Ely Cathedral

Ely, Cambridgeshire

'Ship of the Fens' with a unique Octagon lantern tower, rising above the flat Fenland landscape.

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Mooch tip Visit Oliver Cromwell's House nearby.

Visiting

Opening times: Usually daily
How long to allow: 1.5 hours
Best time to go: Octagon tower tour
Accessibility: Mostly accessible

Getting there

Address: The College, Ely, CB7 4DL
Parking: City car parks
Nearest station: Ely (10 min walk)

Places to stay near Ely Cathedral

The Lamb HotelEly · £££ · 0.1 km away The Royal StandardEly · £££ · 0.2 km away Poets House Hotel And RestaurantEly · ££££ · 0.3 km away The Riverside InnEly · £££ · 0.6 km away Travelodge ElyEly · £ · 1.9 km away The Old Hall, ElyStuntney · £££££ · 3.4 km away

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