Hadrian's Wall: A Self-Guided Audio Tour along the Ruins

3.6(5)1 h 40 minFree cancellationBy VoiceMap Audio Tours

About this activity

This is a self-guided audio tour (EXCLUDING ENTRY TICKET) around the ruins of Housesteads Roman Fort, one of the original forts built along Hadrian's Wall. On this tour, you'll see where soldiers and civilians lived. By the end of the tour, you'll also understand what remains of the best-preserved Roman fort in Northumberland.

Please note that this tour does not include entry to the fort. It is an accompaniment to your fort visit.

What's included

✓VoiceMap App for Android and iOS
✓Lifetime access to this tour in English
✓Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata
✓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

✕Personal expenses for admission fees not included during the tour
✕Smartphone and headphones
✕Transportation
✕Food/Drink

Meeting and pickup

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.

Good to know

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.

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