Cathedral opening hours
We are throughout the week for visiting and private prayer, as well as for listed services and events.
Monday–Friday: 9:00am to 6:30pm
Saturday: 9:00am to 4:00pm
Sunday: 8:00am to 6:30pm
Sat 14 December - Please note we will be closed early from 1pm due to The Snowman Live concert taking place.
Also open for services and events, or see shop opening hours →
Open for worship & visiting
All are welcome to visit Portsmouth Cathedral, services take place daily at the Cathedral in which you are welcome to join. We are also open for sightseeing, with guided tours taking place throughout the week.
Free admission
There is no admission cost to visit the Cathedral, we welcome a donation of around £5 per person to help protect the Cathedral for future generations.
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Parking Information
Limited parking is available on the High Street and adjacent streets; there is no dedicated parking for Portsmouth Cathedral.
Public Transport
Bus routes 20, 25, 3, 700 & X4 all service stops around the Cathedral.
Trains both to Portsmouth & Southsea and Portsmouth Harbour Stations, both within walking distance of the Cathedral are operated by Great Western Railway and South Western Railway.
Cycling & Walking
Portsmouth has a number of fantastic cycling routes and dedicated paths around the city. Cycling from most places in the city is simple, thanks to the mainly flat terrain around the city.
Portsmouth Cathedral is also dog friendly, except for selected events and services. Please ensure your dog is on a lead at all times. Assistance Dogs are welcome at all times.
Come along to our free Half Term Family Activity days in February Half Term.
As we approach the festive season, more will be happening in the Cathedral, therefore it is necessary to make some changes in the opening times at Portsmouth Cathedral.
Due to increased services and events around the Cathedral at this time of year, there will be no free Highlights Tours (usually at 2:00pm) from the 20–31 December.
More dates have been released for a unique yoga experience in the beautiful and peaceful setting of Portsmouth Cathedral. Led by experienced yoga instructor Kat Waters, these classes will help you to improve your flexibility, strength, and balance, while also providing a much-needed opportunity to relax and de-stress.
Portsmouth Cathedral is pleased to announce new extended opening times, starting from Saturday 1st April 2023. The Cathedral will be open from 9:00am to 6:30pm on Mondays to Fridays, 9:00am to 4:00pm on Saturdays, and 8:00am to 6:30pm on Sundays.
Rachael our Volunteer Co-ordinator shares an update on the recent Cathedral Christmas Fair, thank you to all those who volunteered at or donated items to the Christmas Fair, which this year raised over £5,300 to support the ministry of the Cathedral.
Rachael our Volunteer Co-ordinator shares an update on the recent Cathedral Christmas Fair, thank you to all those who volunteered at or donated items to the Christmas Fair, which this year raised over £5,300 to support the ministry of the Cathedral.
The Cathedral Offices will be closed from lunchtime on Friday, 23 December 2022, and will re-open on Tuesday, 3 January 2023.
After the wonderful feedback from 'yoga in the Wild Cathedral', we are excited to announce the return of yoga sessions led by Kat Waters throughout 2023.
Theres nothing like fish and chips by the seaside, so we’re pleased to be welcoming Frying High to Cathedral Green from this Friday.