Finding Fitzrovia: A Self-Guided Audio Tour of London
At a glance
Finding Fitzrovia: A Self-Guided Audio Tour of London is a 1h 15m – 1h 30m private experience in London, United Kingdom, operated by VoiceMap Audio Tours. Prices start from $9.99 per person. Included: VoiceMap App for Android and iOS, Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata, Lifetime access to this self-guided tour in English.
Highlights
- Private experience — just you and your group
- 8 stops in one well-planned itinerary
Quick facts
- Duration
- 1h 15m – 1h 30m
- Group
- Private tour — only your group
- Languages
- English
- Pickup
- Meet at the start point
- Confirmation
- Instant confirmation
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Travellers
- 1–15 per booking
- Ages
- Adult 6–99
- Cancellation
- See cancellation policy
Options & availability
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Finding Fitzrovia: A Self-Guided Audio Tour of London
from $9.99
- Days:
- Every day
Times and prices come from the operator’s live schedule and are confirmed when you book.
Overview
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
What's included
- VoiceMap App for Android and iOS
- Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata
- Lifetime access to this self-guided tour in English
Not included
- Tickets or entrance fees to any museums or other attractions en route
- Smarphone and headphones
- Food and drinks
- Transportation
Itinerary
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Stop 1
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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Stop 2
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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Stop 3
The tour takes you down Goodge St. You'll hear about this former trade street while you walk.
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Stop 4
The tour passes by Fitzrovia pub. You'll hear about the pub while you walk.
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Stop 5
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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Stop 6
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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Stop 7
The tour passes by BT Tower. You'll hear about the tower that dominates Fitzrovia's skyline while you walk.
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Stop 8
The tour goes around Fitzroy Square. You'll hear about the square and how London's aristocrats dominated the square.
Meeting point
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 point
The tour ends in front of the Warren Street Station.
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Good to know
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
Frequently asked questions
How long does the Finding Fitzrovia: A Self-Guided Audio Tour of London take?
The experience lasts about 1h 15m – 1h 30m.
How much does it cost?
Prices start from $9.99 per person. The final price depends on the date, time and number of travellers, and is confirmed on Viator before you pay.
What's included?
VoiceMap App for Android and iOS; Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata; Lifetime access to this self-guided tour in English.
Where does it start?
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…
Can I cancel?
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is guided in English.
