Plan Your Visit

One Thousand Years of Wonder

Step inside Exeter Cathedral and discover one thousand years of wonder. Immerse yourself in the awe-inspiring beauty of one of Europe’s most magnificent cathedrals and find endless opportunities to explore its amazing architecture, clandestine corners and hidden histories. Choose one of our entertaining guided tours, wander peacefully at your own pace, or join one of our family-friendly activities. You’ll find a vibrant calendar of world-class events, performances, exhibitions and inclusive services to suit all tastes. If you need to relax and recharge, we serve artisan refreshments too. But, for a truly unique experience, why not join a special tour of our Treasures Exhibition to discover rare and ancient artefacts and explore 1,000 years of Cathedral history.

What’s on

Please note the following changes to Exeter Cathedral's opening times:

Saturday 10 January - Close to sightseers at the earlier time of 4pm ahead of The Storytellers sound and light experience.
Saturday 17 January - Closed to sightseers for the Environment Film Festival.

From Sunday 11 January, essential works will be taking place in the Chapter House and Cloister Gallery. Please note the following changes to the Refectory, Shop and Treasures Exhibition opening during this time:

The Chapter House Refectory:
Closed from Sunday 11 - Tuesday 27 January.
A temporary pop-up café will be available in the Cloister Garden heated marquee, serving a limited menu of drinks and cakes from our Ten Fifty low carbon café van.

Exeter Cathedral Shop, Cloister Gallery and Treasures Exhibition: Closed from Monday 12 - Friday 16 January.

	Monday to Saturday	Sunday
Exeter Cathedral	9am-5pm	11:30am-4pm
Exeter Cathedral Shop	10am-4pm	11:30am-4pm
Refectory	10am-4pm	11:30am-4pm
Treasures Exhibition	10am-4pm Last tour 3:30pm Closed on Wednesdays	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 Admission

Entry by voluntary donation until 31 January 2026.

Cathedral admission also includes a Guided Floor Tour*, Audio Guides and access to the Treasures Exhibition.

*subject to availability

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.

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