About this tour
Trace the path of London's most catastrophic fire, which razed the medieval City in September 1666. This 90-minute walk follows the blaze from its origin in a Pudding Lane bakery through the streets it consumed, examining how the disaster reshaped the capital and its people. Your guide unpicks the chaos of those five days and points out the landmarks that survived or rose in the aftermath, ending near Smithfield Market where the fire's reach finally halted.
Highlights
- Pudding Lane bakery: where the fire started on 2 September 1666
- Medieval street layouts that fuelled the flames' spread
- Surviving buildings and structures from the pre-fire era
- Wren's post-fire architectural legacy across the City
- Smithfield Market boundary: the fire's eastern limit
- First-hand accounts of the evacuation and panic
- How London rebuilt itself in the fire's wake
What to expect
You'll walk roughly 1.5 miles at a measured pace, stopping frequently as your guide unpicks the topography and social upheaval of 1666. Expect to hear eyewitness testimonies and understand how wooden construction, narrow streets and a dry summer created perfect conditions for catastrophe. The route moves between narrow City lanes and broader Georgian thoroughfares, revealing how the fire's footprint changed London's urban fabric. You'll see monuments, plaques and buildings that tell the story of survival and reconstruction.
Good to know
Wear comfortable shoes for uneven historic pavements. The walk is wheelchair accessible with level surfaces throughout most of the route. Prams and buggies are welcome. Service animals permitted. Public transport links are nearby if you need to leave early.
Frequently asked
- How long does Great Fire of London Guided Walking Tour take?
- Great Fire of London Guided Walking Tour runs for approximately 1h 30m.
- How much does Great Fire of London Guided Walking Tour cost?
- Prices start from GBP $25 per person. Final pricing varies by date, group size and any add-ons — confirmed at checkout via Viator.
- Where does Great Fire of London Guided Walking Tour run?
- This tour operates around United Kingdom. Specific meeting points and pickup options are listed by the operator at checkout.
- Who runs Great Fire of London Guided Walking Tour?
- The tour is sold and operated by its supplier through Viator. New Forest National Park earns a small commission on bookings made via the link, which keeps this site free for travellers.
- Is the tour confirmed at the listed price?
- The price shown is the operator's "from" price as of our last sync. Final price, currency conversion, group discounts and cancellation policy are confirmed at checkout — always review before paying.
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