Head to St Paul's during a visit to London

Online, August 30, 2010 (Newswire.com) - There are so many iconic things to see in London, but one location that should definitely be visited is St Paul's Cathedral.

This world famous building was designed by Sir Christopher Wren and completed in 1710. Ever since, it has been one of the most distinctive and memorable parts of the London skyline.

While this is still a place of worship for Anglicans, this architectural masterpiece is also a popular tourist attraction that welcomes people from all faiths and denominations.

After all, it was the scene of many notable historical events, from Queen Victoria's Jubilee celebrations, to the wedding of Lady Diana Spencer and Prince Charles.

So if you are in the British capital, book yourself on a tour and get a peek behind the scenes at this landmark piece of engineering.

The tour takes you right inside the heart of the famous dome of St Paul's Cathedral - one of the largest of its kind in the world.

You will get to take a close look at the ornate decorations on the interior - a series of murals that tell the story of St Paul's eventful life.

It's a great chance to get an insight into the man behind the well-known name.

Walking up to the top of the dome will also take you past The Whispering Gallery, which earned its name thanks to its distinctive acoustic qualities.

After this, you will find yourself in The Stone Gallery - another vantage point that stands 378 steps and 53.4 metres above the ground.

The next gallery is 280ft high and the smallest of the three - The Golden Gallery.

Climbing 530 steps may seem like quite an effort, but it is worth it to see the stunning views of nearby London attractions such as Shakespeare's Globe and the Tate Modern, as well as other buildings standing along the banks of the River Thames.

The guided tour will also take you around the rest of this remarkable building, including the famous Geometric Staircase, the Crypt and the church floor.

And throughout, the fully clued-up tour guides will tell you all about the history of the structure and the architect behind it.

Once the tour has concluded, you may wish to sit down and relax with a bite to eat and a drink.

St Paul's Cathedral has both a cafe and restaurant for visitors, which features locally sourced food, tea and some excellent wines.

Once you have recharged your batteries, you may wish to pick up a memento of your trip. The gift shop has lots of souvenirs and books that can further educate you about London and its history - or just serve as a pleasant keepsake.

Finally, a trip to St Paul's Cathedral over the next few months will give you the chance to see the results of extensive cleaning and repair work.

For the first time in three centuries, the building has been given the total once-over that it truly deserves.

So a trip to this iconic London landmark will seem fresher and more vital than ever before.