Visitor Information

Who can visit and when
Regular opening times are 10am–4pm

There may be days when the College has to close at short notice.

Information on those dates/times will be posted here as soon as the information is available.
Current notices
There are no current notices.

Permitted visitorS

Between 10am and 4pm (no charge)
  • St John's alumni and their guests
  • Cambridge University card holders (including two guests)
  • CAMCard holders (including two guests)
  • Cambridge residents with proof of residency
  • Prospective students and their guests
  • Attendees at Chapel services
  • Attendees at other events in College

Tourism dates - 2025

Closed from 28 April until 6 July

Open from 7 July until 1 October

Closed from 2 October until 5 December

Tourism charges 2024/25

Adults - £15

Children (12-16) - £8

Senior citizens ie those in receipt of the State Pension - £8

Students - £8

If the Chapel is closed - £8

All commercial groups of five or more people that wish to visit the College, will need to be led by a qualified guide.

These guides (who are members of the Society of Cambridge Tourist Guides) will be provided by Cantab Tours. There is a discounted group booking rate of £8 per person. Booking enquiries should be directed here.

The College only accepts card payments.