Come Visit
We're looking forward to welcoming you to Great St Mary's, the University Church, Cambridge. Whether you are coming to the church to pray, to photograph our historic building, or to climb our world-famous tower and buy a gift in the shop, you are most welcome.
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Please note: between Monday 23rd February and Friday 20th March the Tower will be closed to visitors from Monday to Friday, but open as normal at weekends (Saturday 10:00am-5:00pm, Sunday 12 noon - 3.30pm
Last tower ticket 30 minutes before closing)
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Climb Our Tower
Come experience our world-famous panoramic views of Cambridge! Climb the 123 steps of the University Church tower and enjoy a 360° view on our newly-refurbished outdoor viewing platform.
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Hours
Monday–Saturday 10.00am-4.30pm (last entry at 4.00pm)
Sunday 12 noon–3.30pm (last entry at 3.15pm).
Sunday varies depending on service times, please check.
Tickets
£7.50 for adults
£6.00 for individual accompanied children (age 5-16)
£22.00 for a family ticket (2 adults + 2 children)
Under-5s go free.
Tickets are for sale in our gift shop. Reservations are not required for individuals, but groups of 10 or more should book in advance - specific rates apply.
Please note the last entry to the tower is 30-45 minutes before closing time.
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And when you post your panoramic pictures, be sure to tag us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram at @greatstmarys​
Browse our Gift Shop
​Whether you're looking for a gift for a friend, a souvenir of Cambridge, books on faith and spirituality, fine jewelry, or children's toys, there's something for you at our Gift Shop. Come on by and have a browse!
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Monday–Saturday 10.00am-4.30pm
Sunday 12 noon–3.30pm
Sunday varies depending on service times, please check.
Dine at Our Café
Michaelhouse is our medieval chapel, community centre, and café, just to the north of Great St Mary's on Trinity Street.
Whether you're looking for the best coffee in town, a homemade pastry, or an organic and delicious meal, or a quiet place to pray, be sure to visit Michaelhouse.
Open Monday to Saturday 9am-5pm; Sunday 12noon-4pm
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Discover Our History
Our Education and Heritage programme brings the University Church's Christian history and heritage alive for a wide audience. Visitors, learning groups and Cambridge residents can discover Great St Mary’s fascinating past which has been at the heart of local and University life for over 800 years.
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