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How Ancient Gloucester Helped Change the World Audio Guided Tour
How Ancient Gloucester Helped Change the World Audio Guided Tour
How Ancient Gloucester Helped Change the World Audio Guided Tour
How Ancient Gloucester Helped Change the World Audio Guided Tour
How Ancient Gloucester Helped Change the World Audio Guided Tour

How Ancient Gloucester Helped Change the World Audio Guided Tour

By VoiceMap Audio Tours
Free cancellation available
Price is €8 per adult
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  • Free cancellation available
  • 2h 20m
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
Overview

Discover Gloucester’s remarkable past on this self-guided walking tour, tracing the city’s journey from Roman origins to medieval triumphs and beyond. Begin at the Cross, the heart of Roman Gloucester, and explore key landmarks like the Crypt School, Blackfriars Priory, and the Cathedral Quarter. Along the way, hear stories of Viking raids, civil war sieges, and Gloucester’s role in shaping British history. You’ll walk in the footsteps of literary legends and historical figures like Dick Whittington and Aethelflaed. This 120-minute tour offers a deep dive into Gloucester’s resilience, religious upheaval, and the iconic locations that make the city a living testament to over 2,000 years of history.

Activity location

  • St. Michaels Tower & Gloucester Civic Trust Heritage Centre
    • GL1 1PA, Gloucester, England, United Kingdom

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • St. Michaels Tower & Gloucester Civic Trust Heritage Centre
    • GL1 1PA, Gloucester, England, United Kingdom

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How Ancient Gloucester Helped Change the World Audio Guided Tour in English
  • Activity duration is 2 hours and 20 minutes2h 20m2h 20m
  • Opening hours: Fri 00:00-23:59
  • English
Language options: English
Price details
€7.68 x 1 Adult€7.68
Total
Price is €7.68

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's includedAudio and written guide (English)
  • What's includedWhat's includedGet unlimited, lifetime use of this tour, before your booking date and after it
  • What's includedWhat's includedThe virtual playback option, so you can listen to this tour like an audiobook from anywhere
  • What's includedWhat's includedOffline access to audio, maps, and geodata
  • What's includedWhat's includedFlexibility to explore at your own pace with a self-guided GPS tour
  • What's includedWhat's includedDirections to the starting point so that when you’re in the right place, the tour will start
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedSmartphone and headphones

Know before you book

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transport options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, activities services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. Supplier cancellation policy will apply.

Activity itinerary

The Cross, Gloucester (Pass by)
Pass by the Roman heart of the city, where Gloucester's four high streets converge. This ancient crossroads serves as a gateway into the city's layered history.
Emperor Nerva statue (Pass by)
Walk past this bronze figure commemorating Emperor Nerva, who granted Gloucester its first colonial status in AD 97. Learn about the city's imperial beginnings under Roman rule.
St Mary de Crypt Church (Pass by)
Pass this stunning medieval church, where many of Gloucester’s most famous figures were baptized. Its intricate design and rich history make it a cultural landmark.
Greyfriars (Pass by)
Marvel at the remnants of this 13th-century friary. Though mostly in ruins today, it offers a glimpse into the grandeur of medieval Gloucester.
Kyneburgh Tower (Pass by)
See this lesser-known historic tower and discover its significance in Gloucester's defensive medieval architecture, guarding the ancient city walls.
Candle Sculpture - The Rusty Needle (Pass by)
Spot this modern landmark sculpture symbolising Gloucester's resilience and creativity through time.
Gloucester Docks (Pass by)
Pass by the bustling Gloucester Docks, which played a crucial role in the city's industrial heritage. Learn about its transformation into a vibrant cultural and residential area.
Blackfriars Priory (Pass by)
Pass this stunning Dominican priory, now one of the best-preserved friaries in Britain. Hear tales of its religious past and how it has survived through the ages.
The New Inn Hotel (Pass by)
Pass this unique galleried inn, a medieval coaching house rumoured to have hosted Shakespeare. Discover its historical significance in Gloucester’s cultural life.
The House of The Tailor of Gloucester (Pass by)
Spot this charming 15th-century building, linked to Beatrix Potter’s famous children’s storey. It’s a delightful tribute to the city’s literary contributions.
Gloucester Cathedral (Pass by)
End the tour outside this iconic cathedral, famous for its intricate Gothic architecture and film appearances, including "Harry Potter." Its majestic facade is a testament to Gloucester’s religious and architectural history.

Location

Activity location

  • LOB_ACTIVITIESLOB_ACTIVITIESSt. Michaels Tower & Gloucester Civic Trust Heritage Centre
    • GL1 1PA, Gloucester, England, United Kingdom

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLESt. Michaels Tower & Gloucester Civic Trust Heritage Centre
    • GL1 1PA, Gloucester, England, United Kingdom

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