London Great Fire, Plague & Black Death Walking Tour

Walk through London’s past on a private guided tour exploring the Great Plague, the Black Death and the Great Fire. Along the way, discover the places where these disasters began and the events that reshaped the city.

Visit plague pits, including the largest, and encounter the story of a Black Death victim whose remains were uncovered recently. Follow the Great Plague’s spread through London and learn how the Great Fire helped bring it to an end. You’ll also see where the fire started and where it was extinguished, then walk streets Samuel Pepys knew as you hear how his diary recorded life during both catastrophes. Other medieval and Middle Ages sites reveal how London’s history reached far beyond the city itself.

Your London Great Fire, Plague & Black Death Walking Tour begins outside the Dominion Theatre, close to Tottenham Court Road Underground Station. Join a private guide to explore the stories and landmarks behind some of London’s most consequential chapters.