Travel Reference
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Wren's most famous church is the great St. Paul's, its elaborate interior capped by a
365-foot dome. Since World War II, St. Paul's has been Britain's symbol of resilience.
Despite 57 nights of bombing, the Nazis failed to destroy the cathedral, thanks to St. Paul's
volunteer fire watchmen, who stayed on the dome. Today you can climb the dome for a
great city view. The crypt (included with admission) is a world of historic bones and me-
morials, including Admiral Nelson's tomb and interesting cathedral models.
Cost and Hours:
£
16, includes church entry, dome climb, crypt, tour, and audi-
oguide; Mon-Sat 8:30-16:30, last entry for sightseeing 16:00 (dome opens at 9:30, last
entry at 16:15), closed Sun except for worship; guided tours offered, free Rick Steves au-
tel. 020/7246-8350,
www.stpauls.co.uk
.
Music:
The evensong services are free (Sun 15:15, Tue-Sat 17:00, not on Mon), but
nonpaying visitors are not allowed to linger afterward (see
here
for details).
