Finding Fitzrovia: A Self-Guided Audio Tour of London

5.0 (1 reviews) London, England
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Duration1h 15m - 1h 30m
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish
Private tourOnly your group will participate

Overview

Venture off London’s well-worn tourist trail and discover the city’s often overlooked Fitzrovia neighbourhood with this affordable walking tour.

• See where part of the Beatles’ 1964 film ‘A Hard Days Night’ was filmed and where Charles Dickens once lived
• Hear from producer Steve Matthews who’s been sharing his passion for London’s history through guided tours since 2010
• Do it all in 75 minutes 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.

What's included

  • VoiceMap App for Android and iOS
  • Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata
  • Lifetime access to this self-guided tour in English
  • Tickets or entrance fees to any museums or other attractions en route
  • Smarphone and headphones
  • Food and drinks
  • Transportation

What to expect

  1. Pass by
    The tour takes place in Fitzrovia, the neighbourhood on the fringe of Soho. On this self-guided audio tour, you'll hear all about its strange history, why it was viewed with suspicion by the neighbouring districts to the south, and the fact that it had no official name until the 1970s.
  2. Pass by
    The tour starts near The Fitzrovia Mural. While you walk, you'll hear about the mural and its artists Simon Barber and Mike Jones.
  3. Pass by
    The tour takes you down Goodge St. You'll hear about this former trade street while you walk.
  4. Fitzrovia
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    The tour passes by Fitzrovia pub. You'll hear about the pub while you walk.
  5. Pass by
    The tour passes by Fitzroy Tavern. While you walk, you'll hear about the tavern including how novelist Patrick Hamilton used to frequent it.
  6. Pass by
    The tour passes by The Newman Arms on the way through The Newman Passage. You'll hear about the pub while you walk.
  7. Pass by
    The tour passes by BT Tower. You'll hear about the tower that dominates Fitzrovia's skyline while you walk.
  8. Fitzroy Square
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    The tour goes around Fitzroy Square. You'll hear about the square and how London's aristocrats dominated the square.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

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. Detailed starting point instructions are available after downloading.

End point

The tour ends in front of the Warren Street Station.

Additional information

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

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

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