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London's Alternative History: A Self-Guided Audio Tour

5,04 opinionesVisitas urbanas guiadas

Las descripciones se muestran en inglés.

  • 1–1,5 horas
  • Cancelación gratuita hasta 24 h antes
  • 3 idiomas
  • Confirmación inmediata

Destacados

If you like humorous history, quirky facts and hidden surprises, this self-guided walk right in the centre of London is for you. Having lived in London all my life, I decided to uncover its wacky history. I'm also an avid traveller and understand the importance of experiencing a city with a local guide. But more importantly, I love sharing this city's amazing history! On this tour, you’ll learn about the secret behind the flow of the River Thames, the origins of the name “Covent Garden”, and the story of a drink most wouldn't associate with Britain. You'll also discover how the Americans stole coffee from the British, see the only street in London that confuses taxi drivers and learn about London's most notorious 18th-century brothel and the now-extinct police force that shut it down. Whether you’re visiting London for the first time or are a local curious about the city's alternative tales, this tour is a valuable introduction to the city's alternative history.

Incluye

Qué incluye

  • VoiceMap Application
  • Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata
  • Lifetime access to 'London's Alternative History Tour'

Qué no incluye

  • Smartphone
  • Transportation
  • Food/drinks
  • Tickets or entrance fees to any museums or other attractions en route

Itinerario

  1. Explore the bustling market and discover the origins of its name, which comes from "Convent Garden" due to its history as a convent’s garden in medieval times.

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  2. Known as the "Actors' Church," this is where many famous actors have been memorialized. It's also the location of London's first recorded punch-up.

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  3. The oldest theatre site in London, with a rich history of performances and ghostly apparitions, including the infamous "Man in Grey."

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  4. Learn about the intriguing cases and famous trials that took place here, reflecting the quirky side of London's legal history.

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  5. Famous for its productions, including "The Lion King," and its connection to the early days of electricity in theatre lighting.

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  6. Discover this grand building's transformation from a Tudor palace to a Navy office, and its role in the development of the British postal system.

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  7. Walk along the riverside promenade and hear about its construction, which involved diverting the River Thames and revealed hidden river secrets.

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  8. Known as "The Ladies' Bridge," it was largely built by women during World War II and offers spectacular views of London.

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  9. Home to the last remaining Victorian gas lamp in London, powered by sewer gas, earning it the nickname "The Lamp that Lights Itself."

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  10. The first public building in the world to be lit entirely by electricity, with a history of luxurious guests and infamous parties.

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Cancelación

Cancelación gratuita hasta 24 horas antes del inicio, con reembolso completo.

Opiniones

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Antes de ir

Punto de encuentro
Before arrival, please install the VoiceMap mobile app and use the code provided on your confirmation ticket. This is a self-guided audio tour that you can start, pause, or restart at any time and complete at your own pace. Detailed starting point instructions are available after downloading.
Recogida
Todos se reúnen en el punto de inicio; no hay recogida.
Tipo de entrada
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Operado por
VoiceMap Audio Tours
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • This tour is wheelchair accessible with one caveat: part of the final portion of the tour after Waterloo Bridge has staircases – wheelchair users can stay on bridge-level and proceed to the final two stops which are on the same level.

How it compares in Londres

  • Its from-price is 96% below the median of the 809 visitas urbanas guiadas we list in Londres.
  • It is shorter than most of them.
  • By number of reviews it ranks 286 of 809.
  • The operator lists free cancellation on it.

About Londres

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El Támesis cose la ciudad. En sus orillas se alzan el Parlamento y el Big Ben, la Torre de Londres con las joyas de la Corona, el Tower Bridge y el largo paseo de la South Bank, que pasa ante el London Eye, el Globe de Shakespeare y la Tate Modern. La catedral de San Pablo y la abadía de Westminster anclan el horizonte más antiguo, mientras las torres de cristal se apiñan en el distrito financiero.

Top-ranked sights in Londres: St. Paul's Cathedral, Stonehenge, Tower of London.

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