A Bird's-Eye View of London from St. Paul's Cathedral 🏙️✨

What started as a quick trip to the Spanish visa office turned into an impromptu sky-high adventure! Spotted visitors near the dome's peak from below and couldn't resist—£20 later, I was climbing to the top! ⛪ The Ascent: 1️⃣ First leg: Steep spiral stairs to the Whispering Gallery (inside the dome) 2️⃣ Second leg: Open-air Stone Gallery with 360° city views 3️⃣ Final push: Tiny Golden Gallery at the very top—heart-pounding but breathtaking! ⚠️ Fair warning: Not for the faint-hearted! The stairs are narrow + endless, and the first peek over the edge might trigger vertigo. But once you adjust? Pure magic. 🌆 Why It's Worth It: ✔ Unmatched panorama of London's skyline (Shard, London Eye, Thames snaking below) ✔ Golden hour glow on the cathedral's marble chef's kiss ✔ Quirky history: Spot the "Great Paul" bell (England's largest!) on the way up 📍 Tips: • Skip the church tour if short on time—head straight for the dome! • Weekday mornings = fewer crowds • Comfy shoes + water = non-negotiable #LondonViews #StPaulsCathedral #SkylineHunter #BestVantagePoint