The UNESCO World Heritage Church of St. Mary's Cathedral is one of Hildesheim's main attractions. But what makes it so special? The cathedral's mighty dimensions alone are impressive - and of course its unique art treasures. For example, the gilded chandelier from the Middle Ages with a diameter of six metres! Or the so-called Bernward Door - a masterpiece of cast bronze art. But it is not only the architecture that is marvelled at here. A popular photo spot is the 1000-year-old rose bush. Learn about the legend on site, which goes back to the origin of the bishopric in 815 and is literally entwined around this place.
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Openings
St. Mary's Cathedral:
Monday to Friday: 10 am to 5:30 pm
Saturday: 10 am to 4 pm
Sunday: 12 to 17:30
Cathedral foyer:
Monday to Sunday: 10 am to 6 pm
(except December 24 and 31)
Public guided tours of the cathedral:
Friday, Saturday and Sunday: 3 p.m.
The meeting point for guided tours is the cathedral foyer/entrance to the cathedral museum.
Public museum tours:
Saturday, Sunday and public holidays: 2 p.m.
Additional public guided tours on campaign days
On action days, on the 1st Tuesday of the month, all visitors have free admission.
Monday to Friday: 10 am to 5:30 pm
Saturday: 10 am to 4 pm
Sunday: 12 to 17:30
Cathedral foyer:
Monday to Sunday: 10 am to 6 pm
(except December 24 and 31)
Public guided tours of the cathedral:
Friday, Saturday and Sunday: 3 p.m.
The meeting point for guided tours is the cathedral foyer/entrance to the cathedral museum.
Public museum tours:
Saturday, Sunday and public holidays: 2 p.m.
Additional public guided tours on campaign days
On action days, on the 1st Tuesday of the month, all visitors have free admission.
Price info
Price adult: €5.00
Admission to the cathedral is free of charge, guided tours at the prices listed above.
Tickets for the cathedral tour are available via the online ticket shop of St. Mary's Cathedral or on site in the cathedral foyer.
Free participation in the cathedral tour for children up to 6 years.
Tickets for the cathedral tour are available via the online ticket shop of St. Mary's Cathedral or on site in the cathedral foyer.
Free participation in the cathedral tour for children up to 6 years.
Information on reduced prices: Pupils, students, holders of social or disability cards
Payment methods
American Express, Cash payment on site, Maestro, Mastercard, Paypal, invoice, Visa
Hygiene and infection safety measures
Directions & Parking facilities
Der Mariendom ist zentral gelegen und gut mit dem Auto oder den öffentlichen Verkehrsmitteln zu erreichen. Die Bushaltestelle "Museum" befindet sich in 270 m Entfernung. Für die Anreise mit dem Auto bitte dem Parkleitsystem für den Bereich Dom folgen.
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