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Architecture of London: A Self-Guided Audio Tour

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Sobre esta atividade

Trace London's development through its landmarks from the 17th Century to today. Explore at your own pace with this affordable self-guided walking tour. • Learn about the contemporary architects whose unconventional work makes London's skyline so distinctive • Hear from producer, Dr. Alan Montgomery, one of Context Travel's local expert tour guides • Do it all in an hour or linger at stops along the way with complete control over when you start and finish • Get unlimited use before your booking date and after it • Use the virtual tour option at home Once you’ve booked, you’ll receive a ticket with instructions and a unique code listed under “Before You Go”. Then simply install the VoiceMap app and enter your code. The app displays directions to the starting point, and when you’re in the right place, just pop in your headphones and tap start. VoiceMap has automatic GPS playback, with turn-by-turn directions. It also works offline.

Destaques

    O que está incluído

    • Lifetime access to this tour in English
    • Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata
    • App for Android and iOS

    Não incluído

    • Smartphone and headphones
    • Transportation
    • Food and Drinks

    Itinerário

    1. St. Paul's Cathedral

      As you wind from St. Paul's Cathedral through London’s Square Mile, you’ll see several centuries-old landmarks designed by renowned architect, Christopher Wren. You’ll hear how Wren, along with his team, helped rebuild the city in the aftermath of the Great Fire of 1666.

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    2. The City of London

      The City of London has been shaped by almost 2,000 years of history. On this walking tour with Context expert Dr. Alan Montgomery, – a London-based scholar, author, and guide who holds an MA in Art History and Architecture, and a PhD in Classical Civilization – you’ll take in traces of its long-checkered story in the form of buildings both ancient and modern.

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    3. Royal Observatory Greenwich

      On this tour, you'll see how London's history

      On this tour, you'll see how London's history is reflected in its built environment from the Roman Empire to the 21st Century. You'll also understand the impact of Baroque architect Christopher Wren on the modernization of London

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    4. Royal Observatory Greenwich

      Take in the Bloomberg Arcade as you walk around the Square Mile.

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    5. Guildhall

      See London's Guidhall and hear about its history while you walk around London.

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    6. Royal Observatory Greenwich

      Stroll around the Bank of England, learning its secrets and hearing about the architects behind it.

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    7. Royal Observatory Greenwich

      On this tour, you'll have a chance to pop by the George and Vulture, a pub frequented Charles Dickens, who mentions it several times in his famous novel The Pickwick Papers.

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    8. Leadenhall Market

      On this tour, you'll have the opportunity to stroll through Leadenhall Market and learn about its history while you walk.

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    9. The Gherkin

      You'll stroll through centuries of history on this tour, ending with modern skyscrapers like Norman Foster's Gherkin, Renzo Piano's Shard and Richard Rogers' Cheesegrater.

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    Ponto de encontro

    Before arrival, please install the 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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    Recolha

    • Todos se encontram no ponto de partida

    Regresso

    • The tour ends at the intersection of Lime Street and Leadenhall Street.

    O que saber antes de ir

    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • Please Note: Tickets or entrance fees are not included in the price of this tour.
    • 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]

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    All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

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    Código do produto
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