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Walk from Pudding Lane to the base of the Monument and follow the path of the 1666 blaze. This 90‑minute guided stroll unpacks the fire’s causes, the rebuilding that followed, and the City of London’s visible scars and stories.
Walk from Pudding Lane to the base of the Monument and follow the path of the 1666 blaze. This 90‑minute guided stroll unpacks the fire’s causes, the rebuilding that followed, and the City of London’s visible scars and stories.
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Operated by Heritage Guides · London, Greater London
The guide begins at the base of the Monument, where the granite column rises above traffic and the Thames’ edge whispers of commerce and embers.
easy.
1–1.5 hours.
Suitable for all fitness levels; mostly flat walking with brief standing stops
The guided walk is approximately 90 minutes and covers short distances on paved city streets.
The operator lists wheelchair accessibility for the route and surfaces, though accessing the interior of the Monument requires a separate ticket and stair climb.
This particular tour is led in English; check the booking page for multilingual options or private guide availability.
The itinerary includes an orientation at the base; entry to climb the Monument is optional and can be purchased independently after the tour ends.
The Great Fire started in a bakery on Pudding Lane on 2 September 1666 and destroyed much of the medieval City, prompting a rebuild in brick and stone led by architects like Christopher Wren.
The City preserves historic sites while managing heavy foot traffic; visitors are asked to stay on paths, avoid climbing on monuments, and follow local signage to protect fragile stonework.
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