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Monument to the Great Fire of London

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Sir Christopher Wren-designed column commemorating London's Great Fire, with a viewing platform. People often mention London, monument, views, Great, Monument, great, steps, fire, climb, visit,


Address

Fish St Hill, London EC3R 8AH, United Kingdom

Website

www.themonument.org.uk

Contact

+44 20 7403 3761

Rating on Google Maps

4.50 (11.7K reviews)

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Working Hours

  • Thursday: 9:30 AM to 1 PM, 2 to 6 PM
  • Friday: (Good Friday), 9:30 AM to 1 PM, 2 to 6 PM, Hours might differ
  • Saturday: 9:30 AM to 1 PM, 2 to 6 PM
  • Sunday: 9:30 AM to 1 PM, 2 to 6 PM
  • Monday: 9:30 AM to 1 PM, 2 to 6 PM
  • Tuesday: 9:30 AM to 1 PM, 2 to 6 PM
  • Wednesday: 9:30 AM to 1 PM, 2 to 6 PM

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  • 5/5 Timothy L. 1 year ago on Google
    Lots of stairs, can't really complain about that. Really - tons of stairs, more stairs than you think. The stairs feel like they never end. Great views, especially on a good day. You'll get lots of good exercise and good photos! Just try not to look down in the stairs if you're afraid of heights or have vertigo.
    15 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Pavel D. 1 year ago on Google
    What a pleasant surprise to visit this magnificent monument commemorating the Great Fire of London! Found by accident whilst strolling through London, I didn't hesitate to buy a ticket (£5.8) and climb to the top as I love great views. After climbing the narrow spiral staircase, which by the way was stunning, made up from black marble, perfectly lit up and therefore very photogenic, I reached a very small observation platform to enjoy the views. It all is really very narrow - both the platform and the stairs - the platform can host like 10 people maximum not to feel claustrophobic or crowded and that is precisely the reason visitors are asked to leave backpacks downstairs, so I did that too. However there is no dedicated place for luggage storage, so my backpack was just sitting at the bottom of the staircase and I felt a little insecure about it. The views were actually great, 360 degree views over the City of London. I really enjoyed the proximity of the skyscrapers in the City, they were so close, so reachable. The Tower Bridge and the Shard were also great to see! Unfortunately the platform is fenced all over, even above visitors' heads with square mesh fence, therefore it obstructs the views a little and makes it almost impossible to take a decent picture with SLR camera or any camera with large lens. It was not really crowded during my visit (at a guess people are not too keen to climb stairs - 311 to be exact - and pay for it). Payment with a card was preferred. Visited in July 2022. Tip: Don't forget to go around the base of the monument and read a little bit about its history on the rear side.
    12 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Qwerty 4 weeks ago on Google • 565 reviews New
    This is a nice monument with a good view of London. I went here and was satisfied with my experience. This column was built to memorialize the loss caused by the Great Fire of London, and it’s 197 feet tall. This monument has a spiral staircase inside that leads to an outdoor observation deck, which has great views of the Financial District since it’s very close by. It was raining and cloudy when I was here, so I saw a hazy Canary Wharf and what looked like Westminster in the distance. I also saw the Shard and St Paul’s Cathedral. I gave this monument five stars because it’s a nice looking memorial that’s fun to climb and has a nice observation deck. It’s also a good value for London considering it’s only £6. I’d definitely recommend this to anyone visiting.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Steve F. 1 year ago on Google
    You have got to love stairs, an amazing experience and the views at the top are great. Not a lot of space to past on the stairs, but not a problem. The outside is covered in a wire net, but if you put your camera lens up close you can get good photos.
    7 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 DavidS 2 years ago on Google
    The Monument to the Great Fire of London, more commonly known simply as the Monument, the Monument is one of the City of London's most outstanding landmarks and visitor attractions. The Monument stands at the junction of Monument Street and Fish Street Hill in the City of London. Great spot to visit with all family. Very important to check the time when it's open for visitors. Great area to check, nearby sky garden and bullet building, leadenhall market. Recommend to come and explore the area. Enjoy.
    6 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Steve O. 2 months ago on Google • 284 reviews New
    This is fun. Just over 300 steps and ends with a great view of the Tower Bridge and surrounding city skyline. Don't expect to take backpacks or anything to the top - the stairs are narrow and travel both ways.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Katrin K. 4 months ago on Google • 135 reviews
    Be ready cause it’s quite the climb but I enjoyed it a lot. And the view from the platform is lovely. For adults it’s £6 it’s cheaper for students and children. Ask for a receipt as you will get 20% off in the Tower of London if you visit within a week
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 ThePolishTraveller 1 month ago on Google • 328 reviews New
    Built 11 years after the Great Fire of London. 311 steps to the viewing platform, no lift; a bit redundant as higher modern buildings popped up around it but it is still a historic marvel and you can visit it very cheaply when you purchase a combined ticket at the Tower Bridge. It is closed for an hour at lunch time.

