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    The Monument to the Great Fire of London

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    #108 of 1 644 things to do in London
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    Monument St., London EC3R 8AH, England
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    A permanent reminder of the Great Fire of 1666, the Monument commemorates one of the most famous events in London's history. Standing regally on the piazza between Fish Street Hill and Monument Street, the 202ft column designed by Sir Christopher Wren and Dr Robert Hooke, celebrates the City which rose from the ashes. The Monument invites you to climb its 311 spiral steps and enjoy one of the best views over the City.

    About The Monument to the Great Fire of London

    A permanent reminder of the Great Fire of 1666, the Monument commemorates one of the most famous events in London's history. Standing regally on the piazza between Fish Street Hill and Monument Street, the 202ft column designed by Sir Christopher Wren and Dr Robert Hooke, celebrates the City which rose from the ashes. The Monument invites you to climb its 311 spiral steps and enjoy one of the best views over the City.
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    Reviewed 2 weeks ago
    Excelent view of Central London from a 17th Century Monument

    My son and I climbed the 311 steps to the top of the Monument and the view is outstanding. I did not know this monument existed until recently and for the two of us to climb the stairs it was GBP10 for both of us....More

    Thank Dexter15
    Reviewed 2 weeks ago
    Great, Cheap Alternative!

    It takes a bit of effort to climb, no doubt. It's a really interesting monument, with a lovely view at the top. Being in a lookout that was lower than a lot of the buildings was nice! It made for nice pictures! You have to...More

    Thank ErylbyExplore
    Reviewed 2 weeks ago
    Good value for each step upwards (just £1.61 per step!!)

    This is a historic landmark and the climb is worth it - the stairs get narrower towards the top. The climb is worth it as you get some good views of the Thames as well as the City. Well worth a visit.

    Thank Chris S
    Reviewed 3 weeks ago
    great place and cheap

    guys hope you like climbing steps 331 steps but if you get to the top the view is good. and a cheap place to visit

    Thank pete1769
    Reviewed 3 weeks ago via mobile
    Important site, but the fee to get on top doesn't worth it

    The monument itself is one of the significant and important landmark. The fee they charge for getting on top is which doesn't make sense. The staircase is narrow, and at the top the view is obstructed with safety wire.

    Thank Leo B
    Reviewed 3 weeks ago
    cheapest and best way to see the city skyline

    This is the second time I've been up The Monument and I thoroughly enjoyed it once again. It's definitely worth the 311 steps up to see the the sights at the top. You can see the Tower of London, Tower Bridge, the Shard, the London...More

    1  Thank Mila M
    Reviewed 3 weeks ago
    Awesome views

    My daughter and I climbed the 311 steps to the top of the monument and the views were fantastic and very worth the climb! It is a small circular staircase all the way, but there is plenty of room to let people pass if you...More

    2  Thank Jodi G
    Reviewed 5 weeks ago via mobile
    Fantastic views, but involves a very tight and tall staircase

    One of Londons most interesting memorials. Easy to get to from London Bridge and a great link with the great fire of London (it started a distance equal to the height of the monument). However the viewing platform is pretty small and my wife was...More

    1  Thank WillB2000
    Reviewed 5 weeks ago via mobile
    365 steps at bit much

    Groupon does s offers for steak house next door really good with offer pretty crowded at weekends and some queues for monument not good on hot day

    Thank Nanasaeitch17
    Reviewed 4 June 2017 via mobile
    Stunning View - worth the climb!

    I was staying at a nearby hotel for business and had a couple of hours to kill. I came upon the Monument and was invited to go inside. 311 steps later, up a winding staircase, I emerged to an amazing 360 degree view of London....More

    1  Thank Mgasperini
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    Freddyminster
    3 November 2016|
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    Response from Domdomdomdom_13 | Reviewed this property |
    It's reopened - not sure about Lord Mayor's show.
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    ecko8
    24 August 2016|
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    Response from richiet44 | Reviewed this property |
    During the week no queues, we went straight in when we visited, which was on a monday
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    laura m
    20 May 2016|
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    Response from Yellywelly | Reviewed this property |
    Had a look at the Monument's website. According to the website, it's closed for essential maintenance work until further notice. So no word yet when it'll reopen. I hope this helps!
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