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 ground and Shop only. the Cathedral church opens at 12.30.

 

 

Adult

£16.00

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 (under 17)

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 2024. 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*   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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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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Upcoming Closures

The Cathedral plays an active role in the community and it, or parts of it, are at times closed for general visiting due to services, special events or for conservation work to be carried out. Therefore, please always check our opening times and closures before visiting.

The Cathedral and Precincts are huge so, even when parts of the Cathedral are closed for visiting, there will be plenty for you to explore. 

Closures by month

The following list includes our forthcoming closures. Please contact our Visits Office with any questions about your visit.

Saturday 10 June - Quire and Chapter House

The Quire and Chapter House will be closed all day for a Private Service. The rest of the Cathedral remains open, and entrance tickets can be purchased on arrival at the Visitor Centre.

Thursday 15 June – Crypt

The Crypt will be closed for a funeral until 13:00.

Saturday 17 June - Chapter House

Chapter House will be closed all day for a private event.

Tuesday 20 June - Chapter House

Chapter House will be closed from 12:30.

Wednesday 21 June - Chapter House

Chapter House will be closed all day for a private event.

Thursday 22 June - Quire and Chapter House

The Quire will be closed until 10:30 for a Private Service. The Chapter House will be closed from 14:00. The rest of the Cathedral remains open.

Saturday 24 June - Eastern Crypt   

The Eastern Crypt will be closed from 10:00-16:00 for Trinity Quiet Day.

Monday 26 June - Eastern Crypt and Chapter House        

The Eastern Crypt and Chapter House will be closed all day.

Tuesday 27 June - Eastern Crypt and Chapter House       

The Eastern Crypt and Chapter House will be closed all day.

Thursday 29 June - Chapter House

The Chapter House will be closed from 12:30.

Friday 30 June - Cloisters and Chapter House       

The Cloisters and Chapter House will be closed all day.

Tuesday 4 July - Quire

The Quire will be closed from 14:00 for a Private Service. The rest of the Cathedral remains open, and entrance tickets can be purchased on arrival at the Visitor Centre.

Thursday 6 July - Nave, Martyrdom and Quire

The Nave, Martyrdom and Quire will be closed until 13:00 for a Private Service. The rest of the Cathedral remains open, and entrance tickets can be purchased on arrival at the Visitor Centre.

Monday 17 July - The Nave, Martyrdom and Chapter House

The Nave, Martyrdom and Chapter House will be closed all day due to graduations. The rest of the Cathedral remains open, and entrance tickets can be purchased on arrival at the Visitor Centre.

Tuesday 18 July - The Nave, Martyrdom and Chapter House

The Nave, Martyrdom and Chapter House will be closed all day due to graduations. The rest of the Cathedral remains open, and entrance tickets can be purchased on arrival at the Visitor Centre.

Wednesday 19 July - The Nave, Martyrdom and Chapter House

The Nave, Martyrdom and Chapter House will be closed all day due to graduations. The rest of the Cathedral remains open, and entrance tickets can be purchased on arrival at the Visitor Centre.

Thursday 20 July - The Nave, Martyrdom and Chapter House

The Nave, Martyrdom and Chapter House will be closed all day due to graduations. The rest of the Cathedral remains open.

Friday 21 July - The Nave, Martyrdom and Chapter House

The Nave, Martyrdom and Chapter House will be closed all day due to graduations. The rest of the Cathedral remains open.

Saturday 22 July - Crypt

The Crypt will be closed for Wedding Services until 14:00. The rest of the Cathedral remains open, and entrance tickets can be purchased on arrival at the Visitor Centre.

Thursday 27 July - Organ tuning

No closures but organ tuning taking place throughout the day, so please expect some noise disruption.

Saturday 29 July - Crypt

The Crypt will be closed from 13:00 for a Wedding Service. The rest of the Cathedral remains open, and entrance tickets can be purchased on arrival at the Visitor Centre.

Tuesday 12

09:00 - 17:00 Nave
Nave
The Nave, Martyrdom and Chapter House will be closed all day due to graduations. The rest of the Cathedral remains open.

Wednesday 13

09:00 - 17:00 Nave
Nave
The Nave, Martyrdom and Chapter House will be closed all day due to graduations. The rest of the Cathedral remains open.

Thursday 28

09:00 - 17:00 Organ Loft
Organ Loft
No closures but organ tuning taking place throughout the day so please expect some noise disruption.

Monday 30

09:00 - 17:00 Organ Loft
Organ Loft
No closures but organ tuning taking place throughout the day so please expect some noise disruption.

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