  • 5/5 Glen �. 1 year ago on Google
    Probably my favourite place to visit in London, a fitting tribute to the tragic event in 1066 which destroyed two thirds of the city. Be sure to climb the 311 steps to earn your certificate! Great views of the city from the viewing platform. Open daily from 9.30am, right next to Monument tube station.
    4 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 marc g. 2 months ago on Google • 294 reviews New
    Such an iconic structure this is, built as a permanent monument marking a sad time in Londons history that of the great fire of London, that was started just around the corner in Pudding lane. Even though there doesn't seem much to see, unless you arrange to climb the 311 steps inside the monument when it's open, so are are able to take in some sights from the veiwing balcony at the top. It's still a grand reminder of that time, back in 1666. Such a huge fire that lasted for 4 days, destroying 85% of London's buildings (over 13,000 homes) and yet unbelievably only claimed 6 lives.

  • 5/5 Nigel S. 2 months ago on Google • 139 reviews New
    311 steps, around 13 stories, makes for an intense climb without much reprieve at the top. But the views are great and it's a historical must do if you're interested in London.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 S D. 2 years ago on Google
    Great experience, and those 311 steps aren't as bad as you might imagine! I loved the panoramic views especially of the Thames with the bonus of a certificate at the end.
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 vinit k. 2 years ago on Google
    You can climb up to 300+ steps and get nice view of London. Its different experience altogether.you can park your buggy downstairs or can Keep your bag near their booking office. You have to stop at multiple place on steps as you have to give space for incoming traffic of people. There are some place to sit of you get tired in between.
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Daniel K. 1 year ago on Google
    This is a spectacular monument to the tragic Great Fire of London. It's massive. Climbing to the top involves 311 steps, the equivalent of climbing a 22 storey building. It's worth it though for the views at the top. History and exercise combined. It's a hard climb, but just take your time, and keep going.
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Swaminathan I. 1 month ago on Google • 224 reviews New
    The 202ft column, designed by Sir Christopher Wren and Dr Robert Hooke, was built to commemorate the Great Fire of 1666 and stands on the piazza between Fish Street Hill and Monument Street. I reached here walking from Liverpool Street . It’s a beautiful work given the period it was built you can go up the monument too .

  • 5/5 Stella O. 3 weeks ago on Google • 215 reviews New
    Walked past the Monument many times before. Today we decided to visit. Its £6 There are 311 steps to climb 🥵 Its well worth the effort when you reach the top, panoramic views of the city are spectacular. You get a certificate when you come down, a nice keepsake of your visit.

  • 5/5 Ross H. 1 month ago on Google • 201 reviews New
    AS monuments go, this one must be special as it's "The Monument". he Monument was constructed to commemorate the Great Fire of London, which devastated much of the city in September 1666. The fire destroyed thousands of homes, as well as important public buildings, including St. Paul's Cathedral. Design and Construction: The Monument was designed by Sir Christopher Wren, the renowned architect who also designed St. Paul's Cathedral. It was built between 1671 and 1677 and stands at a height of 202 feet (61.5 meters). The Monument consists of a Doric column topped by a flaming urn, symbolizing the fire that ravaged London.

