Great Fire of London: The Path of Destruction
4.3655 Reviews253 people have played this questLondon is ablaze—and you are the only one who can stop it. Step into the soot-covered boots of Gregory Grail, a self-made fireman in 1666, as a routine call turns into a race against an unstoppable inferno. The flames spread fast, fueled by mystery and chaos, threatening to reduce the city to ashes.
In this gripping walking quest through London, you’ll follow a trail of clues and puzzles across real historical locations scarred by the fire. Piece together what happened, discover untold stories of survival, and feel the heat of history as you walk the very streets that once burned.
Solve it with friends or family—this is more than a walk, it’s a memory-making mission. Lace up your boots. London is counting on you.
How many are playing?
Unlock · £10.99Staying a few days in London? All 15 London quests for £34.99 · pays for itself by quest #4. See the Exploration Pass →
Places you will visit
15
It will take you
90-120 mins
You will walk
5120 steps
Total distance
3.9 km
What you'll actually do
Download the Questo app and unlock the quest. Walk to Monument to the Great Fire of London whenever you like · no guide, no group, no time slot.
Solve 15 puzzles hidden in the streets around you. Each one you crack unlocks the next location.
Finish at Saint Paul's Churchyard and see where you land on the London leaderboard.
Highlights
Discover the extensive damage the fire caused to the city
Learn how one man was responsible for rebuilding 51 Churches after the fire
Explore alleyways and reimagine how quickly and easily the fire spread
Find out who Samuel Pepys was and what he did to save his belongings
Landmarks & Hidden Gems Included
St Paul's Cathedral
Ratings and Reviews
55 ratings
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A note from denisa podhrazska
“We offer fun games in London, delivering fantastic, in-depth experiences. Whatever you want to see and do in London, we have a game for you. Play your way around the city and soon you'll know London like the back of your hand Whether it’s your first time visiting or if you’re just returning for a day trip, we have an experience waiting to make your journey unforgettable.”
The mission: Your story in London
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Good to know before you play
- Best during the day
- Best for couples
- Recommended activity for families
- Hidden History
- Difficulty level: Medium 🟡🤔
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Compare Questo vs. Guided Walking Tours
Flexibility
Regular Guided Tours
Fixed schedules & no pausing
Questo
Start, pause, and resume anytime
Privacy
Regular Guided Tours
Crowds of up to 30 strangers
Questo
Private experience for your group only
Pricing
Regular Guided Tours
$30–$60 (€23–€50) per person
Questo
Transparent pricing shown before checkout
Availability
Regular Guided Tours
Requires advance booking
Questo
Instant access 24/7/365
Experience
Regular Guided Tours
Passive listening to a guide
Questo
Active gamification; you solve the mystery
| Feature | Regular Guided Tours | Questo |
|---|---|---|
| Flexibility | Fixed schedules & no pausing | Start, pause, and resume anytime |
| Privacy | Crowds of up to 30 strangers | Private experience for your group only |
| Pricing | $30–$60 (€23–€50) per person | Transparent pricing shown before checkout |
| Availability | Requires advance booking | Instant access 24/7/365 |
| Experience | Passive listening to a guide | Active gamification; you solve the mystery |
Joined by 1,000,000+ explorers worldwide
Guided tour pricing: Comprehensive Economic Analysis of Guided Tour Pricing, EU and US markets, 2026. Standard 2–3 hour group walking tours.
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Historical context
From the Monument to the rebuilt City
The 1666 fire transformed the City of London and the churches, streets and institutions that followed. Questo places you in a fictional emergency while the route connects the Monument, the rebuilding of the City and St Paul’s. Playable languages: English.
