For those looking for Budget Views of London why not climb the 311 steps to the top of the Monument and take in an aerial view of many of London’s historic sights. Built to commemorate the Great Fire of London that swept London in 1666, The Monument stands 61 metres high which equates to the exact distance between the Monument’s location & where the fire began in Pudding Lane.
Designed by Christopher Wren & Robert Hooke, the Monument was completed in 1677 & has been providing visitors with an aerial view over London ever since. There’s nothing better, for those that are able, to earn your view by taking the spiral staircase housed within this historic setting up to the viewing tower. Follow our round-up of cheap ticket offers and money saving ideas to make the most of your visit, (find out more details below).
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The Monument
Views of London; The Monument
Whilst The Monument can be somewhat overlooked nowadays, dwarfed by the sheer size of more popular FREE attractions such as The Sky Garden, Horizon 22 or The Lookout at 8 Bishopsgate. Notwithstanding these alternative attractions, The Monument’s historical significance coupled with reasonably priced tickets, keeps it a firm favourite in our book. The sense of achievement as you navigate the climb up 311 steps around the stone spiral staircase is worth the effort & your reward is your view from the top. We also tend to find fewer queues & even a certificate to mark your achievement once you’ve made it back down!
Worth noting that the viewing gallery is only accessible by climbing the 311 steps to the top of the column as there are no lifts up to the top. I’ve a firm believer in earning your view, so you’ll need a level of fitness to make it to the top, but you won’t be disappointed with the view. Whilst the stairway is narrow & shared by those both ascending & descending with very few stopping places along the spiral staircase, the sense of awe as you climb a monument built back in 1677 to commemorate the Great Fire of London is pretty spectacular.
The viewing gallery from the top offers you 360 degree views over London taking sights such as Tower Bridge, St Paul’s Cathedral, The Shard, The Sky Garden & the River Thames. You do need to know your sights as there’s no room for signage but there are maps available to purchase at the entrance desk that point out popular sights.
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Viewing deck from the top of The Monument
Cheap Tickets For The Monument
We tend not to find too many cheap ticket offers for The Monument but we’ve tracked down a few to take note of;
2 for 1 Voucher; for those travelling by train look out for this 2 for 1 voucher but watch out for excluded dates. A printed paper voucher is required for this promotion with more details over at 2 for 1 Voucher For The Monument.
London Explorer Pass; included within the London Explorer Pass, The Monument is one of 85 top attractions & experiences that you can visit over a 60 day period. More details over at the London Explorer Pass includes entry to The Monument, Tower of London & Westminster Abbey.
The Monument; tickets are reasonable priced from the entrance desk from just £6 an adult, £ a child, (5-15 years) with concessions for students, seniors & those living with a disability.
Visiting The Monument; Tips & Tricks
1. You cannot book online with this popular London attraction but keep an eye out for opening times.
2. The staircase up to the top is narrow and shared between those ascending & descending so space is at a premium. There is a limited amount of space available where large bags can be stored, (unsecured), at the bottom of the column. My advice is to travel light if you are planning a visit.
3. Dress appropriately for the top as you are exposed to the elements from the outdoor viewing gallery.
4. Upon your descent, collect a FREE certificate from the staff to mark your achievement.
5. Worth checking out opening times for the Monument as they do close for both lunch each day & school trips. Check the website to see any planned closures.
6. The Monument is located upon the junction of Monument Street & Fish Street Hill. The nearest tube is Monument, (District & Circle).
7. More information available at The Monument.
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The Monument; plaque marking the spot where the fire of London began