  • 5/5 Md S. 3 weeks ago on Google • 103 reviews New
    A must-visit site for history buffs. This monument serves as a reminder of the destructive fire but also as a testament to a city's resilience. The climb to the top can be a bit steep, but the panoramic views of the city are certainly worth it. The onsite information panels provide essential historical context. Well maintained haunt.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Jason G. 2 years ago on Google
    Fantastic place to visit and climb the veiwes are spectacular at the top with an amazing entry fee . A really nice touch is the certificate you receive after climbing the monument
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Benjamin R. 1 year ago on Google
    There is a spiral staircase with 311 steps to get to the top of this monument but you are rewarded with 360° views of London. The stonework is amazing and worthy of a visit even if you don’t go up the stairs. The monument is east to get to with a tube station just a block away. It’s also an easy 10-15 minute walk from the Tower of London. After you descend back down the stairs there are a couple of nice pubs close by for a pint of beer.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Alan P. 1 year ago on Google
    Simple landmark that you can climb! Great for a morning wake up going up the 311 stairs. Does charge around 5 pounds however, although there is a small student discount.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Rushikesh P. 1 year ago on Google
    Well maintained monument still using the same technology for bridge opening. It is very pleasant experience to see the opening ceremony of The tower bridge
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Pale C. 1 year ago on Google
    You can't beat this for amazing views in all directions. Take your time with the stairs, there's a lot (311!) and there's no option but to walk up and down. Get a certificate on exit. Easy to find, very off the tube at Monument Station and it's right outside when you go onto the street.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Tom F. 1 year ago on Google
    Went here to look at it as it was shut to walk up it. Very spectacular high monument. Very informative. Lots of detail also. Would be cool to go up it one day to see the views from the top. Worth a look if you’re in the area.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 David W. 9 months ago on Google
    What a great place to visit. You can not be afraid of climbing stairs (311 to be exact) but the views are worth it. £6 per adult to go up. But it's quite fun.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Ricky F. 3 months ago on Google • 7 reviews New
    Was in London visiting Guy's hospital so I got to walk many places. After a week & a bit of the monument being closed I finally got to climb the 311 steps on my last visit! Great experience even though I'm not great lover of heights. Glad I done it though as it's part of our history & I got to see just how far the great fire of London actually spread to.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Tickets T. 3 months ago on Google • 29 reviews New
    One of London’s most iconic memorials and one that still towers over neighbouring streets. Located very close to the original bakery location on Pudding Lane where the fire started - the column is imposing and respectful monument.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Jacson M. 3 years ago on Google
    First attraction I saw in London, huge and impressive. Also not too expensive (need to pay to get inside).
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Harsha 4 years ago on Google
    We loved visiting London. This was a great place to tick off the list. Fantastic views as you can imagine however make sure you are up to the 311 steps. Cheap place to visit and recommend it to everyone. The Monument is quite well maintained. There are a lot of spiral steps up to the top so it is only really suitable for the fit and able bodied. The views from the top are good, but hampered by safety mesh. It is quite close to the Tube station and bus stops.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 J. A. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Very good (Original) Sehr gut
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Rachel 2 years ago on Google
    Great views for such a reasonable price! Staircase took my breath away. Literally.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 SHAKYA B. 2 years ago on Google
    This is a monument to commemorate the people who died in the great fire of London in 1666. This place is surrounded by shops, cafes, restaurants and the millennium bridge and the St Paul's cathedral are within 15 mins of walking distance.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Rik B. 2 years ago on Google
