Architecture of London: A Self-Guided Audio Tour

one hour – 1 h 30 min Private tour

Architecture of London: A Self-Guided Audio Tour, photo 2 — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

About this activity

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.

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At a glance

Duration: one hour – 1 h 30 min
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: Lifetime access to this tour in English
Included: Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata
Included: App for Android and iOS

Not included

Not included: Smartphone and headphones
Not included: Transportation
Not included: Food and Drinks

Itinerary

St. Paul's Cathedral

Passing by

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.
Paternoster Square

Passing by

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.
Stop 3

Passing by

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
Stop 4

Passing by

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

Passing by

See London's Guidhall and hear about its history while you walk around London.
Stop 6

Passing by

Stroll around the Bank of England, learning its secrets and hearing about the architects behind it.
Stop 7

Passing by

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.
Leadenhall Market

Passing by

On this tour, you'll have the opportunity to stroll through Leadenhall Market and learn about its history while you walk.
30 St Mary Axe (The Gherkin)

Passing by

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.

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

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.

End point

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

Using your ticket

VOICEMAP CODE

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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

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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]