Self Guided Podcast Tour Dijon The Shadow Kingdom

New1 h 52 minFree cancellationBy Red Thread

About this activity

Step into the 14th and 15th centuries, when Dijon wasn't just a French provincial town, but the dazzling, ambitious capital of a shadow kingdom. On this immersive journey, you will uncover how four generations of the Valois Dukes of Burgundy used unimaginable wealth, ruthless political rivalry, and revolutionary art to challenge the French Crown. From the ghosts of lost chapels to the weeping alabaster monks of their grand tombs, discover the golden age that forever transformed European culture.

- A 2.7 km self-guided tour with 7 stops over 112 min

- Ideal for travelers interested in History & Memory and Art, Design & Aesthetics

- Immersively told in a podcast style by experts and locals

- Matching audio content, AI guide and navigation through the app

What's included

✓Verified facts woven into an engaging story
✓Interactive in-app guide for questions about the story and surroundings
✓Precise navigation between the stops
✓Immersive podcast-style audio featuring experts and locals

Not included

✕No drinks or food included.

Meeting and pickup

From Dijon's main station, take local public transport toward Square des Ducs. Get off at the nearest stop and walk the final few minutes to Square des Ducs, Dijon, France. Check the current local connection on the day of travel. If you're near the starting point, the app can navigate you there.

Good to know

Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
There are no other restrictions during the walking tour.

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

More things to do in Dijon

Small-Group Full-Day Tour of Côte de Nuits, Côte de Beaune Vineyards and Beaune Historical District

Discover some of the delicate wines for which central France is famous on this full-day Burgundy wine tour from Dijon. Explore the historic town of Beaune — Burgundy's wine capital — with a guide, and gain insight into the region’s rich winemaking heritage. Visit the cellars of a local winery, and sample some of the Premier Cru red and white wines in production. Enjoy free time to stroll the stre…

4.8(422)7 h 30 min

From £113.42 per person

Burgundy Wines Masterclass in Dijon

How to taste a wine (basic and advanced courses), understanding of Burgundy's classification, grapes, history & areas, food & wine pairing, viticulture, vinification etc. You will know everything about Burgundy! Or at least the most important things to know. The tastings are always relaxed and informative.

5.0(170)2 hFree cancellation

From £70.44 per person

Pinot Noir Masterclass in Dijon, from Village to Grand Cru

We receive small groups. You ask all your questions, even the ones you don't dare ask elsewhere, and the tasting adapts to everyone's level, from newbie to experienced amateur. You are tasting in a real downtown cellar, open since 2004, and not in a visitor room. Around you, the bottles we sell every day: family estates and independent winemakers from Burgundy. The house is run by Adrien Tirelli,…

4.8(159)45 minFree cancellation

From £29.77 per person