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By Gloucester Cathedral

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Overview

    • Experience the amazing cloisters, made famous as the corridors of Hogwarts
    • See the tomb of King Edward II and learn about the coronation of Henry III
    • Experience one of the most magnificent buildings in the country with a guide

Activity location

    • Gloucester
    • Gloucester, England, United Kingdom

Meeting/Redemption Point

    • Gloucester Cathedral, Gloucester GL1 2LX, UK | Check-in with the staff at the Welcome Desk inside the Cathedral
    • Gloucester, England, United Kingdom

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What's included, what's not

  • Inclusions
    Fully guided tour of the ground floor at Gloucester Cathedral
  • Inclusions
    Entry to the Cathedral
  • Exclusions
    Guided Tour of Tribune Galley, Crypt, Library or Tower

Know before you book

    • In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, activities services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. Supplier cancellation policy will apply.
    • This activity is provided by a professional trader (a party acting within their trade, business or profession).

What you can expect

  • Experience the Gloucester Cathedral Highlights Tour, a must for history lovers, architecture enthusiasts, and spiritual seekers. Explore this 11th-century Gothic masterpiece, one of the most spectacular medieval buildings in the country and learn about its rich history and artistry.

    Begin at the Great West Door, where your friendly guide will introduce the Cathedral’s fascinating past. Marvel at the grandeur of the Nave, with its soaring pillars, vaulted ceilings, and stunning stained glass. Visit the South Transept’s Great East Window and the Lady Chapel, dedicated to the Virgin Mary. Discover royal connections like Henry III’s coronation and King Edward II’s tomb.

    No tour is complete without a walk through the Cloister. Learn about their historical significance and monastic origins, as well as the artistry behind the famous fan-vaulted ceilings. Now known for its role in the Harry Potter films, you may recognise the Cloister as the corridors of Hogwarts!

    The Highlights Tour tells the captivating storey of Gloucester Cathedral’s history, architecture and people, perfect for first-time visitors and returning admirers alike.

Location

Activity location

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    • Gloucester
    • Gloucester, England, United Kingdom

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    • Gloucester Cathedral, Gloucester GL1 2LX, UK | Check-in with the staff at the Welcome Desk inside the Cathedral
    • Gloucester, England, United Kingdom