Retrace the Final Steps of King Charles I on a Self-Guided Audio Tour
At a glance
Retrace the Final Steps of King Charles I on a Self-Guided Audio Tour 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, Lifetime access to this tour in English, Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata.
Highlights
- Private experience — just you and your group
- 7 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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Retrace the Final Steps of King Charles I on a Self-Guided Audio Tour
from $9.99
- Days:
- Every day
Times and prices come from the operator’s live schedule and are confirmed when you book.
Overview
Back in the 1600s, Londoners would gather to witness a very particular form of public entertainment. Hushed crowds would wait in anticipation for an offender to meet their end at the hands of an executioner. On the 30th January 1649, it was the reigning monarch, King Charles I, who had an appointment with the man who would end his life.
This self-guided audio tour charts the life and death of this ill-fated king, taking you to some of London’s most famous and iconic sights including:
• Henry VIII’s hunting lodge-turned-royal palace
• One of London’s most picturesque royal parks, once home to an elephant
• The abbey where all kings and queens have their coronation
• The ancient hall where Charles I was put on trial
• Henry VIII’s favoured jousting ground
• The remains of what was once Europe's largest palace
This walking tour can be enjoyed on location or even virtually at home with VoiceMap's Continuous Play function which disables the GPS playback.
What's included
What's included
- VoiceMap App for Android and iOS
- Lifetime access to this tour in English
- Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata
Not included
- Tickets or entrance fees to any museums or other attractions en route
- Smartphone and headphones
- Food and drink
- Transportation
Itinerary
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Stop 1
The tour stops briefly outside the St James' Palace gatehouse. Here you'll learn about the significant role St James's Palace played in the life of King Charles I.
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Stop 2
The tour takes you past The Queen's Chapel. While you walk, you'll learn a bit about the chapel's architect and who the chapel honours.
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Stop 3
The tour takes you through St James's Park. While you walk, you'll learn about the park's connection to Charles I.
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Stop 4
You'll stop briefly in front of the Cafe at Storey's Gate and learn a bit about its earlier history. .
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Stop 5
You'll stop in front of Westminster Abbey. You'll learn about the church, its history and its connection to King Charles I. The tour does not go inside the abbey.
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Stop 6
You'll stop briefly in front of the House of Commons. Here you'll learn how the House of Commons is connected to King Charles I and what it is used for today.
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Stop 7
The tour ends in front of the Banqueting House. You'll learn about the only visible remaining part of the old Palace of Whitehall and its connection to King Charles I.
Meeting point
The tour begins next to the entrance of the Caviar House & Prunier. 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 Banqueting House.
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
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
Frequently asked questions
How long does the Retrace the Final Steps of King Charles I on a Self-Guided Audio Tour 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; Lifetime access to this tour in English; Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata.
Where does it start?
The tour begins next to the entrance of the Caviar House & Prunier. 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?
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is guided in English.