    Very nice view of the eastern central city! Quite some stairs to climb but really worth it. The price for students with £ 4.20 is appropriate. Brought my friend visiting London up there to give a nice overview. We also met two really kind ladies on top but sadly missed to keep contact.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Reda K. 2 years ago on Google
    It's really worth to climb all these 311 steps for a great panoramic view of London.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Dio G. 1 year ago on Google
    One of the most iconic monuments in london with a great history to go with it. Normally quite busy, especially midday where everyone finds a bit of time for an adventure while visiting or strolling through the City. Very affordable fees for entry, multi-diverse visitors of all ages and backgrounds. Ticket stall at the entrance and contactless payment available. Be prepared to walk up to the top via many many many steps but the view is rewarding. I’d recommend you to visit on a sunny, clear day with low humidity so you can have a clear panoramic 360 degree view of London. There’s a metallic mesh the covers the all-round balcony for obvious reasons but this doesn’t stop you from taking breathtaking photographs. You go down the same way went up by climbing down the staircase you climbed up. At the exit, the porter hands you a certificate of visitation which I personally found a very classy and sweet touch. I’d highly recommend to all with exclusion to the following: mobility problems, fear of heights, claustrophobia, dizziness or agoraphobia. PS: Spare a moment to sit at the cement-made benches outside of the monument and read about the great fire of london to connect with both the monument and its history.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Martin R. 2 years ago on Google
    A great monument to one of the biggest events in London's history... The 1666 Great Fire of London. You can go up inside the monument for a fee.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Ivan 1 year ago on Google
    Great monument, looks beautiful against the backdrop of skyscrapers
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Lauren V. 1 year ago on Google
    I'm so glad I got to experience this! For about 6£ you get great views of London and a great workout 😂. The stairs were tough going up and making way for 2 way traffic could be difficult at times, but it was a really amazing experience!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Unnikrishnan K. 1 year ago on Google
    It's a must visit while on a trip to London. Probably not as famous as other landmarks. If on a bus tour, you will be able to see the top of the structure from a distance. To imagine what happened there centuries ago, is sad. The monument design is brilliant. There is English translation of the Latin inscriptions and this make it easier.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Shab 10 months ago on Google
    Oh wow! Visited this monument during our first trip to London. We were literally short of breath while making our way up to the top. But it was absolutely worth the effort! There is a lovely view of London from the top. Though there is a net around to stop any suicidal attempts, I could take some lovely pics/videos. It was a great experience. The staff were friendly and nice. Thank you for the certificate as a lovely reminder of our London trip ❤️ NOTE: If you have a backpack or a tripod, you should leave them downstairs at the entrance while climbing up.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Ovidiu M. 8 months ago on Google
    Great place to see when visiting London. It offers a 360 view over the central area of London - it is close to the river just by the London Bridge. You can see many of the cities attractions from up top. To get up you have to climb approximately 320 stairs, which is no easy feat. Highly recommended in the morning when there's not a long waiting time, since the tower is quite small, there's a limited amount of people allowed in at a given time. If you plan to visit the Tower Bridge, the receipt from this offers you a 20% discount, so plan accordingly.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Malcolm P. 4 months ago on Google
    Great stair climbing exercise. A well organised experience at a realistic price. The venue provides a great photographic opportunity from the top with certificates being issued for all survivors.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Ben H. 3 months ago on Google • 81 reviews New
    Good views from the top, but it's not for the faint hearted. 311 steps to the top up a narrow spiral staircase. £6 for adults, £3 for kids, under 5s go free.

