St Paul’s Cathedral is one of London’s most important Christian and architectural landmarks, standing on a site associated with Christian worship since a cathedral was established here in AD 604. Its history connects the medieval church, the English Reformation, the Great Fire of London, national ceremony, preaching, music, public memory, and the continuing life of the Church of England.
The medieval Old St Paul’s was destroyed in the Great Fire of 1666. For a deeper field guide, read St Paul’s Cathedral: What Christian Travelers Should Notice. Sir Christopher Wren was appointed to rebuild the cathedral, and the present building was completed in 1711 after decades of construction. Today its great dome, Cathedral Floor, Crypt, memorials, and galleries make the building especially useful for exploring the relationship between Christian worship, architecture, national history, and the rebuilding of London.
St Paul’s remains an active cathedral with daily worship as well as sightseeing access. Its location in the City of London also makes it a natural starting point for understanding nearby Christian history, historic streets, publishing, civic institutions, and the religious life of the capital.
Explore our Christian Heritage & Church History resources, discover London Christian Tours, or consult official St Paul’s Cathedral visitor information.
