St Paul's Cathedral
religious_site · London · United Kingdom
- Address
- St Paul's Churchyard, London EC4M 8AD
- Links
- Google Maps
About
Christopher Wren's domed cathedral on Ludgate Hill. Visitors can climb the dome for views over the City.
History
Wren designed it after the Great Fire of 1666, and it was built between 1675 and 1710.
Good to know
- Book a timed ticket online.
- Climbing the dome means a long staircase; allow time.
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