  • 5/5 Debbie W. 1 month ago on Google • 74 reviews New
    Lovely place to visit. Lots of steps up a narrow spiral staircase but the views from the top are amazing. And you get a certificate on the way down.

  • 5/5 TravellerWithPlan 2 months ago on Google • 64 reviews New
    Totally worth it. With just £6 you see some amazing views. The only issue is that it has alot of steps, so be prepare for some exercise

  • 4/5 Delaram M. 1 month ago on Google • 39 reviews New
    Historically talking, yes, it is definitely worth checking out. There are 311 stairs. And in the end, you get a view that you can also get from Sky Garden. They gave us a certificate for going up that many stairs!

  • 5/5 Renukappa S. 3 years ago on Google
    The Monument to the Great Fire of London, more commonly known simply as the Monument, is a Doric column in London, England, situated near the northern end of London Bridge. Commemorating the Great Fire of London, it stands at the junction of Monument Street and Fish Street Hill, 202 feet (62 m) in height and 202 feet west of the spot in Pudding Lane where the Great Fire started on 2 September 1666. Constructed between 1671 and 1677, it was built on the site of St Margaret, New Fish Street, the first church to be destroyed by the Great Fire. It is Grade I listed and is a scheduled monument. Another monument, the Golden Boy of Pye Corner, marks the point near Smithfield where the fire was stopped. The Monument comprises a fluted Doric column built of Portland stone topped with a gilded urn of fire. It was designed by Christopher Wren and Robert Hooke. Its height marks its distance from the site of the shop of Thomas Farriner (or Farynor), the king's baker, where the blaze began. The viewing platform near the top of the Monument is reached by a narrow winding staircase of 311 steps. A mesh cage was added in the mid-19th century to prevent people jumping to the ground, after six people had committed suicide there between 1788 and 1842. Three sides of the base carry inscriptions in Latin. The one on the south side describes actions taken by King Charles II following the fire. The inscription on the east side describes how the Monument was started and brought to perfection, and under which mayors. Inscriptions on the north side describe how the fire started, how much damage it caused, and how it was eventually extinguished. The Latin words "Sed Furor Papisticus Qui Tamdiu Patravit Nondum Restingvitur" (but Popish frenzy, which wrought such horrors, is not yet quenched) were added to the end of the inscription on the orders of the Court of Aldermen in 1681 during the foment of the Popish Plot.Text on the east side originally falsely blamed Roman Catholics for the fire ("burning of this protestant city, begun and carried on by the treachery and malice of the popish faction"), which prompted Alexander Pope (himself a Catholic) to say of the area: The first Rebuilding Act, passed in 1669, stipulated that "the better to preserve the memory of this dreadful visitation", a column of either brass or stone should be set up on Fish Street Hill, on or near the site of Farynor's bakery, where the fire began. Christopher Wren, as surveyor-general of the King's Works, was asked to submit a design. Wren worked with Robert Hooke on the design. It is impossible to disentangle the collaboration between Hooke and Wren, but Hooke's drawings of possible designs for the column still exist, with Wren's signature on them indicating his approval of the drawings rather than their authorship.It was not until 1671 that the City Council approved the design, and it took six years to complete the 202 ft column. It was two more years before the inscription (which had been left to Wren — or to Wren's choice — to decide upon) was set in place. "Commemorating — with a brazen disregard for the truth — the fact that 'London rises again...three short years complete that which was considered the work of ages.'"

  • 5/5 Noah L. 3 years ago on Google
    Just back from the Thames near London Bridge, this monument is worth a visit. You can climb to the top up a spiral staircase but that's not for me. Definitely worth a visit if you are nearby.

  • 5/5 Nicholas j. 3 years ago on Google
    The fire started at 1am on Sunday morning in Thomas Farriner's bakery on Pudding Lane. It may have been caused by a spark from his oven falling onto a pile of fuel nearby. The fire spread easily because London was very dry after a long, hot summer.

  • 4/5 Joshua L. 3 years ago on Google
    Small and tall, the monument it's kind of hidden in the middle of all buildings in the area. But you can still find and check the curious monument. To go up it costs about 6 pounds. The view from the top is nice, the only thing I would change would be the kind of grading they have up there since it kind interfere with the view. The stairs are narrow, but that's obvious due to the layout of the monument. Overall it's a quick 15 to 30 minute pause on your tour that can be quite nice. The story of the fire it's interesting as well, since due to that disaster, a lot of things could be rebuilt in a more modern way in relation to the time.

  • 5/5 M T M. 3 years ago on Google
    It's a big column in the middle of the City of London which commemorates the great fire which razed vast portions to the ground. To be honest there's not much to see but it has been beautifully restored and it's more the history of what it represents. I've never been to pudding lane either - where the fire started - which is just near by. Again there's nothing there but the weight of history really. I loved the cocky inscription on the column. Political puff was clearly alive and well in the reign of Charles II whether or not it is written in Latin. (There is a translation). It's not worth making a specific trip, but it's an interesting detail to look at in passing.

