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

Highlights

Reiseverlauf

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   Covent Garden

   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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   Royal Observatory Greenwich

   Known as the "Actors' Church," this

   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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   Theatre Royal Drury Lane

   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. 4

   Royal Observatory Greenwich

   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. 5

   Lyceum Theatre

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

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   Somerset House

   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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   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. 8

   Known as "The Ladies' Bridge," it

   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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   Royal Observatory Greenwich

   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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    Royal Observatory Greenwich

    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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Treffpunkt

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.

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Abholung

• Alle treffen sich am Startpunkt

Gut zu wissen

• 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.
• Mobile or paper ticket accepted
• One per booking
• VOICEMAP CODE ─── Please check your email at the address you provided when you made this booking. VoiceMap has sent you an eight character code you'll need to redeem your tour. This code can be used by every member of your party. If you've booked for three people, for example, three people can download this tour using the same code. DOWNLOAD INSTRUCTIONS ─── Once you've received your code, please follow these steps: 1. Install the VoiceMap Audio Tours mobile app 2. Create an account 3. Select Tour Codes from the menu, then select Enter Codes 4. Enter your code then select Download Now PLEASE NOTE ─── • You can download the tour at any time, before or after your booking date. It’s best to download the tour before you set off for the starting point. • This tour follows a set route and includes turn-by-turn directions. It works best if you start it in the right place and follow the directions from one location to the next. • When the download completes, you’ll see a screen with a photo of the starting point and directions to it. The red start button will become active when you are at the starting point. • Remember to bring your own headphones, unless you have booked a driving tour. SUPPORT ─── For technical support and other queries, please email [email protected]

Stornierung und Erstattung

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.