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Birmingham Private Self-Guided Walking Tour

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180 minutes
English

Discover Birmingham's soul through our self-guided tour, where history and modern vibrancy fuse into an enthralling journey! Unveil the city's industrial might, its green revolution, and hidden cultural treasures, all at your own pace. With expert insights from a Chartered Geographer, this tour is an odyssey through time, showcasing Birmingham's architectural marvels and the stories behind them. Start at the iconic Mailbox, meander along historic canals, and conclude in the lively gay village. It's not just a tour; it's your gateway to the heart of Birmingham!

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Birmingham Private Self-Guided Walking Tour

From$12.12Per Person

What's included in Birmingham Private Self-Guided Walking Tour

(Subject to Option Inclusions)

Itinerary

The Mailbox
Pass-by Only

Nestled in the heart of the city, the Birmingham Mailbox stands as a testament to the city's industrial past and its vibrant contemporary spirit. It is not just a relic of the past but a dynamic symbol of the city's evolution.

Gas Street Basin

It’s often claimed that Birmingham has more canals than Venice. Whilst this isn’t entirely true, with 35 miles of waterways, Birmingham does have more miles of canal than Venice. The canals were dug out to transport goods and materials, like coal and iron.

This area is named after the renowned engineer James Brindley, who was an influential figure in the development of Britain's canal system during the 18th century. Born in 1716 in Buxton, Derbyshire, Brindley's visionary work revolutionized the transportation of goods and raw materials across the country.

Inclusions

  • Audio guide, videos, pictures, recommendations and all the info you need
  • 3 weeks unlimited access to this Self-Guided Tour on the app
  • Helen will guide you through an audio guide (no computer-generated voice!)
  • Map, directions, GPS route and stops of each tour
  • Check "BEFORE YOU GO" section of email confirmation!
  • In-person Guide
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Meet

Pickup and Dropoff

You will make your own way to the meeting points

Meeting / End Points

  • All our tours are self-guided. You will be led by the GPS in the app and you will need to give permission to the app to access your location for getting instructions while walking guided by Helen.

Redeem

Ticket Redemption

Tickets will be delivered post-booking by email; or, physically delivered to you or your hotel

Thanks for choosing Pandemic Tours! To start the tour, download our App here: iOS: https://apps.apple.com/co/app/pandemic-tours/id1563922882 Android: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.mytoursapp.android.app3129 Once in-app, select your tour by tapping the "Tour" tab, select "Enter Code" for Android or "Login to Download" for iOS and redeem this code (or "Login" for iOS): BIVIA7914 You'll have full access to the tour for 3 weeks. If you have any problem with your booking, contact us at [email protected] or via WhatsApp at +56942572988. Top tip: access the tour a bit earlier so you familiarise yourself with the App and don't forget to give it access to your location so you can use the map function. Enjoy your stroll! PS: Don't forget to rate my tour, please! =)

Operator

Pandemic Tours