Welcome
to Exeter
Cathedral

Step Inside

Discover rare and ancient artefacts, including the world's oldest book of English literature, in our Treasures Exhibition – a brand-new exhibition space showcasing over 1,000 years of Cathedral history.

Exeter Cathedral Welcome Card

If you live within postcodes EX1 – EX4, or study at Exeter College or University of Exeter, you can now enjoy free access into Exeter Cathedral with our new Welcome Card.

3 July - 11 September

Summer Concert Series

Celebrate exceptional organ music in one of the country’s most atmospheric and historic sacred spaces, with our Summer Music Series featuring a line-up of talented musicians.

Be a Chorister for a Day

Bookings are now open for Be a Chorister for a Day – an experience completely free of charge for children aged 7 to 10 who love to sing.

3-6 FEBRUARY 2026

Northern European Cathedrals Conference 2026

Exeter Cathedral is proud to host the Northern European Cathedrals Conference 2026, bringing together cathedral professionals and stakeholders from across the region.

The Friends' Cloister Gallery

The new Friends’ Cloister Gallery is now open to visitors. Built on the same foundations as the original medieval cloisters, the new structure is the most significant building to adjoin the cathedral in around 500 years.

Writing a New Chapter

At Exeter Cathedral, we are writing a new chapter: an ambitious project, designed to make sure that we are here for generations to come. While we’re doing this, you may find restricted access in some areas of the Cathedral.

What’s on

Please note that on Monday 8 September the Friends' Cloister Gallery, Exeter Cathedral Refectory, Shop and Treasures Exhibition will close at the earlier time of 3pm while essential maintenance takes place.

You may find restricted access in some areas of the Cathedral due to conservation and improvement work. Find out more >

Accessibility Information >

	Monday to Friday	Saturday	Sunday
Exeter Cathedral	9am-5pm	9am-5pm	11:30am-3pm
Exeter Cathedral Shop	9am-5pm	9am-5pm	11am-4pm
Chapter House Refectory	9am-5pm	9am-5pm	11am-4pm
Treasures Exhibition	Mon: 11am-4pm (last tour 3:30pm) Tue-Fri: 10am-4pm	10am-4pm (last tour 3:30pm)	Closed

Exeter Cathedral receives no regular funding from the Church of England or from the UK Government to support its work, so we ask our visitors to pay a modest admission fee, which is an important part of our annual income. Your visit helps to meet our responsibility to maintain and support one of Europe’s finest cathedrals for future generations.

Cathedral Entry

Adults: £10
Seniors and Students: £8
Children under 18 (within a family group): FREE
Exeter residents (postcodes EX1-EX4): FREE with Welcome Card
Exeter College and University of Exeter Students: FREE with Welcome Card

Book your tickets online >

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Treasures Exhibition & Cathedral Entry

Adults: £15
Children: £5

Pre-book your Treasures Exhibition tickets online >

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Visiting for worship or prayer?
There is never a charge to worship or pray in Exeter Cathedral, and everyone is welcome.

Carers
Admission for carers who are accompanying sightseers is also free of charge (if you are attending an event then please check with the event organiser).

12-Month Pass

UK taxpayers who choose to Gift Aid their admission receive a 12-month pass at no extra charge, meaning you can come back as often as you like.
By choosing to Gift Aid you allow us to claim back additional money on your entry fee at no extra cost to you!

Welcome Card

If you live within postcodes EX1 – EX4, or study at Exeter College or University of Exeter, you can now enjoy free entry into Exeter Cathedral with our Welcome Card. Simply complete the online form then collect your new Welcome Card from Exeter Cathedral’s Welcome Desk. If you are applying as a local resident, please bring a proof of address. If you are applying as a student, please bring your Student ID card. (Terms and conditions apply) Find out more and apply >

Those living outside the city boundaries who can Gift Aid their admission can pay to visit just once and get an annual pass, or anyone can join the Friends of Exeter Cathedral and gain a host of other benefits, including talks and discounts at the Cathedral café and shop.

Only assistance dogs are permitted inside the Cathedral.