James Bond’s London: A Self-Guided Audio Tour

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About this activity

For almost sixty years, James Bond films have been at the top of box office charts, making this one of the most successful movie franchises ever. Fans worldwide have been thrilled by the storylines, the action, the glamour and the cars – as well as the iconic locations, many of which are right here in London.

This self-guided audio tour starts in Piccadilly, and then navigates the elegant streets of St James's where you'll find some of London's most exclusive private members clubs and ends up in the vibrant Covent Garden area. Along the way, you'll hear fun facts and trivia about the making of the films and gossip about the various actors who've made this iconic role their own.

This is a great tour for James Bond enthusiasts, but equally enjoyable for those who simply want to soak up the unique atmosphere that this great city has to offer. This walking tour can be enjoyed on location or even virtually at home with VoiceMap's Continuous Play function which disables the GPS playback.

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At a glance

Duration: 1 h 30 min – 2 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–15
Audio guide: English
Operated by: VoiceMap Audio Tours

Ages: Adults (6–99 years)

What is included

Included

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

Not included

Not included: Tickets or entrance fees to any museums or other attractions en route
Not included: Smartphone and headphones
Not included: Food and drink
Not included: Transportation

Itinerary

Stop 1

Passing by

On this tour, you'll briefly stop outside The Ritz to learn about its history and connection to James Bond author, Ian Fleming. You'll hear more about the hotel's connection to Bond while you continue the tour.
Stop 2

Passing by

The tour stops briefly outside Boodles Gentlemen's Club. Here you'll learn which fictional club in the Bond books was inspired by this real-life club.
Stop 3

Passing by

The tour makes a brief stop outside the Dukes Hotel and Bar. You'll learn about the hotel's history and how it was one of Ian Fleming's favourite watering holes.
John Lobb

Passing by

The tour stops briefly outside of John Lobb and Lock & Co. There you'll learn about the shop's long-standing history with the Bond films.
Reform Club

Passing by

You'll make a brief stop outside the Reform Club. Here you'll learn which two of the Bond films are connected to the club.
Stop 6

Passing by

The tour stops briefly outside The National Gallery. You'll hear which Bond film has a scene shot inside the gallery and, if you wish, you'll have an opportunity to pause the tour and go inside.
Stop 7

Passing by

The tour stops briefly outside the Old War Office building where you'll hear about its history and its connection to the Bond films.
Stop 8

Passing by

The tour stops briefly outside the Ministry of Defence. You'll learn about the building's history and its connection to the Bond films.
Stop 9

Passing by

The tour stops briefly across from the restaurant at 2 Whitehall Court. You'll learn about the building's history, its connection to the real-life head of the Secret Intelligence Service and who he inspired in Bond.
Somerset House

Passing by

You'll stop briefly in front of Somerset House where you'll hear which movies the location has been featured in.
Stop 11

Passing by

The tour ends in front of the Rules restaurant. Here you'll hear about the restaurant's feature in the 2015 film Spectre as well as some of its history.

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

The tour starts outside Green Park Tube Station. 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.

End point

The tour ends outside Rules restaurant.

Using your ticket

VOICEMAP CODE

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Please check your email at the address you provided when you made this booking. You've been sent 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

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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

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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

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For technical support and other queries, please email [email protected]