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Cathedral of St. Michael and St. Gudula: free entry days, tickets & hours
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St. Gudula Cathedral is free today, 14:00–15:00.
- Also free: Treasury: free for children under 12.
All free options
Who gets in free, and when
| Free option | Who | Conditions | Book? |
|---|---|---|---|
| Always freeFree entry to the cathedral | everyone | Visits are not allowed during services. Treasury (€3), Romanesque remains (€2) and crypt (€4, by appointment) are paid. | No |
| Free eventFree guided tour in French and English every Saturday at 14:00 · 14:00–15:00 | everyone | About one hour, meets at the cathedral entrance. Cancelled in case of a wedding or funeral; confirm with Église et Tourisme Bruxelles (02/219 75 30). | No |
| Free forTreasury: free for children under 12 | children under 12 | Applies to the treasury in the Chapel of the Blessed Sacrament (adults €3, cash on site); open during cathedral hours when volunteers are present. | No |
Before you go
How to actually get in for free
- Join the free Saturday 14:00 guided tour in French and English; no sign-up needed.
- Bring cash for the treasury, Romanesque remains and crypt.
- Children aged 6-12 can get a free activity booklet ('La lanterne de sainte Gudule') at the shop.
- Wheelchair users enter via the shop door on Place Sainte-Gudule and ring the bell.
Calendar
Free days at St. Gudula Cathedral
- SAT24OCTSaturday, 24 October 2026 · today · 14:00–15:00
- SAT31OCTSaturday, 31 October 2026 · in 7 days · 14:00–15:00
- SAT7NOVSaturday, 7 November 2026 · in 2 weeks · 14:00–15:00
- SAT14NOVSaturday, 14 November 2026 · in 3 weeks · 14:00–15:00
- SAT21NOVSaturday, 21 November 2026 · in 4 weeks · 14:00–15:00
- SAT28NOVSaturday, 28 November 2026 · in 5 weeks · 14:00–15:00
53 free days for everyone in the next 12 months. Closures and public holidays are already taken out. Group-only days need proof of eligibility.
Tickets & tours
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Official prices
St. Gudula Cathedral ticket prices
| Treasury (Chapel of the Blessed Sacrament) | €3 |
| Romanesque remains | €2 |
| 11th-century crypt (by appointment only) | €4 |
| QR-code self-guided tour, 30 minutes (45 minutes: €6) | €5 |
| Guided tower climb (March-October, groups of 10-24, book weeks ahead) | €15 |
Prices from the official website, checked Oct 2026. Free options are listed above.
Practical
Opening hours & how to get there
| Mon | 08:00–18:00 |
|---|---|
| Tue | 08:00–18:00 |
| Wed | 08:00–18:00 |
| Thu | 08:00–18:00 |
| Fri | 08:00–18:00 |
| Sat | 08:00–17:00 |
| Sun | 13:00–18:00 |
Open to visitors Monday-Friday 8:00-18:00, Saturday 8:00-17:00, Sunday 13:00-18:00. No sightseeing during services.
Place Sainte-Gudule / Sint-Goedeleplein, 1000 Brussels, Belgium
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FAQ
St. Gudula Cathedral: common questions
Is St. Gudula Cathedral free?
St. Gudula Cathedral is free for everyone guided tour in French and English every Saturday at 14:00. Also free: Treasury: free for children under 12.
When is St. Gudula Cathedral free?
Free guided tour in French and English every Saturday at 14:00. The next free date is Saturday, 24 October 2026.
Who gets free entry to St. Gudula Cathedral?
Children under 12 — applies to the treasury in the Chapel of the Blessed Sacrament (adults €3, cash on site); open during cathedral hours when volunteers are present..
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Sources
Where this comes from
- cathedralisbruxellensis.be/visiter/ · checked Saturday, 24 October 2026
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