Our tours offer an exciting journey through the rich history and treasures of the ancient St Albans Abbey and Cathedral, brought to life by expert guides who reveal the stories woven into this remarkable site.
Discover 1700 years of fascinating history on one of our daily guided tours. Read more
Spice up your lunch time and find out more about our beautiful wall paintings, every Monday - Saturday throughout the year. Read more
Discover 1,000 years of history on a tour through our Abbey’s iconic architecture, from Norman foundations to modern additions. Read more
The Cathedral houses a remarkable collection of rare medieval wall paintings covering a period of four centuries. Read more
Discover the stories that nearly led to the Abbey's demise in 1381. Read more
To commemorate the 110th anniversaries of the Battle of the Somme and Verdun, we will explore the Abbey’s wartime links. Read more
Learn about the practice of pilgrimage from the earliest times to the present day Read more
Join our specially trained Cathedral Guides on a free tour for people with visual impairments. **MULTIPLE DATES AVAILABLE** Read more
Climb the 211 steps up to the top of the oldest Cathedral tower in Britain and experience fantastic views of St Albans. **MULTIPLE DATES AVAILABLE** Read more
Explore how the Abbey survived dissolution, and a flurry of difficult Tudor monarchs. **MULTIPLE DATES AVAILABLE** Read more
Explore how the natural world of Hertfordshire has been depicted in the Cathedral. **MULTIPLE DATES AVAILABLE** Read more
Graffiti provides a unique view of the lives of the ordinary people who have worked and worshipped here in the past. Read more