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London's Alternative History: A Self-Guided Audio Tour

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If you like humorous history, quirky facts and hidden surprises, this self-guided walk right in the centre of London is for you. Having lived in London all my life, I decided to uncover its wacky history. I'm also an avid traveller and understand the importance of experiencing a city with a local guide. But more importantly, I love sharing this city's amazing history! On this tour, you’ll learn about the secret behind the flow of the River Thames, the origins of the name “Covent Garden”, and the story of a drink most wouldn't associate with Britain. You'll also discover how the Americans stole coffee from the British, see the only street in London that confuses taxi drivers and learn about London's most notorious 18th-century brothel and the now-extinct police force that shut it down. Whether you’re visiting London for the first time or are a local curious about the city's alternative tales, this tour is a valuable introduction to the city's alternative history.
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  • VoiceMap Application
  • Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata
  • Lifetime access to 'London's Alternative History Tour'
  • Smartphone
  • Transportation
  • Food/drinks
  • Tickets or entrance fees to any museums or other attractions en route
Departure Point

The Piazza, 1-7 Covent Garden, London WC2E, Verenigd Koninkrijk 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.

  • Covent Garden, London, United Kingdom
    Explore the bustling market and discover the origins of its name, which comes from "Convent Garden" due to its history as a convent’s garden in medieval times.
  • Bedford St, London WC2E 9ED, Verenigd Koninkrijk
    Known as the "Actors' Church," this is where many famous actors have been memorialized. It's also the location of London's first recorded punch-up.
  • Theatre Royal Drury Lane, London, United Kingdom
    The oldest theatre site in London, with a rich history of performances and ghostly apparitions, including the infamous "Man in Grey."
  • 58 Bow Rd, Bow, London E3 4DJ, UK
    Learn about the intriguing cases and famous trials that took place here, reflecting the quirky side of London's legal history.
  • Lyceum Theatre, London, United Kingdom
    Famous for its productions, including "The Lion King," and its connection to the early days of electricity in theatre lighting.
  • Somerset House, London, United Kingdom
    Discover this grand building's transformation from a Tudor palace to a Navy office, and its role in the development of the British postal system.
  • Victoria Embankment, London, United Kingdom
    Walk along the riverside promenade and hear about its construction, which involved diverting the River Thames and revealed hidden river secrets.
  • Waterloo Bridge, London, United Kingdom
    Known as "The Ladies' Bridge," it was largely built by women during World War II and offers spectacular views of London.
  • Carting Ln, London WC2R, UK
    Home to the last remaining Victorian gas lamp in London, powered by sewer gas, earning it the nickname "The Lamp that Lights Itself."
  • Strand, London WC2R 0EZ, UK
    The first public building in the world to be lit entirely by electricity, with a history of luxurious guests and infamous parties.
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • This tour is wheelchair accessible with one caveat: part of the final portion of the tour after Waterloo Bridge has staircases – wheelchair users can stay on bridge-level and proceed to the final two stops which are on the same level.
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.
    Jill_C
    03 Feb 2024
    What an amazing experience, thank you. Your pace was exactly right. Four of us absolutely loved the walking tour, all interesting, Covent Garden, Dickens flat, Somerset house even though we had a very interesting tour there the day before, the Savoy cabs and carts!! Also, the voice was soothing and perfectly paced. Excellent ????. Looking forward to another.
    sarah_r
    08 Mar 2023
    I am such a fan of these voice map tours! They are so well executed and truly entertaining. I am ordinarily very challenged with Google walk directions but voice maps made it so easy. Would tell me where to look, which way to turn, etc. And the narrator was terrific . I can’t wait to do another today !
    Tracy_N
    21 May 2022
    I had a couple of hours to fill in our day and found this online. So glad I did! It was really interesting and fun to follow the route. We took longer than the hour but that’s why this is great- it’s totally up to you how long you take. We stopped and chatted here and there about what we were listening to - just paused the audio and I don’t walk particularly fast! We learnt some fab facts that I’ve been telling everyone about since arriving home! I shall do more of these in other cities.
    This tour in London is organized by VoiceMap

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