The Monument, as it is known. Is at New Fish street EC3R 8AH. A permanent reminder to the Great Fire of 1666. Building work started in 1671/77. The Monument is 202 feet tall or 62 metres and is 202 feet from Thomas Fariners bakery on Pudding Lane. The location of the start of the devistating fire. King Charles 11 was the King and employed Sir Christopher Wren and Dr Robert Hook to desighn a Monument on an epic scale. Made from Portland stone it is tallest isolated stone collum in the World!.. This is well worth a visit... We will be clmbing to the top soon, come back and see how we get on!!..

The Monument to the Great Fire of London, more commonly known simply as the Monument, is a fluted 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 (61.6 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 stands in Monument Square, formerly known as Monument Yard which was merged into Monument Street in 1911,created as part of the pedestrianisation of Monument Street in 2006 in a £790,000 street improvement scheme.It sits on the east side of Fish Street Hill, and extends to Pudding Lane. A glass pavilion, designed by Bere Architects, was unveiled on 31 January 2007.

A fantastic visit to the London Monument! 🇬🇧 There are 312 steps up a beautiful, narrow two-way spiral staircase, and the climb is absolutely worth it. At the top, you're rewarded with stunning 360° views across the London skyline — an unforgettable sight. 🌆 It’s definitely a good idea to bring water, as the climb can be a workout, but that just makes reaching the top even more satisfying. As a lovely bonus, you even receive a certificate on your way out to commemorate your achievement! 🎖️ Great experience, memorable views, and excellent value for money. Highly recommended for anyone visiting London

We found this place by pure chance, and what a surprise! Most people walk past it without realizing you can actually climb to the top. Be prepared for a workout: there are 311 steps up a narrow spiral staircase, but the effort is worth it. The views from the top are incredible, offering a unique 360 degree perspective of the Shard, Tower Bridge, and other major London landmarks. Top Tip: If you are a student, make sure to show your ID for a discount. It is a hidden gem in the middle of the City that is definitely worth the sweat. Plus, you get a certificate at the end to prove you made it to the top!

We walked past this by chance and as soon as my daughter spotted people on the top i was in for it. After the 311 spiral stone steps to the top I couldn't breathe but hey i got up there and the views were worth it! It is completely safe theres wire safety nets the entire way around. Going back down was trippy! Take your time £6 adults £3 children