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Finding Fitzrovia: A Self-Guided Audio Tour of London
Tottenham Court Road
About
Venture off London’s well-worn tourist trail and discover the city’s often overlooked Fitzrovia neighbourhood with this affordable walking tour.
• See where part of the Beatles’ 1964 film ‘A Hard Days Night’ was filmed and where Charles Dickens once lived • Hear from producer Steve Matthews who’s been sharing his passion for London’s history through guided tours since 2010 • Do it all in 75 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...
Highlights
From 1 hour and 15 minutes to 1 hour and 30 minutes
Offered in English
Non-refundable
Mobile Ticket
From 1 hour and 15 minutes to 1 hour and 30 minutes
Offered in English
Non-refundable
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
VoiceMap App for Android and iOS
Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata
Lifetime access to this self-guided tour in English
Tickets or entrance fees to any museums or other attractions en route
Smarphone and headphones
Food and drinks
Transportation
Meeting Points
Departure
Goodge Street
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. Detailed starting point instructions are available after downloading.
Return
Warren Street Station (Stop V)
The tour ends in front of the Warren Street Station.
Important Information
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Public transportation options are available nearby
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
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Finding Fitzrovia: A Self-Guided Audio Tour of London
Tottenham Court Road
About
Venture off London’s well-worn tourist trail and discover the city’s often overlooked Fitzrovia neighbourhood with this affordable walking tour.
• See where part of the Beatles’ 1964 film ‘A Hard Days Night’ was filmed and where Charles Dickens once lived • Hear from producer Steve Matthews who’s been sharing his passion for London’s history through guided tours since 2010 • Do it all in 75 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...
Highlights
From 1 hour and 15 minutes to 1 hour and 30 minutes
Offered in English
Non-refundable
Mobile Ticket
From 1 hour and 15 minutes to 1 hour and 30 minutes
Offered in English
Non-refundable
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
VoiceMap App for Android and iOS
Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata
Lifetime access to this self-guided tour in English
Tickets or entrance fees to any museums or other attractions en route
Smarphone and headphones
Food and drinks
Transportation
Meeting Points
Departure
Goodge Street
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. Detailed starting point instructions are available after downloading.
Return
Warren Street Station (Stop V)
The tour ends in front of the Warren Street Station.
Itinerary
1
Fitzrovia
The tour takes place in Fitzrovia, the neighbourhood on the fringe of Soho. On this self-guided audio tour, you'll hear all about its strange history, why it was viewed with suspicion by the neighbouring districts to the south, and the fact that it had no official name until the 1970s.
2
Fitzrovia Mural
The tour starts near The Fitzrovia Mural. While you walk, you'll hear about the mural and its artists Simon Barber and Mike Jones.
3
Goodge Street
The tour takes you down Goodge St. You'll hear about this former trade street while you walk.
4
Fitzrovia
The tour passes by Fitzrovia pub. You'll hear about the pub while you walk.
5
Fitzroy Tavern
The tour passes by Fitzroy Tavern. While you walk, you'll hear about the tavern including how novelist Patrick Hamilton used to frequent it.
6
The Newman Arms
The tour passes by The Newman Arms on the way through The Newman Passage. You'll hear about the pub while you walk.
7
BT Media & Broadcast
The tour passes by BT Tower. You'll hear about the tower that dominates Fitzrovia's skyline while you walk.
8
Fitzroy Square
The tour goes around Fitzroy Square. You'll hear about the square and how London's aristocrats dominated the square.