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St James Audio Walking Tour: Risqué Royals and Secret Locations

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Les descriptions sont affichées en anglais.

  • 1–1,5 heures
  • Annulation gratuite jusqu’à 24 h avant
  • Guidé en anglais
  • Confirmation immédiate

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Ever wondered what it‘s like to live and shop like a royal? On this self-guided audio tour, you‘ll find out as you explore the exclusive neighbourhood of St James‘s – an area owned by the Crown Estate. Starting in front of the Ritz Hotel, you‘ll hear about the district‘s royal roots. From there, I‘ll point out other lavish establishments, including several famous private membership clubs like London‘s first gentlemen‘s club, the White‘s Club, and the men‘s only East India Club. You‘ll pass by the hidden Blue Ball Yard, James J. Fox, which is the oldest cigar merchant in the world, and Lock & Co. Hatters. After circling St James‘ Square, you‘ll pick up the pace for a royal finish along the Mall. By the end of this hour-long London walking tour, you‘ll see famous royal sights as well as discover a pocket of London just steps away that is unlike any other and bursting with gems.

Inclus

Ce qui est inclus

  • Lifetime access to this tour in English before your booking date and after it
  • Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata
  • Flexibility to explore at your own pace with a self-guided GPS tour
  • App for Android and iOS
  • Directions to the starting point so that when you’re in the right place, the tour will start

Non inclus

  • Smartphone and headphones
  • Food and Drinks
  • Transportation
  • Personal expenses for admission fees not included during the tour

Itinéraire

  1. Marvel at the iconic façade of this legendary luxury hotel with its elegant Louis XVI architecture and famous arcade. You'll discover how The Ritz became synonymous with opulence and high society glamour.

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  2. Pass the world's oldest hat shop, established in 1676, with its traditional storefront and royal warrants displayed. You'll learn how this historic establishment has crafted headwear for royalty and distinguished customers for over three centuries.

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  3. Admire Britain's oldest wine merchant, trading from the same premises since 1698, with its charming historic shopfront. You'll explore how this family business has supplied fine wines to the royal family for generations.

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  4. Stroll around this elegant garden square surrounded by grand Georgian townhouses and historic buildings. You'll discover how this exclusive address became home to aristocrats and remains one of London's most prestigious locations.

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  5. View the iconic department store with its distinctive eau de nil façade and ornate clock featuring Mr Fortnum and Mr Mason. You'll see where royalty has shopped for luxury goods and hampers since 1707.

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  6. Pass the Tudor brick gatehouse of this working royal palace where the Royal Court is still officially based. You'll walk past the historic residence that has housed monarchs and remains central to royal ceremonies.

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  7. View the elegant stucco mansion that serves as the official London residence of King Charles III. You'll discover the royal history of this distinguished townhouse on the Mall.

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  8. Walk along the ceremonial route lined with Union Jack flags leading to Buckingham Palace. You'll experience the grand processional avenue used for royal occasions and state events.

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  9. Marvel at the iconic facade of the official London residence and administrative headquarters of the British monarch. You'll see the balcony where the royal family appears during major celebrations and ceremonies.

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  10. Admire the grand marble monument featuring Queen Victoria surrounded by allegorical sculptures and golden figures. You'll enjoy the centerpiece of the ceremonial route where state processions gather before the palace.

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  11. Pass through this serene royal park with its tree-lined paths and peaceful open spaces. You'll stroll through one of London's eight Royal Parks, a tranquil green oasis in the heart of the city.

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  12. View the magnificent Palladian mansion with its impressive stone façade overlooking Green Park. You'll discover London's finest surviving 18th-century aristocratic townhouse, ancestral home of Princess Diana's family.

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Annulation

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

À savoir avant de partir

Point de rendez-vous
This tour begins under The Ritz sign next to the red telephone boxes and the entrance to Green Park.
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
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

How it compares in Londres

  • Its from-price is 96% below the median of the 4793 experiences we list in Londres.
  • It is shorter than most of them.
  • 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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