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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
Meeting and pickup
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.
The tour ends in front of the Warren Street Station.
Itinerary
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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.
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The tour starts near The Fitzrovia Mural. While you walk, you'll hear about the mural and its artists Simon Barber and Mike Jones.
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The tour takes you down Goodge St. You'll hear about this former trade street while you walk.
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The tour passes by Fitzrovia pub. You'll hear about the pub while you walk.
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The tour passes by Fitzroy Tavern. While you walk, you'll hear about the tavern including how novelist Patrick Hamilton used to frequent it.
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The tour passes by The Newman Arms on the way through The Newman Passage. You'll hear about the pub while you walk.
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The tour passes by BT Tower. You'll hear about the tower that dominates Fitzrovia's skyline while you walk.
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The tour goes around Fitzroy Square. You'll hear about the square and how London's aristocrats dominated the square.
Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Cancellation Policy
This experience is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
You will not receive a refund if you cancel.
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