Tower Tours

Enjoy spectacular views as you explore the roof spaces and tower, climbing 332 steps in easy stages by narrow winding spiral staircases to reach the foot of the spire 225 feet above ground level. From here you can see up into the spire through the medieval scaffold, and from the outside you can look over the city and surrounding countryside.

Tower tours cost £8.50 for adults, £6.50 for children/seniors and £25 family (2 adults + 3 children) which includes a donation to the Cathedral. Scheduled tours run at least once a day for 11 months of the year (subject to daily conditions).
From Monday to Saturday, scheduled tours run between 1 -5 times a day all year round (see timetable below). There are two scheduled tours on Sundays between April - September.

Health and safety information

This tour lasts 90 minutes maximum. Children must be at least 4ft (120cm) tall and 7 years old. Each child aged 7-10 must be individually accompanied by a responsible adult. For children 11-17 there must be at least one adult for every 5 children. Some of the stone spiral staircases date back to the 13th century and have no hand rails. Please take care while ascending and descending. There is a maximum of 12 people per tour so we recommend you book in advance by telephoning 01722 555156.

Tower Tour times