Four Centuries of Entertainment on London's South Bank: A Self-Guided Audio Tour
At a glance
Four Centuries of Entertainment on London's South Bank: A Self-Guided Audio Tour is a 45m private experience in London, United Kingdom, operated by VoiceMap Audio Tours. Prices start from $11.99 per person, and free cancellation is available. Included: VoiceMap Application, Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata, Lifetime access to Southwark: London's Historic Entertainment District tour.
Highlights
- Private experience — just you and your group
- Free cancellation for flexible planning
- 5 stops in one well-planned itinerary
Quick facts
- Duration
- 45m
- Group
- Private tour — only your group
- Languages
- English, Dutch
- 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
- Free cancellation (see policy)
Options & availability
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Four Centuries of Entertainment on London's South Bank: A Self-Guided Audio Tour
from $11.99
- Days:
- Every day
Times and prices come from the operator’s live schedule and are confirmed when you book.
Overview
Walk from London Bridge to the Tate Modern while you explore the South Bank of the River Thames at your own pace on this affordable self-guided tour.
• Follow in the footsteps of Chaucer and Shakespeare, and find out why being outside the City of London gave this bank of the river a murky reputation
• Hear from producer Brian Cookson, a Blue Badge Guide and the author of two books of London walks
• Do it all in 45 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 Application
- Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata
- Lifetime access to Southwark: London's Historic Entertainment District tour
- 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
Not included
- Smartphone and headphones
- Transportation
- Food/Drink
- Personal expenses for admission fees not included during the tour
Itinerary
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Stop 1
golden urn at the top which gives out a fiery glow in the sunshine. Take a closer look while I tell you more about it.
The golden urn at the top of the monument is at a height of 202 ft, which is the exact distance from the monument to the baker's shop in Pudding Lane where the fire started. -
Stop 2
The first incarnation of London Bridge was located back at the St Magnus Martyr Church. In 1831 a new London Bridge was constructed by John Rennie about 100 metres to the west.
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Stop 3
Inside Southwark Cathedral you will see beautiful architecture from the earliest Norman remains to the fine nineteenth century restoration of the Nave. There are also many splendid monuments, including a 20th Century stained glass window.
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Stop 4
The Bishops of Winchester were among the most powerful people in England in Medieval times. Bishop William Giffard built the original palace in 1109.
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Stop 5
The Tate Modern art gallery, opened in a former Power Station in 2001. It is now one of London's most popular visitor attractions and entry is free. The original oil-fired Power Station was designed by the architect Sir Giles Gilbert Scott.
Meeting point
Starts just outside Monument Underground Station. Before arrival, install the VoiceMap app and use the code provided on your ticket. This is a self-guided audio tour that you can start, pause, or restart any time and complete at your own pace. Directions to the starting point are in the app.
Good to know
- 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
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Frequently asked questions
How long does the Four Centuries of Entertainment on London's South Bank: A Self-Guided Audio Tour take?
The experience lasts about 45m.
How much does it cost?
Prices start from $11.99 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 Application; Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata; Lifetime access to Southwark: London's Historic Entertainment District tour; 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.
Where does it start?
Starts just outside Monument Underground Station. Before arrival, install the VoiceMap app and use the code provided on your ticket. This is a self-guided audio tour that you can start, pause, or restart any time and complete at your own pace. Directions to the starting point…
Can I cancel?
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is guided in English, Dutch.
