Richard III's Leicester: A History Hit Audio Tour

5.0(1)1 h 15 minFree cancellationBy VoiceMap Audio Tours

About this activity

This self-guided audio walking tour through medieval Leicester is hosted by historian and History Hit podcaster Matt Lewis.

On this walking tour, you'll discover the dramatic history hiding behind the 2012 discovery of King Richard III beneath a city car park. Over the next hour, your smartphone's GPS automatically plays Matt’s narration at exactly the right time and place, letting you safely explore at your own pace.

Starting at the Richard III Visitor Centre, you'll track the final footsteps of England’s last Plantagenet king. You'll learn the secrets of the Newarke Gateway, pass the drafty remains of Leicester Castle, and look down at the ancient Roman wall.

You'll walk to Bow Bridge to learn the grim legend of Richard's departure, explore St. Nicholas Church, and marvel at the architecture of Guildhall Lane. The tour finishes at the Cathedral Gardens by Richard's statue and final tomb.

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What's included

✓Directions to the starting point so that when you're in the right place, the tour will start
✓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

Not included

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

Meeting and pickup

This tour starts at Visit Leicester Information Centre. 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

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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