Medieval London: A Self-Guided Audio Tour from Monument to the Tower of London
At a glance
Medieval London: A Self-Guided Audio Tour from Monument to the Tower of London is a 40m – 2h private experience in London, United Kingdom, operated by VoiceMap Audio Tours. Travellers rate it 3.8 out of 5 across 5 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor. Prices start from $7.99 per person. Included: Lifetime access to this tour in English, Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata, VoiceMap app for Andoird and iOS.
Highlights
- Private experience — just you and your group
- 10 stops in one well-planned itinerary
Quick facts
- Duration
- 40m – 2h
- 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 · adult required
- Ages
- Child 6–12 · Youth 13–20 · Adult 21–60 · Senior 61–99
- Cancellation
- See cancellation policy
Options & availability
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Medieval London: A Self-Guided Audio Tour from Monument to the Tower 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
Put the Tower of London in its often gruesome context on this two mile riverside walk from Monument Station to Traitors’ Gate.
• Spot Roman ruins, find out about the 10 infamous executions here – including Anne Boleyn’s at the hands of an expert swordsman from France – and meet a brazen thief who almost escaped with the Crown Jewels
• Hear from producer James Holdstock, an author of historical fiction set at the Tower
• Do it all a little over an hour 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
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
- Lifetime access to this tour in English
- Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata
- VoiceMap app for Andoird and iOS
Not included
- Smartphone and headphones
- Transportation
- Food and drink
- Tickets or entrance fees to any museums or other attractions en route
Itinerary
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Stop 1
The tour starts here at The Monument which is a Doric column adorned by flames that commemorates the great fire of London and the subsequent rebuilding of the city.
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Stop 2
The tour takes you over London Bridge where you learn a bit about it and it's predecessor's history.
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Stop 3
From London Bridge you will have a fantastic view of The Shard. It's got 95 floors and was started in 2009 and opened to the public in 2013. It's also been known as the Shard of Glass and London Bridge Tower.
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Stop 4
The tour goes along the South Bank of the River Thames.
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Stop 5
You'll have a great view of the HMS Belfast and will learn a bit about the ship during this tour.
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Stop 6
You'll pass London's City Hall on the tour. It was completed in 2002 and is essentially the Mayor of London's office.
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Stop 7
The tour takes you over Tower Bridge where you will learn a bit more about what used to go on at the bridge.
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Stop 8
A large part of the tour takes place at the Tower of London where you'll hear about its fascinating history.
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Stop 9
The tour takes you through the garden
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Stop 10
You'll pass by Tower Hill and discover some fascinating facts about the executions that took place there
Meeting point
Start outside Monument Tube Station. District or Circle Line station. 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.
End point
The tour ends outside the Tower of London near Tower Bridge and the River Thames.
Traveller ratings
3.8
5 reviews on Viator & Tripadvisor
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- 4 ★ 2
- 3 ★ 0
- 2 ★ 0
- 1 ★ 1
Good to know
- 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 Medieval London: A Self-Guided Audio Tour from Monument to the Tower of London take?
The experience lasts about 40m – 2h.
How much does it cost?
Prices start from $7.99 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?
Lifetime access to this tour in English; Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata; VoiceMap app for Andoird and iOS.
Where does it start?
Start outside Monument Tube Station. District or Circle Line station. 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…
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.
Is it worth it?
Travellers rate it 3.8 out of 5 across 5 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor, which places it among the top-rated experiences in London.
