The Great Fire of London Audio Tour with Dan Snow
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The Great Fire of London Audio Tour with Dan Snow is a 1.3-hour experience in London, United Kingdom, from $12 per person. It scores 57 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
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- 57 / 100
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- Duration
- 1.3 hours
- From
- $12 per person
London, 1666: plague-ravaged, war-drained, and bone dry. Join historian Dan Snow on this self-guided walking tour to track the Great Fire from a baker's forgotten oven to the smouldering ruins of a transformed city. Star
What you get
- Lifetime access to this tour in English before your booking date and after it
- Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata
- App for Android and iOS
- Flexibility to explore at your own pace with a self-guided GPS tour
- Directions to the starting point so that when you’re in the right place, the tour will start
About this experience
London, 1666: plague-ravaged, war-drained, and bone dry. Join historian Dan Snow on this self-guided walking tour to track the Great Fire from a baker's forgotten oven to the smouldering ruins of a transformed city. Starting on Pudding Lane, you'll walk south through the streets where catastrophe unfolded, discovering how four days of fire reshaped London forever. On this 75-minute tour, you'll: * Stand inside Leadenhall Market, built over the ruins of Roman London's basilica * Walk St Michael's Alley and understand how narrow medieval lanes acted as vertical chimneys * Visit the Guildhall, the only secular stone building in the City predating 1666 * Learn why King Charles II personally overrode his Lord Mayor to save London
What's included
Included
- Lifetime access to this tour in English before your booking date and after it
- Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata
- App for Android and iOS
- Flexibility to explore at your own pace with a self-guided GPS tour
- Directions to the starting point so that when you’re in the right place, the tour will start
Not included
- Smartphone and headphones
- Personal expenses for admission fees not included during the tour
- Food and drink
- Transportation
What you'll see and do
The Monument to the Great Fire of London
Stand before this striking 202-foot column, designed by Christopher Wren, built exactly the distance from the bakery where the Great Fire began. Climb to the top for sweeping views and learn how the 1666 blaze destroyed 80% of the City of London. Personal expenses for admission fees not included during the tour.
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Walk along this iconic Thames crossing and discover how the medieval bridge - then a crowded neighbourhood of shops and homes - nearly fell to the Great Fire in 1666. Learn how Londoners fled here with their possessions as the city burned around them. Personal expenses for admission fees not included during the tour.
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Leadenhall Market
Stroll through this stunning Victorian covered market, built over the ruins of a Roman basilica. One of London's oldest trading hubs, it was devastated by the Great Fire and later rebuilt. Today visitors can shop, dine, and explore 700 years of market history. Personal expenses for admission fees not included during the tour.
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Mansion House of City of London
Pass by this grand Palladian building, the official residence of the Lord Mayor of London. Built in 1739 after the Great Fire exposed the chaos of having no central civic command, it stands as a symbol of reformed city leadership. Personal expenses for admission fees not included during the tour.
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St. Paul's Cathedral
Marvel at one of London's most iconic landmarks, rebuilt by Christopher Wren after the Great Fire gutted its medieval predecessor. Explore the Whispering Gallery, the crypt, and Victorian mosaics, or climb 528 steps for panoramic views across the city. Personal expenses for admission fees not included during the tour.
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St. Mary Le Bow Church
Peek outside this historic Wren church on Cheapside, famed for its Bow Bells - traditionally, only those born within earshot were considered true Cockneys. Destroyed in the Great Fire and rebuilt, it remains a cherished symbol of London identity. Personal expenses for admission fees not included during the tour.
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Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
London
The tour begins on the corner of Pudding Lane, and is marked by a plaque on the corner wall of Faryners House. You can reach it by pavement. It is directly opposite the Monument to the Great Fire.
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
The tour ends at Giltspur St, London EC1A 9DD, UK
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- VoiceMap Audio Tours
Know before you go
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- The total tour time includes walking the route and passing by the attractions
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Good to know
- Duration
- 1.3 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- 6+
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 0
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Why this scores 57
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
The Great Fire of London Audio Tour with Dan Snow: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for London.
How much does The Great Fire of London Audio Tour with Dan Snow cost?
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Prices start at $12 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in London usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does The Great Fire of London Audio Tour with Dan Snow take?
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Plan for about 1.3 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in London is not rushed.
Is The Great Fire of London Audio Tour with Dan Snow worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 57 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (0/5 across 0 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in London, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule The Great Fire of London Audio Tour with Dan Snow?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is The Great Fire of London Audio Tour with Dan Snow suitable for kids and families?
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The operator sets a minimum age of 6. Older children generally do well here, and families should factor in the 1.3-hour running time when deciding.
How far in advance should I book The Great Fire of London Audio Tour with Dan Snow?
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Around 0 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in London can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in London and add a light layer if any part of the 1.3-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does The Great Fire of London Audio Tour with Dan Snow start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central London within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in London?
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London's best attractions split cleanly: the museums are free and need no booking, so the paid market is about views, theatre and getting out of the city for a day. That makes value scoring unusually important here, and the Outty Ranking penalises anything charging premium prices for access you could get for nothing. On Outty we rank every London experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Soho Music & Historic Pubs Tour, London Small Group Tour of Historical Pubs, The Great British Rock and Roll Walking Tour. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit London?
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May to September for long evenings, December for the Christmas markets. Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in London?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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