  • 5/5 Mariona P. 3 years ago on Google
    The Monument to the Great Fire of London, known as the Monument, gives the name to the metro station near Bank. It commemorates the Great Fire of London, which happened in 1666, and it is located on a little square between Fish Street Hill and Monument Street. Now it is closed because of the Covid19, but usually you can go to the top.

  • 5/5 Alexandra D. 3 years ago on Google
    A really cool spot to visit in London. Definitely work climbing to the top for and its not expensive.

  • 5/5 Sh 3 years ago on Google
    FABULOUS thing to tick off the list. Beautiful view of the Thames from the top. Don't attempt with a stroller or high heels. Lots of stairs to get to the top & it’s really fun. Absolutely it’s worth it to visit.

  • 3/5 Valionic 3 years ago on Google
    it's tall

  • 5/5 Simon M. 3 years ago on Google
    Good exercise and relatively cheap for London.

  • 5/5 Mayte G. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) An impressive column that was built in memory of the great fire of London. (Original) Una impresionante columna que fue construida en memoria del gran incendio de Londres.

  • 5/5 Franco V. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Monument that remembers the fire that occurred in the city of London. It was not a planned visit but due to its location you can easily find it and it calls your attention. The story it tells is very interesting and its unique shape makes it a necessary stop to get to know London a little more in depth. (Original) Monumento que recuerda el incendio ocurrido en la ciudad de Londres. No fue una visita planificada pero por su ubicación te lo encontras fácilmente y lla a tu atención. Es muy interesante la historia que narra y su singular forma hace que sea una parada necesaria para conocer Londres un poco más en profundidad

  • 4/5 Kelzed S. 3 years ago on Google
    Head to this landmark and find the engraved benches to words of the song, "London's burning..."

  • 5/5 Ronald W. 3 years ago on Google
    Nice monument.

  • 5/5 Abdulkadir A. 3 years ago on Google
    Amazing moment with great history

  • 5/5 Aidan A. 3 years ago on Google
    Great views from the top and the people there know their stuff

  • 5/5 Ashwin B. 3 years ago on Google
    Amazing piece of history

  • 1/5 Harsh 3 years ago on Google
    Just a pole

  • 5/5 Femi S. 3 years ago on Google
    Great place to visit

  • 1/5 L P. 3 years ago on Google
    Get over it.

  • 4/5 Lucy M. 3 years ago on Google
    Lovely area. Sight seeing and walking distance to London Bridge from the metro station

  • 5/5 Bill E. 3 years ago on Google
    A beautiful monument.

  • 5/5 Patricia B. 3 years ago on Google
    Lovely British monument

  • 5/5 djsamuray3 M. 3 years ago on Google
    Interesting place

  • 5/5 Simonjantoread R. 3 years ago on Google
    Excellent.

  • 5/5 John C. 3 years ago on Google
    Historical

  • 4/5 Luke I don’t K. 3 years ago on Google
    Over 300 and no disabled axis but it has good price and is very interested 8/10 would recommend

  • 4/5 Kike S. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) A special monument. Their views stand out. (Original) Un momumento especial. Destacan sus vistas.

  • 5/5 sourav n. 3 years ago on Google
    lovely place to visit! you get a certificate at the gate once you came down. You should collect the same. There is student discount as well. You get a lovely view of Thames from the top.

  • 5/5 Brian D. 3 years ago on Google
    Fantastic views from the observation platform, friendly staff, and you get a certificate when you exit

  • 3/5 Ash K. 3 years ago on Google
    It looks interesting with a reasonable entry fee. There are over 300 steps to the viewpoint and no disabled access. I will visit another time to access the viewpoint but due to Covid19 there is currently no access. Google has failed to update the opening times for this attraction.

