Essential Self Guided Walking Tour with Audio Guide and Quiz

Tours, France
Duration1h 30m - 2h
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
Instant confirmationYour booking is confirmed right away
TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesGerman, Portuguese, English, Chinese, Italian, French, Spanish
Private tourOnly your group will participate

Overview

Discover Tours at your own pace with a self-guided walking tour on your smartphone — no app needed. Explore 11 iconic landmarks with a smart map, and immerse yourself in the city's history through engaging audio stories and interactive quizzes at each stop. Start anytime, take as long as you want, and complete the 3 km route solo or with friends. No physical guide, no fixed schedule. Your ticket is valid for 6 months from purchase.

What's included

  • Self-guided tour on your smartphone, APP not needed!
  • Audioguide with quizzes about each point of interest along the tour
  • A physical guide (the tour is accessible on your smartphone)
  • Access offline. Internet needed on your phone

What to expect

  1. Basilique Saint Martin
    Pass by
    Stroll past the Basilique Saint Martin, a magnificent neo-Romanesque basilica built over the tomb of Saint Martin, one of the most venerated saints in medieval France.
  2. Collegiale Saint Martin et Tour Charlemagne
    Pass by
    Admire the Tour Charlemagne, a Romanesque tower that once flanked the medieval Basilica of Saint Martin, now standing as a silent witness to centuries of history in Tours.
  3. Place Plumereau
    Pass by
    Discover Place Plumereau, the beating heart of Tours' old town — a vibrant square lined with medieval half-timbered houses, cafés, and street life.
  4. Hotel Gouin
    Pass by
    Walk past the Hôtel Goüin, a stunning example of Flamboyant Gothic and early Renaissance architecture, one of the finest private residences from 15th-century Tours.
  5. Pass by
    Cross the Pont Wilson, a graceful 18th-century stone bridge spanning the Loire River, offering sweeping views of the water and the city skyline.
  6. Chateau de Tours
    Pass by
    Discover the Château de Tours, a medieval castle on the banks of the Loire that today houses a contemporary art museum, blending centuries of history with modern culture.
  7. Cathedrale Saint-Gatien
    Pass by
    Marvel at the Cathédrale Saint-Gatien, a stunning Gothic masterpiece whose soaring twin towers and intricate stained-glass windows took over four centuries to complete.
  8. Musee des Beaux-Arts Tours
    Pass by
    Conclude your tour at the Musée des Beaux-Arts, housed in a grand 17th-century archbishop's palace and home to a rich collection of paintings, sculptures, and decorative arts.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Start your self-guided tour at the entrance of Tour de l'Horloge. Open your Ciceru experience nearby and follow the route on your smartphone.

End point

The tour ends near Musée des Beaux-Arts (Palais des Archevêques). Take a moment to enjoy the area before finishing your walk.

Additional information

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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