The Best of Ely Tour: A Self-Guided Audio Tour

4.5(2)1 hBy VoiceMap Audio Tours

About this activity

Are you looking for a way to see Ely without joining a tour group? Explore at your own pace with this affordable walking tour.

• Find out why Ely is known as the ‘ship of the Fens’ and hear a few stories about people who lived and worked here over the centuries

• Hear from producer Anna Granta, a Cambridge local, graduate and parent.

• Do it all in 45 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 simply install the VoiceMap app and enter your code.

The app displays directions to the starting point, and when you’re in the right place, just pop in your headphones and tap start. VoiceMap has automatic GPS playback, with turn-by-turn directions. It also works offline.

What's included

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

Not included

✕Tickets or entrance fees to any museums or other attractions en route
✕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
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Cancellation policy

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

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