  • 4/5 Tom K. 3 years ago on Google
    It's quiet now. But usually pretty busy!

  • 4/5 The W. 3 years ago on Google
    311 steps to climb to enjoy a beautiful view for 5 pounds. A certificate is given, containing the history of the monument.

  • 5/5 Zuleika A. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Handsome (Original) Hermoso

  • 5/5 gert k. 3 years ago on Google
    Amazing history

  • 5/5 Melissa S. 3 years ago on Google
    Iconic.

  • 4/5 ivan c. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) arm yourself with breath and legs to climb this tower from the inside (Original) armatevi di fiato e gambe per scalare questa torre dall'interno

  • 5/5 Jiří M. 3 years ago on Google
    Nice monument really tall

  • 1/5 Barry H. 3 years ago on Google
    Website says you are open, clearly not wasted journey

  • 5/5 Graham J. 3 years ago on Google
    Unfortunately not open at the moment Great history

  • 5/5 Dawid �. 3 years ago on Google
    Nice place for relaxing

  • 5/5 Keith P. 3 years ago on Google
    Highest stone building in the world .Memorial to Great Fire of London .

  • 5/5 Michelle M. 2 years ago on Google
    A treat on our trip, you get a beautiful view of the city. 311 steps to the top, be warned, but it's worth it. It's also open at 9:30, so that makes it a nice thing to see before other attractions nearby open at 10.

  • 4/5 Jim E. 2 years ago on Google
    Good to visit this iconic monument to the great fire of london. If laid flat it reaches the spot in pudding Lane where the fire started.

  • 5/5 Nigel B. 2 years ago on Google
    Fantastic views over London. Good to see it was open again. Well worth the climb to the top, and you get a certificate to say you made it.

  • 4/5 Jonathan J. 2 years ago on Google
    The Monument stands was built between 1671 and 1677 to commemorate the Great Fire of London and to celebrate the rebuilding of the City.

  • 4/5 Miles M. 2 years ago on Google
    Not much I can say that's not already said in other reviews. Impressive monument worth seeing if your passing nearby.

  • 5/5 sinom o. 2 years ago on Google
    Great route easy to map nice views

  • 5/5 Dor Z. 2 years ago on Google
    Amazing views of the city! Don’t miss your chance to climb up the 311 stairs especially if you get a day with clear skies

  • 5/5 L Furey (. 2 years ago on Google
    Lived in South London all my life and never went in the Monument before. It's a fantastic little gem. Affordable with stunning views of the capital. Just be mindful it's very, very old and the only way up is on your two feet. The staircase is narrow and tightly wound, so if you're prone to dizzy spells or vertigo maybe give this a miss and do the Sky Garden. However, if you're looking for something different and you're comfortable with the walk, it's a real treat.

  • 4/5 Vinay T. 2 years ago on Google
    311 spiral steps. One doesn't have to be fit but can be a challenge if one is not fit. Good view from the top. And you get a certificate for climbing 311 steps.

  • 5/5 Terri G. 2 years ago on Google
    A great tribute to The Great Fire of London in 1666 which gutted the medieval city of London. When it’s open you can take a climb inside

  • 4/5 Ian F. 2 years ago on Google
    Quite amazing to see when you step out from Monument station. Very imposing. We didn't go up the Monument but i did so years back with great views. It's all a real slice or, more accurately, a real tower of London history.

  • 5/5 Craig B. 1 year ago on Google
    AMAZING PLACE. You can climb inside for a very small amount of money, and it has great views. 311 steps and very tight.

  • 5/5 Rob Q. 1 year ago on Google
    We visited here after going to the museum of London and looking at the great fire of London exhibition in particular with my 7y/o. He then wanted to go to the monument which we did. He liked looking round at the various plaqs on the wall that showed old houses and the bakery where the fire started nr pudding Lane. We did the climb to the top and the view was great from the top. Price is reasonable though the trip only takes about 20 mins to top and back. There are lots of stairs. You can leave big bags (they ask you to) at the bottom.

