Roman London's Rise and Fall: A History Hit Audio Tour
At a glance
Roman London's Rise and Fall: A History Hit Audio Tour is a 1h 30m – 2h private experience in London, United Kingdom, operated by VoiceMap Audio Tours. Prices start from $11.99 per person, and free cancellation is available. Included: Lifetime access to this tour in English before your booking date and after it, Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata, App for Android and iOS.
Highlights
- Private experience — just you and your group
- Free cancellation for flexible planning
- 5 stops in one well-planned itinerary
Quick facts
- Duration
- 1h 30m – 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
- Ages
- Adult 6–99
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation (see policy)
Options & availability
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Roman London's Rise and Fall: A History Hit 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
Roman London isn't buried beneath the city – it is the city. On this audio walking tour by ancient historian Tristan Hughes, you'll follow the rise and fall of Londinium, from its founding as a Roman military outpost to its destruction by fire and its eventual abandonment.
You'll pass through Leadenhall Market, built over the foundations of a basilica that was once the largest civic complex north of the Alps, and continue through the streets the Romans laid out as a deliberate display of imperial power.
Along the way, you'll discover how 35,000 people once lived here – eating dormice and figs, bumping into merchants from Palmyra and soldiers from the Rhine – before plague, rebellion, and the collapse of the Empire's frontiers drained the city of its reason to exist. By 410 AD, Emperor Honorius told the cities of Britain to look to their own defences, and Rome simply walked away.
What's included
What's included
- Lifetime access to this tour in English before your booking date and after it
- Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata
- App for Android and iOS
- 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
- Personal expenses for admission fees not included during the tour
- Food and drink
- Transportation
Itinerary
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Stop 1
You’ll pass by London Bridge, the modern crossing over the River Thames that stands on the site of centuries of historic bridges linking the City of London with Southwark. Any costs related to visiting the area are not covered in this tour.
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Stop 2
You’ll pass by Leadenhall Market, a beautifully restored Victorian market known for its ornate architecture, boutique shops, and appearance in several films. Please note that entry to the market or any purchases made inside are not included in this tour.
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Stop 3
You’ll pass by the Mansion House, the official residence of the Lord Mayor of the City of London, renowned for its grand Palladian architecture and ceremonial role. Please note that entry to the building is not included in this tour.
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Stop 4
You’ll pass by the London Mithraeum, the reconstructed remains of a Roman temple dedicated to the god Mithras, offering a glimpse into the city’s ancient past. Please note that entry to the museum and archaeological site is not included in this tour.
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Stop 5
You’ll pass by the St Giles Cripplegate and City Wall Tower, where one of London’s few surviving medieval churches stands alongside a preserved section of the ancient Roman city wall. Please note that entry to the church and tower is not included in this tour.
Meeting point
This tour starts at London Bridge Southside. Before arrival, please install the mobile app and use the code provided on your confirmation ticket. Detailed starting point instructions are available after downloading.
End point
The tour ends in front of the Roman Wall at St. Giles Cripplegate
Good to know
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- 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 Roman London's Rise and Fall: A History Hit Audio Tour take?
The experience lasts about 1h 30m – 2h.
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?
Lifetime access to this tour in English before your booking date and after it; Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata; App for Android and iOS; 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?
This tour starts at London Bridge Southside. Before arrival, please install the mobile app and use the code provided on your confirmation ticket. Detailed starting point instructions are available after downloading.
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.
