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Tickets and opening times

We can’t wait to welcome you to Canterbury Cathedral. Tickets can be booked online or are available to buy on the day at our visitor centre. Please check our website prior to your visit as opening times may be subject to change.

Monday to Saturday 09.00 - 17.00 (last admission at 16.00)

Sunday 11.30* - 17.00 (last admission at 16.00)
*Between 11.30-12.30, access is available to the Cathedral grounds and Shop only. The Cathedral church opens at 12.30.

 

 

Adult

£17.00

Our standard visitor ticket is valid for 12 months, meaning you can re-visit the Cathedral as often as you want during that time at no extra cost.

Children (aged 17 and under)

Free

Children go FREE when accompanied by a paying adult. (Max 2 children per paying adult; does not apply to group bookings or school visits). Children must be accompanied at all times.

 

Canterbury Students

Free

Students studying full-time at local universities - Canterbury Christ Church University, University of Kent, University for the Creative Arts - enjoy FREE entry with their student ID.

English Heritage Members

20% discount on visitor entry

  • Not valid with other promotions or offers.
  • Discount applies to tickets bought on the door at our Visitor Centre only. Discount is not available for online booking. Standard price admission tickets cannot be refunded and exchanged for discounted tickets.
  • Valid until 31 March 2025. T&Cs apply.

Cathedral Pass

Locals can enjoy unlimited visits for the equivalent of just 10p per month!

You may be eligible for a Cathedral Pass if you:

  • work in the old city of Canterbury
  • live within 4 miles of Bell Harry tower, including within The Precincts
  • are a member of the Cathedral Congregation
  • are immediate family of a Cathedral staff member
  • are a member of any church in the diocese (on the parish electoral roll or equivalent)

Our Cathedral Pass cannot be used in conjunction with other promotions or offers.

Apply for The Cathedral Pass

Event calendar

Have a look at the range of events Canterbury Cathedral has on offer below.

 

 

What's on

There’s something for everyone – see what exciting events are currently taking place.

See what's on

Service times

Daily Eucharist   08:00
Lunchtime Eucharist   12:30 (Wednesdays and Feast Days only)
Daily Choral Evensong or Said Evening Prayer with Organ Meditation*   17:30
Sunday Choral Eucharist*  11:00
All are welcome and there is no charge to attend a service. *Live streamed online.

Services

Online worship

Every day the Cathedral’s services are broadcast on our YouTube channel. It’s perfect for when you are unable to be here in person. 

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Find us

We can't wait to welcome you to the Cathedral

Monday to Saturday 09.00 - 17.00 (last admission at 16.00)
Sunday 11.30 - 17.00 (last admission at 16.00)

Between 11.30-12.30, access is available to the Cathedral ground and Shop only. the Cathedral church opens at 12.30.

Address

Cathedral House
11 The Precincts
Canterbury
CT1 2EH
United Kingdom

Parking 

Parking in the Cathedral grounds is only available for Blue Badge holders, subject to limited availability and prior arrangement. There are several public car parks nearby. 

Find out more

 

Planning your visit? Remember to check our closures.

Getting here

By train

Southeastern offer a high-speed rail service from London St Pancras to Canterbury West station – the journey is less than an hour! They also run regular train services from London Victoria and London Charing Cross, to both Canterbury East and Canterbury West stations. 

 

Travel can also be booked via Trainline, Europe's biggest train and coach app.

Alternatively, you could arrive in style on the Belmond British Pullman luxury train which offers regular day trips to Canterbury.

By bike

Canterbury is one of the best cycling hubs in Kent and we have limited bike racks on site for those arriving on two wheels. 

By coach or bus

Canterbury is served by Stagecoach East Kent buses from Canterbury bus station, a 5-minute walk from the Cathedral Precincts. National Express run regular coaches from London Victoria Coach Station.

Several tour operators (Golden Tours, Evan Evans, and Anderson Tours) operate services to Canterbury with collection from London hotels.

By car

Canterbury is well connected to both the M20 and M2, with several car parks in the city centre. There’s also a Park and Ride scheme, with buses running regularly from the outskirts of Canterbury. For more information, visit the Canterbury City Council website.

Parking in the Cathedral grounds is only available for Blue Badge holders, subject to limited availability and prior arrangement (please see below).

By air/sea

Canterbury is within easy reach of the Channel ports, and major London airports. Visit Eurotunnel, Eurostar, or DFDS for more information on channel carriers.

Contact us

E: [email protected]
T: +44 (0) 1227 865279

Parking

Parking in the Cathedral grounds is only available for Blue Badge holders, subject to limited availability and prior arrangement. There are several public car parks nearby.

Please enter via the Postern Gate, Burgate until 7pm, and use the Christ Church Gate after 7pm. Make sure to set your SatNav to Burgate, rather than the postcode. 

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Book your tickets

Tickets start from £17.00 or free if you are a local resident and have a Cathedral Pass

A home for the night

The Lodge

Cathedral Lodge offers Canterbury’s best-located accommodation and conference facilities.

Superb, well-equipped bedrooms overlook beautiful gardens with wonderful Cathedral views.

You can also be assured that a tasty breakfast awaits you in the morning.

Cathedral Lodge is the perfect getaway destination for anyone visiting historic Canterbury.

Other highlights

World-class heritage

Take time to explore Canterbury’s world-class heritage - wander along ancient city walls, walk cobbled streets and relax in riverside gardens as you enjoy contemporary bars, restaurants and independent, boutique shops.

St Augustine’s Abbey and St Martin’s Church

Explore all three sites that make up Canterbury’s UNESCO World Heritage Status: St Augustine’s Abbey and St Martin’s Church, in addition to Canterbury Cathedral.

Learn more about the medieval period with a visit to the Eastbridge Pilgrim’s Hospital or the peaceful Franciscan Gardens.

More to do

Other city attractions include the Beaney House Of Art & Knowledge-the city’s art gallery and museum, and a Roman Museum.

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