  • 5/5 Antonieta 1 year ago on Google
    There is always a nice atmosphere here. The monument itself attracts lots of young and not so young students because of its historical significance and on a sunny day it's just great to be able to sit down in the square and sip a nice cooling drink from any of the different restaurants and cafes around.

  • 5/5 Kwanta T. 1 year ago on Google
    The Monument to the Great Fire of London or the Monument is a fluted Doric column in London, UK, situated near the northern end of London Bridge. The monument was built between 1671 and 1677 at the junction of Monument Street and Fish Street Hill, 202 feet (62 m) in height and 202 feet west of the spot in Pudding Lane where the Great Fire started on 2 September 1666 in order to commemorate the Great Fire of London. Climb up the stairs to the viewpoint here, you can see some landmarks of London e.g. Tower Bridge, London Bridge and etc.

  • 4/5 Jonathan T. 1 year ago on Google
    A great experience and some of the best views of London. There are a lot of steps, so it's probably not suitable for people with mobility issues. Well worth a visit.

  • 5/5 Gee B. 9 months ago on Google
    The monument is an amazing landmark to go to. I recommend going on a Sunday, some of the views are unbelievable and you can buy a tower bridge and monument package and go see tower bridge. You can climb to the top get the best views of London and come down and get a certificate. Really recommend this place if your in town.

  • 5/5 Raad K. 8 months ago on Google
    A must-see for anyone visiting London. The 311-step climb to the top is well worth the effort, as the views from the top are simply stunning. On a clear day, you can see all the way to St. Paul's Cathedral and the Thames River. The Monument is also a fascinating reminder of one of the most destructive fires in London's history. The fire started in a bakery on Pudding Lane in 1666 and quickly spread, destroying over 13,000 buildings and leaving over 100,000 people homeless. The Monument was built to commemorate the fire and to serve as a warning to future generations. I highly recommend visiting the Monument to the Great Fire of London. It is a fascinating and educational experience that will give you a deeper understanding of London's history.

  • 3/5 Justan K. 11 months ago on Google
    Nice monument to the Great fire of 1666. The climb is 311 steps, in a very narrow tower. Little room for people to pass if you require a break. View from the top is fantastic. Well worth the climb if you're able to. You even get a certificate when you get back down.

  • 5/5 Miss J. 11 months ago on Google
    Such an awesome find! I've walked past the Monument so many times, and I thought it was a solid column. Who knew there were steps inside? At the top is a stunning view of the city and the Thames. If you have a large bag with you, you'll be asked to leave it at the base of the stairs, to ease people passing on the stairs.

  • 5/5 Antonia M. 1 year ago on Google
    Hundreds of steps to the most amazing panoramic views!!! Well worth it!! Lovely warm February evening, was just gorgeous!! A small fee to enter. We waited no more than 5 minutes to enter. Once you're up there you can spend as long as you want!! Such a beautiful skyline of London!

  • 5/5 Alexya P. 6 months ago on Google
    It.s a nice experience to walk upstairs.. you'll get a certificate at the end saying that you walked 311 steps! The things are not expensive as well if you want something to remember..we bought a pencil with £2 and a magnet with £2.50

  • 5/5 Tom C. 4 months ago on Google
    Took my 5 year as learning about the Great Fire of London. Queue wasn’t too long, 311 steps to the top though so not for the faint of heart! Good views from the top still considering it 350 years old

  • 5/5 Marlon M. 4 months ago on Google
    Place is cozy as there are nearby sits to go to. The monument itself is huge in person and the pictures don’t do it justice. Always see the description to check what happened during the great fire if London. A good spot to go to if you are within the area. But not really required if you have a tight schedule

  • 3/5 Boluwatife A. 3 months ago on Google New
    A friend of mine had raved about the monument and I’m mostly docking points because I couldn’t go in (yes you can go up but it was closed at the time of my visit). Otherwise, lovely Doric columns and more interestingly, good learning for my history nerds about the London fire — summary in the building inscriptions.


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