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

5,04 avisVisites de la ville

Les descriptions sont affichées en anglais.

  • 1–1,5 heures
  • Annulation gratuite jusqu’à 24 h avant
  • 3 langues
  • Confirmation immédiate

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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.

Inclus

Ce qui est inclus

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

Non inclus

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

Itinéraire

  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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Annulation

Annulation gratuite jusqu’à 24 heures avant le début de l’expérience, avec remboursement intégral.

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À savoir avant de partir

Point de rendez-vous
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.
Prise en charge
Tout le monde se retrouve au point de départ ; il n’y a pas de prise en charge.
Type de billet
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Opéré par
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 visites de la ville 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

Londres réunit cérémonial royal, musées de rang mondial et monuments au bord de l'eau, avec des quartiers, des marchés et des parcs à explorer à pied.

La Tamise relie la ville d'un bout à l'autre. Sur ses rives se dressent le Parlement et Big Ben, la Tour de Londres et ses joyaux de la Couronne, Tower Bridge et la longue promenade de la South Bank, qui passe devant le London Eye, le Globe de Shakespeare et la Tate Modern. La cathédrale Saint-Paul et l'abbaye de Westminster ancrent la silhouette ancienne de la ville, tandis que les tours de verre se pressent dans le quartier financier.

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

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