Norwich’s Medieval Heart: A Self Guided Walking Tour

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About this activity

Norwich is an ancient city and religious centre, boasting two cathedrals and dozens of medieval churches. The people of Norwich, however, are anything but traditional.

On this walking tour, you’ll hear the stories of the dissidents and rebels who stood up for what they believed in, sometimes paying a very high price for their convictions.

The tour starts outside Norwich Cathedral, a beautiful example of Norman architecture founded in 1096 by bishop Herbert de Losinga. You’ll enter Tombland (old English for “Empty Space”), an ancient market area where you’ll hear about its surprising past. You’ll wind your way through the old city centre, past lots of tempting cafés, restaurants, and independent shops en route to Norwich Castle.

You’ll follow the banks of the River Wensum, as you make your way towards a brick artillery tower called Cow Tower that was built in 1398 to protect the city.

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At a glance

Duration: 1 h 15 min – 1 h 45 min
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–15
Audio guide: English
Written guide: English
Operated by: VoiceMap Audio Tours

Ages: Adults (6–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Lifetime access to this tour in English before your booking date and after it
Included: Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata
Included: App for Android and iOS
Included: Flexibility to explore at your own pace with a self-guided GPS tour
Included: Directions to the starting point so that when you’re in the right place, the tour will start

Not included

Not included: Smartphone and headphones
Not included: Personal expenses for attractions not included during the tour

Itinerary

Norwich Cathedral

Passing by

You'll pass by Norwich Cathedral, admired for its impressive Romanesque design and centuries of history. Please note that entry to the cathedral is not included in this tour.
Hungate Medieval Art

Passing by

You'll catch a glimpse of Hungate Medieval Art, a space dedicated to showcasing medieval stained glass and ecclesiastical art. Please note that entry to this venue is not included in this tour.
Museum of Norwich at the Bridewell

Passing by

You'll pass by the Museum of Norwich at the Bridewell, which tells the story of the city's rich industrial and social history. Please note that entry to the museum is not included in this tour.
Norwich Castle Museum & Art Gallery

Passing by

You'll catch a glimpse of Norwich Castle, a historic Norman fortress that now houses a museum and art gallery. Please note that entry to the castle is not included in this tour.
The South Asia Collection

Passing by

You'll pass by the South Asia Collection, home to a fascinating array of art and artifacts from across South Asia. Please note that entry to the collection is not included in this tour.
Norwich Market

Passing by

You'll pass by Norwich Market, one of England's oldest and largest open-air markets, brimming with local goods and vibrant stalls. Please note that entry to the market is not included in this tour.
Strangers' Hall Museum

Passing by

You'll pass by Strangers' Hall, a historic home that offers a glimpse into Norwich's past with its period rooms and collections. Please note that entry to the hall is not included in this tour.
Bishops Bridge

Passing by

You'll pass by Bishop Bridge, a charming medieval bridge that spans the River Wensum, offering a picturesque view of the city.

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

This tour starts at Norwich. Before arrival, please install the mobile app and use the code provided on your confirmation ticket. Detailed starting point instructions are available after downloading.

End point

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:

Install the VoiceMap Audio Tours mobile app

Create an account

Select Tour Codes from the menu, then select Enter Codes

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]