Built over a relatively short period, some 38 years between 1220 and 1258, it has a unity and coherence that is unusual in medieval English cathedrals. The tower and spire were completed by 1330 and at 404 feet (123 m) is the tallest church spire in England.

For many people, the Tower Tour is the absolute highlight of their visit to Salisbury Cathedral. Wind your way up narrow spiral staircases climbing 332 steps in easy stages into our ancient roof spaces to the foot of our iconic spire, 68 metres above ground level.

Brave the 332 steps to the top of the Cathedral tower for unparalleled views of Salisbury. On this once-in-a-lifetime experience, you’ll discover how this medieval tower and iconic spire were constructed.

We took a tower tour at Salisbury Cathedral led by Des our guide. The tour takes around 2 hours with 323 steps to climb in 5 stages. I would recommend Des as a guide, he was extremely knowledgeable and added a great sense of humour.

Because the cathedral was built in only 38 years, Salisbury Cathedral has a single consistent architectural style, English Gothic architecture. The only major parts of the cathedral built later were the Cloisters, Chapter House, tower and spire (1320), which at 404 feet (123 metres) dominates the skyline.

Ticket allows admission into the Cathedral and Chapter House with Magna Carta on the day of your tour. If you have any access requirements or require information about the tour, please call the Box Office to book your tickets on: 01722 656 555 or [email protected].

Read all about taking a Salisbury Cathedral Tower Tour, how to book, what there is to see and the history of the tower and spire >> You can also see the original 14th century cross which was once at the top of the spire, encased in 18th century copper; it was replaced in 1950.

Explore behind-the-scenes and uncover the hidden secrets of the construction of the Cathedral. Climb 332 steps in easy stages up to the base of the spire with one of our expert guides and experience spectacular views of Salisbury from 223 ft up. Tickets available on the Salisbury Cathedral website.

We offer exclusive tours of our tower, leading you up the 332 steps to the base of our spire. Expert guides will uncover the hidden stories of the Cathedral’s construction and show you these roof spaces up-close. Find out more and book a Tower Tour today: Tower Tour

Since 1549, the cathedral has had the tallest church spire in the United Kingdom, at 404 feet. Visitors can take the "Tower Tour" where the interior of the hollow spire, with its ancient wood...