Fish St Hill, London EC3R 8AH
Monument to the Great Fire of London
Battle & memorial
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7.0
Wildland
Under 1 hour
Time
Paid
Cost
Grand
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Why it's Wildland
7.0A 202-foot column commemorating the Great Fire of 1666, designed by Sir Christopher Wren and Dr Robert Hooke. Its 311 steps lead to panoramic views over London.
This is a compact, distinctive piece of London history with a tangible link to the Great Fire and a memorable climb above the City. Its appeal is urban heritage and views rather than a wild landscape.
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The experience
Allow under an hour for the Monument itself. The defining experience is the climb up its 311 spiral steps to the viewing platform. Check ticket availability, opening arrangements and access details before setting out.
Things to do
Climb the 311 steps
Take the Monument’s spiral staircase to its viewing platform, the central activity described by the official visitor site.
Under 1 hour
Take in the City panorama
Look out from the top across London; the official site describes panoramic views from the Monument.
Make a day of it
Quick escape · Under 1 hour
Quick Escape: the Monument climb
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Check current opening and ticket information before setting out.
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Visit the Monument on Fish St Hill.
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Climb the 311 spiral steps to the viewing platform and take in the panoramic London views.
Verified history
The Monument commemorates the Great Fire of 1666. The official site describes it as a 202-foot column designed by Sir Christopher Wren and Dr Robert Hooke, standing on the piazza between Fish Street Hill and Monument Street.
When to go
· No time-of-day recommendation is established by the supplied sources. Check current opening times.
The supplied sources do not establish a seasonal advantage.
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What to look for
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Notice the Monument’s fluted column and its position on the piazza between Fish Street Hill and Monument Street
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from the top, take in the panoramic view across London.
The story
The Great Fire of London, 1666
Best time to go
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No particularly best time is established by the supplied sources. Check current opening times before visiting.
How long to spend
Under 1 hour
Perfect for
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Before you go
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Listed hours
- Monday: 9:30am-1pm, 2-6pm
- Tuesday: 9:30am-1pm, 2-6pm
- Wednesday: 9:30am-1pm, 2-6pm
- Thursday: 9:30am-1pm, 2-6pm
- Friday: 9:30am-1pm, 2-6pm
- Saturday: 9:30am-1pm, 2-6pm
- Sunday: 9:30am-1pm, 2-6pm
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Practical information
Opening & access
The official website invites visitors to climb the Monument; admission is ticketed. Check current access arrangements before visiting.
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Accessibility
The visit described by the official source involves 311 steps. The supplied source row says the entrance is not wheelchair-accessible; check current accessibility information before visiting.
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Cost
Paid
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