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Medieval Streets to Gourmet Eats: Audio Tour of the City of Tours

4.0(3)Rated 4.0 out of 5 from 3 reviews2 hFree cancellationBy VoiceMap Audio Tours
Medieval Streets to Gourmet Eats: Audio Tour of the City of Tours

About this activity

Tours is a city with Roman origins that entices you to explore its rich historical heritage. During this self-guided audio tour, you’ll discover the city’s remarkable evolution, from Antiquity to the Middle Ages, through the Renaissance, and up to today. You’ll also see how each era has left its mark in Balzac’s birthplace. The tour begins at Place Châteauneuf, where the imposing Charlemagne Tower stands, a remnant of the former Saint-Martin Collegiate Church. Throughout the tour, you’ll receive recommendations for local products and restaurants showcasing the Loire Valley’s gastronomic heritage. The tour ends in the heart of the city, the Place Jean Jaurès where you'll be able to admire the imposing Town Hall.

What's included

  • ✓Lifetime access to this tour in English before your booking date and after it
  • ✓Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata
  • ✓Flexibility to explore at your own pace with a self-guided GPS tour
  • ✓App for Android and iOS
  • ✓Directions to the starting point so that when you’re in the right place, the tour will start

Not included

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

Meeting and pickup

  • This tour starts at Châteauneuf Square. Before arrival, please install the mobile app and use the code provided on your confirmation ticket. Detailed starting point instructions are available after downloading.

Good to know

  • Service animals allowed
  • 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.

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