Carcassonne Walking Tour with Audioguide on Your Smartphone
Embark on an intriguing journey through the landmarks of Carcassonne with TouringBee's convenient audio guide on your smartphone. This tour is specifically designed to explore the city in a brief period (1.5 hours). Follow the route on the app's map, starting from the train station, passing through the lower town, and ascending into the fortress. You’ll see:
- The legendary Canal du Midi
- Carcassonne's defensive walls and gates
- The city's museums and medieval reenactment camp
- The Castle of the Dukes of Carcassonne - Chateau Comtal
- Basilica of St. Nazarius
After downloading the tour data, the app operates offline. The audio guide is best enjoyed through your headphones. Delight in captivating stories and legends while moving at your own pace, without the need to keep up with a tour group.
If you only have one day to visit Carcassonne, spend it with a TouringBee audio guide and uncover the other sights the region has to offer.
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What's included in Carcassonne Walking Tour with Audioguide on Your Smartphone
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Embark on a scenic journey along the Canal du Midi in Carcassonne, a UNESCO World Heritage site and a marvel of 17th-century engineering. This serene waterway, flanked by lush greenery and charming villages, offers an idyllic escape into the heart of southern France. Cruise, bike, or stroll along its picturesque banks, passing historic locks and bridges. The Canal du Midi not only showcases breathtaking landscapes but also provides a tranquil respite, making it a perfect addition to your Carcassonne adventure.
Musee des Beaux-ArtsPass-by Only
Delve into the artistic treasures of the Musée des Beaux-Arts in Carcassonne, housed in a beautiful 18th-century building. This captivating museum showcases an impressive collection of European paintings, sculptures, and ceramics from the 17th to the 20th centuries. Highlights include works by renowned artists like Jean-Baptiste Camille Corot and Jacques Gamelin. The museum also hosts temporary exhibitions and cultural events. A visit to the Musée des Beaux-Arts offers a rich cultural journey through the fascinating world of fine arts.
Traverse the historic Pont Vieux de Carcassonne, an enchanting medieval bridge that connects the fortress-like Cité to the charming Bastide Saint-Louis. Built in the 14th century, this stone bridge offers panoramic views of both the ancient city walls and the picturesque Aude River. As you walk its cobbled pathway, imagine the countless stories of traders, soldiers, and travelers who once crossed these arches. The Pont Vieux is not just a crossing, but a timeless link between Carcassonne's rich past and vibrant present.
Inclusions
- Audio Guide App for iPhone and Android
- 1 year access to the tour in your preferred language.
- Offline map with route for easy GPS navigation
- Illustrations to identify the landmark
- 19 audio recordings narrated by a professional historian
- Human Guide
- Smartphones and headphones
- Transportation
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- The audio guide available anytime, date and time during checkout are approximate
- This is a self-guided tour, no guide will be at the meeting point
- You will have to download audio guide mobile app, activate your purchase and follow the route on the mobile app map (with no human guide)
- The audio guide is provided via mobile app for iOS and Android
- Bring your own headphones, they are not included
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Pickup and Dropoff
You will make your own way to the meeting points
Meeting / End Points
- - The tour begins at the Carcassonne train station. - This is a self-guided tour; there will be no guide present at the meeting point. - Open the TouringBee app, start the Carcassonne city tour, and follow the designated route.
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Ticket Redemption
- Open Viator Ticket - Find Viator Booking ref - it should start with BR-#### - Find your Viator Booking on https://activate.touringbee.com/?partner=viator
