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Brutalism in Barbican: An Architectural Audio Tour
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Greater London
Important Information
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Public transportation options are available nearby
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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Step into the Barbican Estate, a post-World War II architectural marvel in London. This 40-acre site within the city centre is a prime example of Brutalist architecture, with its raw concrete structures, angular forms, and functional design. This walking tour delves into the Barbican Estate‘s dramatic architectural landscape and expertly showcases its prominent sites.
You‘ll make your way across the Highwalk system to enjoy panoramic views of Lauderdale Tower, Shakespeare Tower, and Cromwell Tower, once London‘s tallest residential structures. As you make your way around the estate and across Gilbert Bridge, you‘ll see the estate‘s iconic sites and hear some of its secrets. At the Barbican ...
Highlights
From 1 hour to 1 hour and 30 minutes
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
From 1 hour to 1 hour and 30 minutes
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Lifetime access to this tour in English
VoiceMap app for Android and iOS
Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata
Tickets or entrance fees to any museums or other attractions en route
Smartphone and headphones
Food and drink
Transportation
Meeting Points
Departure
Barbican
The tour starts outside Barbican Station. Before arrival, please install the mobile app and use the code provided on your confirmation ticket. Detailed starting point instructions are available after downloading.
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Brutalism in Barbican: An Architectural Audio Tour
(1) Reviews
Greater London
About
Step into the Barbican Estate, a post-World War II architectural marvel in London. This 40-acre site within the city centre is a prime example of Brutalist architecture, with its raw concrete structures, angular forms, and functional design. This walking tour delves into the Barbican Estate‘s dramatic architectural landscape and expertly showcases its prominent sites.
You‘ll make your way across the Highwalk system to enjoy panoramic views of Lauderdale Tower, Shakespeare Tower, and Cromwell Tower, once London‘s tallest residential structures. As you make your way around the estate and across Gilbert Bridge, you‘ll see the estate‘s iconic sites and hear some of its secrets. At the Barbican ...
Highlights
From 1 hour to 1 hour and 30 minutes
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
From 1 hour to 1 hour and 30 minutes
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Lifetime access to this tour in English
VoiceMap app for Android and iOS
Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata
Tickets or entrance fees to any museums or other attractions en route
Smartphone and headphones
Food and drink
Transportation
Meeting Points
Departure
Barbican
The tour starts outside Barbican Station. Before arrival, please install the mobile app and use the code provided on your confirmation ticket. Detailed starting point instructions are available after downloading.
Step into the Barbican Estate, a post-World War II architectural marvel in London. This 40-acre site within the city centre is a prime example of Brutalist architecture, with its raw concrete structures, angular forms, and functional design.
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Barbican
Starting from Barbican Station, you‘ll make your way across the Highwalk system to enjoy panoramic views of Lauderdale Tower, Shakespeare Tower, and Cromwell Tower, once London‘s tallest residential structures.
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The Barbican Muse
On this self-guided audio tour, you'll have a chance to admire the bronze sculpture, the Barbican Muse, at the Barbican Centre, a cultural epicenter housing arts organizations.
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Seddon House
On this self-guided audio tour, you'll finish the journey on the Seddon Highwalk where London‘s modern cityscape awaits.
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Thomas More House
On this self-guided audio tour, you'll have a chance to learn about the tactical approach taken by the people who constructed the Thomas More Highwalk.
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London Wall
On this self-guided audio tour, you'll pass parts of the London Wall.
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City Wall and Towers
On this self-guided audio tour, you'll have a chance to see the Tower above London‘s ancient City Wall and Towers.
