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London, 1666: plague-ravaged, war-drained, and bone dry. Join historian Dan Snow on this self-guided walking tour to track the Great Fire from a baker's forgotten oven to the smouldering ruins of a transformed city. Starting on Pudding Lane, you'll walk south through the streets where catastrophe unfolded, discovering how four days of fire reshaped London forever.
On this 75-minute tour, you'll:
* Stand inside Leadenhall Market, built over the ruins of Roman London's basilica
* Walk St Michael's Alley and understand how narrow medieval lanes acted as vertical chimneys
* Visit the Guildhall, the only secular stone building in the City predating 1666
* Learn why King Charles II personally overrode his Lord Mayor to save London
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
The tour begins on the corner of Pudding Lane, and is marked by a plaque on the corner wall of Faryners House. You can reach it by pavement. It is directly opposite the Monument to the Great Fire.
The tour ends at Giltspur St, London EC1A 9DD, UK
Itinerary
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The Monument to the Great Fire of London (Pass by)
Stand before this striking 202-foot column, designed by Christopher Wren, built exactly the distance from the bakery where the Great Fire began. Climb to the top for sweeping views and learn how the 1666 blaze destroyed 80% of the City of London. Personal expenses for admission fees not included during the tour.
Admission ticket free -
London Bridge (Pass by)
Walk along this iconic Thames crossing and discover how the medieval bridge - then a crowded neighbourhood of shops and homes - nearly fell to the Great Fire in 1666. Learn how Londoners fled here with their possessions as the city burned around them. Personal expenses for admission fees not included during the tour.
Admission ticket free -
Leadenhall Market (Pass by)
Stroll through this stunning Victorian covered market, built over the ruins of a Roman basilica. One of London's oldest trading hubs, it was devastated by the Great Fire and later rebuilt. Today visitors can shop, dine, and explore 700 years of market history. Personal expenses for admission fees not included during the tour.
Admission ticket free -
Mansion House of City of London (Pass by)
Pass by this grand Palladian building, the official residence of the Lord Mayor of London. Built in 1739 after the Great Fire exposed the chaos of having no central civic command, it stands as a symbol of reformed city leadership. Personal expenses for admission fees not included during the tour.
Admission ticket free -
St. Paul's Cathedral (Pass by)
Marvel at one of London's most iconic landmarks, rebuilt by Christopher Wren after the Great Fire gutted its medieval predecessor. Explore the Whispering Gallery, the crypt, and Victorian mosaics, or climb 528 steps for panoramic views across the city. Personal expenses for admission fees not included during the tour.
Admission ticket free -
St. Mary Le Bow Church (Pass by)
Peek outside this historic Wren church on Cheapside, famed for its Bow Bells - traditionally, only those born within earshot were considered true Cockneys. Destroyed in the Great Fire and rebuilt, it remains a cherished symbol of London identity. Personal expenses for admission fees not included during the tour.
Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- The total tour time includes walking the route and passing by the attractions
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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