Geneva Left Bank: Flower Clock to Escalade Fountain Audio Guide
This self-guided audio tour winds back Geneva’s contemporary and ancient history on a lakeside stroll. Experience the magic of GPS playback on this immersive stroll along Geneva's left bank. Where does the name Geneva come from? Why isn’t a watch called a clock? I’ll share the stories behind these questions and several others as we stroll along the left bank of the world-famous Bay of Geneva and across the river Rhone. Whether this is your first time in Geneva or you’re a seasoned visitor, during this walking tour, you’ll hear plenty of tales that’ll surprise you. You’ll learn about watchmaking, finance, industry, philosophy, the Celts, the Romans and the struggle for our city’s independence. Join me on this eye-opening walk and discover what makes Geneva the smallest internationally important city in Europe.
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Geneva Left Bank: Flower Clock to Escalade Fountain Audio Guide
What's included in Geneva Left Bank: Flower Clock to Escalade Fountain Audio Guide
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
The Flower ClockPass-by Only
Begin your tour at the famous Flower Clock, a stunning symbol of Geneva’s watchmaking industry, crafted with an array of colorful flowers and precise Swiss timekeeping.
Brunswick MonumentPass-by Only
Pass by the Brunswick Monument, an impressive mausoleum dedicated to Charles II, Duke of Brunswick, and hear about his contributions to the city and his fascinating life story.
Admire the iconic Geneva Water Fountain, one of the tallest in the world, and learn about its origins and the engineering marvel behind this powerful jet of water.
Inclusions
- Get unlimited, lifetime use of this tour, before your booking date and after it
- The virtual playback option, so you can listen to this tour like an audiobook from anywhere
- Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata
- Flexibility to explore at your own pace with a self-guided GPS tour
- Directions to the starting point so that when you’re in the right place, the tour will start
- Please bring your own smartphone and headphones
- Service animals allowed
- 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
- The tour starts in front of the flower clock at the left bank of the lake near the first bridge. It’s situated next to the road, across from place Longemalle, so big, you can’t miss it.
End Points
- The tour ends at Fontaine De L'escalade.
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 ─── 1. Once you've received your code, please follow these steps: 2. Install the VoiceMap Audio Tours mobile app 3. Create an account 4. Select Tour Codes from the menu, then select Enter Codes 5. 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]
