The Monument to the Great Fire of London: Ticket and Audio Guide
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Highlights
Explore the Monument to the Great Fire of London.
Enjoy an audio guide as you ascend to the top and admire panoramic views of London.
Step inside Sir Christopher Wren’s iconic Monument and climb the 311 steps to the viewing platform. As you explore the tower, follow your digital audio guide and learn the story of the Great Fire of 1666. Starting in a bakery on Pudding Lane nearby, the fire ravaged the city, changing its face forever – and its aftermath is still visible today.
Once at the top, take in the incredible views of the London skyline – and don’t forget to snap a photo of the burning golden urn.
Highlights:
- The Monument to the Great Fire of London of 1666
- Climb the 311 steps to the top while listening to the digital audio guide
- Discover the story of the fire and how it took 50 years to rebuild the city
- Snap a photo of the burning golden urn and enjoy the panoramic view of the London skyline
What is included?
- Monument to the Great Fire of London Entrance Ticket
- Digital audio guide
- Multilingual audio commentary in English, French, German, Spanish and Italian
- Escort to the meeting point
What is not included?
- Guided tour
- Headphones and mobile device
What is there to know?
Ticket Redemption:
- Collect your ticket by meeting your guide at Monument Square, London EC3R 8AJ.
- Your companion will be wearing a dark blue uniform with the 'VoxCity' logo. Please arrive 10 minutes early and bring your own headphones.
- Scan the QR code on your voucher to download the audio guide before arrival.
Please note:
- The Monument has a narrow spiral staircase of 311 steps.
- This experience is not recommended for those with limited mobility, claustrophobia or vertigo.
- Entry is subject to a security bag check. Large bags must be left in a designated storage area at the base of the stairs.
- Due to limited space in the viewing gallery, a maximum of 33 visitors are allowed in at a time. You can expect to wait up to 30 minutes to enter.
- Access to the Monument may be limited or closed due to adverse weather conditions or unforeseen circumstances. In the event of closure, tickets may be rebooked for the closest available date, subject to availability.
Openings
The Monument to the Great Fire of London is open daily at the following times:
- Morning: 09:30 - 13:00 (last admission 12:30)
- Afternoon: 2:00 pm to 6:00 pm (last admission 5:30 pm)
- It is closed annually from December 24th to 26th. On January 1st it opens at 10:00
Meeting point
Monument Square
London EC3R 8AJ.
Cancellation policies
Can be canceled for free up to 72 hours before the selected date
