London's Alternative History: A Self-Guided Audio Tour | 1 hour to 1 hour 30 minutes

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London's Alternative History: A Self-Guided Audio Tour
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London's Alternative History: A Self-Guided Audio Tour
2 Adults x $7.99
$15.98
Approx Total
$15.98

Inclusions / Exclusions

  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English, Dutch
  • VoiceMap Application
  • Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata
  • Lifetime access to 'London's Alternative History Tour'
  • Smartphone
  • Transportation
  • Food/drinks
  • Tickets or entrance fees to any museums or other attractions en route

Overview

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.

Itinerary

  • Covent Garden (Pass By)

    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.

  • N/A (Pass By)

    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.

  • Theatre Royal Drury Lane (Pass By)

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

  • N/A (Pass By)

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

  • Lyceum Theatre (Pass By)

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

  • Somerset House (Pass By)

    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.

  • Victoria Embankment (Pass By)

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

  • Waterloo Bridge (Pass By)

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

  • N/A (Pass By)

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

  • N/A (Pass By)

    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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Additional Info

  • 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.

Non Refundable

This experience is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.

  • This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Wonderful tour, so easy to use

Published on Mar, 2023

I am such a fan of these voice map tours! They are so well executed and truly entertaining. I am ordinarily very challenged with Google walk directions but voice maps made it so easy. Would tell me where to look, which way to turn, etc. And the narrator was terrific . I can’t wait to do another today !

Highly recommend!

Published on May, 2022

I had a couple of hours to fill in our day and found this online. So glad I did! It was really interesting and fun to follow the route. We took longer than the hour but that’s why this is great- it’s totally up to you how long you take. We stopped and chatted here and there about what we were listening to - just paused the audio and I don’t walk particularly fast! We learnt some fab facts that I’ve been telling everyone about since arriving home! I shall do more of these in other cities.

Get to know the city even as a local!

Published on Oct, 2019

Did this tour a few weeks ago and loved it - got to know so much about the city despite having lived here my whole life. Learned a bunch of things I never knew, really easy to use the interface as well.

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