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

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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.

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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
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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. 

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Planning your visit? Remember to check our closures.

NEW AND FOR A LIMITED TIME ONLY

‘Climb the Corona’ Tour

Monday-Friday, 15:30-16:30 (19 August - 13 September)

The Corona Chapel was built in the 12th century to house the crown - corona in latin - of St Thomas Becket’s skull, sliced off during his murder, and revered as a saintly relic.

Explore the chapel, usually closed to the public, giving you the opportunity to explore the tombs of Cardinal Reginald Pole and Archbishop Temple, and view the wonderful stained glass windows in more detail, before climbing the 95 steps to the top of the Corona Tower itself and experience amazing views across the city in all directions.

This tour offers a unique opportunity to see the city of Canterbury differently - as well as some hidden stone carvings atop the tower.

£15 per person. Cathedral admission not included.

Bookable on the day only. Book at our Visitor Centre.

Please read full tour information and restrictions below before booking.

You will be required to sign a disclaimer on the day, to confirm you have understood and will abide by these restrictions.

Tour Restrictions

'Climb the Corona' Tour

Tour Restrictions

Please note, you will be required to sign a disclaimer, to confirm you have understood and abide by these restrictions.

There are 95 steps up and down the Corona Tower.

Sensible shoes should be worn with enclosed toes.

Those taking the tour must be aged 16+ and be comfortable climbing 99 steps. Children 16-18 should be accompanied by an adult with the ratio of one adult to two children.

The tour is not suitable for those with a fear of heights or enclosed spaces.

If you have any health conditions which may affect your ability to climb or are in late pregnancy, we recommend that you consult your doctor before booking. These conditions could be but are not limited to: Angina, palpitations or heart conditions such as a narrowed heart valve, high blood pressure / poorly controlled blood pressure, respiratory conditions such as asthma, back, joint or limb pain or injury, arthritis Labyrinthitis and Ménière's disease, Vertigo, major surgery in the last 6 months, a fit or seizure in the last 6 months.

Please bring any essential medication with you (for example, asthma inhalers, diabetic medication etc.).

Both hands must be free to participate in the climb and large bags are not permitted on the tour.

This tour is not suitable for under 16s, and babies cannot be carried on the tour.

Any visitor under the influence of alcohol, drugs, or any other substance which could impair judgement, co-ordination, and cause risk to yourself, and others will not be admitted to the tour. 

In the event of severely inclement weather or high wind we reserve the right to cancel the tour.

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