Finding Fitzrovia: A Self-Guided Audio Tour of London
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.
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Finding Fitzrovia: A Self-Guided Audio Tour of London
What's included in Finding Fitzrovia: A Self-Guided Audio Tour of London
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
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.
The tour starts near The Fitzrovia Mural. While you walk, you'll hear about the mural and its artists Simon Barber and Mike Jones.
The tour takes you down Goodge St. You'll hear about this former trade street while you walk.
Inclusions
- Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata
- VoiceMap App for Android and iOS
- 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
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Meet
Pickup and Dropoff
You will make your own way to the meeting points
Meeting Points
- 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 Points
- The tour ends in front of the Warren Street Station.
Redeem
Ticket Redemption
VOICEMAP CODE ─── 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 ─── 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 ─── • 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 ─── For technical support and other queries, please email [email protected]
