, 2012Sir Chirstopher Wren - as architect of 54 LDN churches, The Royal Observatory, all sorts at Oxford and Cambridge and Hampton Court and Kensington Palace- was one of Britains greatest architects. Read more- Martin TiedemannJune 12, 20124 January: Climb to the top of the Cathedral. The breathtaking view from the top of St Paul's classical dome is one of London's finest and is the crowning glory of Wren's work.
Gaby SantosAugust 8, 2014I have no words to describe this amazing place. I fell so in love that I skype my mom in Brazil to show her the church outside.
London Symphony OrchestraSeptember 16, 2011Still a jaw-dropping sight, even after you've seen it nearly every day! Inside it's every bit an opulent cathedral. Do go up to the Whispering Gallery!
Otel.comApril 2, 2013In 1913, suffragettes planted a bomb under the Bishop’s throne in the choir, to take attention to their cause. It was defused before it exploded.
Pamela TFebruary 21, 2011530 steps to the top but your reward will be the most breathtaking views of London from every angle! Don't miss the crypt--the famous/infamous are all there.
London24May 14, 2012From the observation platform on top the dome of the cathedral, you can see the modern skyline of London. In the Whispering Gallery you can hear a whisper on the other side of the dome, 112 feet away.
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