Sightseeing Entry

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.

By accessing the grounds or buying a Canterbury Cathedral admission ticket, you agree to be bound by our Terms and Conditions of Entry.

It is always free to attend a service of worship or come into one of the Cathedral's chapels to pray.

Find out more about worship at the Cathedral.

Opening Times

Monday to Saturday 10.00 - 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.

Opening times are subject to change. Occasionally, areas of the Cathedral may be closed to visiting, due to services, special events or for conservation work to be carried out.

To avoid disappointment, please check opening times and upcoming closures before visiting.

Cathedral Admission Tickets

Group and school visits must be booked separately (See further below).

Concessions are available, with a valid proof of eligibility (See further below).

All sightseeing entry includes† :

Entry to the Cathedral, Precincts and gardens
Exhibitions
Mini talks
Activity trails
Visitor events

† Subject to availability

Ticket prices as of January 2025

October-March

£18.00

Perfect if you're looking for a quieter visit, but still plenty to discover.

Multi-day ticket. Valid for 365 days from booking; re-visit the Cathedral and Precincts as often as you like during that time at no extra cost.

April-September (Excl. weekends in July & August)

£19.50

Make the most of the good weather, during our busy season.

Multi-day ticket. Valid for 365 days from booking; re-visit the Cathedral and Precincts as often as you like during that time at no extra cost.

Weekends in July & August

£21.00

Get more out of your summer visit, with special events and visitor experiences.

Multi-day ticket. Valid for 365 days from booking; re-visit the Cathedral and Precincts as often as you like during that time at no extra cost.

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Kids go FREE every day!

Children (aged 17 and under) 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.

Concessions

You are required to present a valid proof of eligibility on entry.

Pre-book online

Universal Credit Tickets

FREE

Free entry tickets are available to UK residents in receipt of the following:

Universal Credit
Pension Credit

Universal Credit Ticketholders are required to present proof of eligibility alongside their booking. See full T&Cs

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When booking, please consider if you are able to make a donation to Canterbury Cathedral (£3 suggested donation).

Multi-day ticket. Valid for 365 days from booking; re-visit the Cathedral and Precincts as often as you like during that time at no extra cost.

Application Registration Card (ARC) holders

FREE

Enjoy FREE entry with a valid Application Registration Card (ARC)

Local University 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.

Cathedral Passholders

FREE

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

Friends Cardholders

FREE

Friends of Canterbury Cathedral enjoy free entry, as well as many other membership benefits!

The Friends are the Cathedral’s fan club!

They are a community who work together to preserve the Cathedral, and, with the great gen-erosity of their members, contribute financially to many vital projects.

Other membership benefits include:

Full annual programme of Friends' events• New member celebration (which includes a private guided tour)
10% discount at the Cathedral Shop and Cathedral Lodge (some exclusions apply)
Exclusive Friends’ Day each summer
Monthly Friendly Friday e-newsletters
Annual Cathedral magazine - view a sample of The Chronicle
Twice-yearly paper mailings
Membership badge
Exclusive Friends’ Day each summer

Find out more about the Friends

Group visits

Visiting Canterbury Cathedral is a great addition to any itinerary. From introductory talks, to expert guided tours, we have a variety of group options available.

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School visits

Have an inspiring day-out filled with an abundance of historical and educational interests. Days can be planned to reflect the interests of students from primary school through to university.

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Season of Safeguarding
Sunday 16 – Sunday 23 November

We will be marking our first Season of Safeguarding with events and services to lament, listen and learn from the survivors of abuse, and reflect on failures of the Church of England to keep everyone safe.

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Planning your visit? Check our opening times and upcoming closures.

EXCLUSIVE ONSITE PARTNERSHIP CLASS

RSN Day Class: Dove of Peace and Huguenot Chapel Experience

Friday 6 March 2026, 10:00-16:00 in the Community Studio

Embroider a beautiful Dove of Peace and enjoy a rare opportunity to visit The Huguenot Chapel, given to the refugee French Protestant Huguenots by Queen Elizabeth I more than 400 years ago.

The Dove motif was designed by the Royal School of Needlework Embroidery Studio and is evocative of the Huguenot Dove you’ll see on stonework within the Chapel. The design is worked onto a dark blue Irish linen, while the bird is Appliquéd in an ivory silk satin.

On the day, RSN Tutor, Helen Stevens will teach you all of the techniques you need to know to complete the kit including: Appliqué, Bayeux Stitch, Couching (thread and Japanese passing), Fishbone Stitch and Stem Stitch. This class is suitable for all levels.

The event includes an exclusive opportunity to visit the Huguenot Chapel (French Protestant Church of Canterbury); originally the Black Prince's Chantry. Services are still held in French every Sunday afternoon, but it is not normally open to the public otherwise.

This exclusive project is part of The Friends of Canterbury Cathedral's unique association with the Royal School of Needlework, dating back to the 1930s.

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The class cost is £175 per student and includes all materials and necessary equipment to complete the project.

RSN and The Friends of Canterbury Cathedral have a long history of collaboration. In 1935 Dr E W Tristam designed a fabulous Friends of Canterbury Cathedral banner which was embroidered by the Royal School of Needlework; this has recently undergone conservation and will soon be returned for display in the Cathedral.

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