London’s Great Plague: History Walking Tour & Escape Game

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Step back in time to the dark days of London’s Great Plague with this fascinating walking tour and escape game. As you wander through historic streets, you’ll uncover the gripping stories behind one of the city’s most devastating events. 

Solve puzzles and follow clues that reveal the secrets of how Londoners survived this deadly outbreak while exploring iconic landmarks and hidden spots tied to the Great Plague.

This self-guided tour is perfect for history buffs, puzzle enthusiasts, and curious travelers looking for a unique way to experience London. 

With your mobile phone as your guide, you’ll solve challenges at your own pace while diving deep into the past. Discover London’s rich history and uncover mysteries from a time of fear and resilience, all in one immersive adventure.

Availability:

  • Can be played on
    Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday

  • During these hours
    Whole day

  • Languages
    English

Highlights

  • Discover details about the deadliest pandemic that London has suffered.

  • Get to know the amazing story of the courageous Nathaniel Hodges.

  • Learn about the crazy remedies that Londoners used to try to avoid getting infected.

  • Explore the ruined churches and ghastly churchyards still standing among the modern office buildings.

  • Visit London's most astonishing market hidden in the financial area.

  • Find out which is the City’s smallest statue.

Storyline

Sitting on the fountain’s edge, a man is writing a few notes intently.

You glance over its papers, noticing the many scribbles. He finally raises his head and says: “I am Dr. Hodges. 

I come from 1665, and my people are dying of a horrible disease. No remedy exists in my century, and I even asked witches to create a magical healing potion. 

Unable to help me, they threw me in the future to find a remedy. But this city is so different from mine, I need a guide to walk its streets. May you help me?”

Experience's route

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Finish point Monument to the Great Fire of London
18 Fish St Hill, London EC3R 6DB, UK

Places you will visit

15

It will take you

72-102 mins

You will walk

3680 steps

Total distance

2.8 km

  • Best during the day
  • Instagrammable
  • Best for couples
  • Recommended activity for families
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4.47

150 ratings

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