Portsmouth Audio Tour: The Ultimate Portsmouth Timewalk

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Embark on the Harbors, Heroes & Horizons: The Ultimate Portsmouth Timewalk

Gunfire once echoed along Portsmouth’s harbourside while secrets whispered through its ancient stones. Beneath the city’s modern bustle waits a history woven with shattered masts, royal intrigues, and silent rebellion.

This self-guided audio tour leads you deep into Portsmouth’s heart. Discover overlooked stories as you stroll from the majestic spire of Portsmouth Cathedral to the sunken glory of the Mary Rose and the towering might of HMS Warrior.

Why did desperate sailors risk everything for escape at Gunwharf Quays? What chilling truth lies beneath centuries-old church floors? Which royal scandal almost doomed an entire fleet here—and why did it involve a certain salty pie?

Move beyond postcards and guidebooks. Trace the winding routes of kings and outcasts through smoky taverns and on to briny dockyards. Let lost voices rise as you unlock a new vision of this city by the sea.

Begin now and hear Portsmouth reveal its secrets where cannons once spoke.

🗺️ Tour Details

• Duration: 2 hours 51 minutes
• Distance: Around 5.7 km (3.6 miles)
• Audio Content: up to 1h 33min
• Meeting Point: Start at United Services Portsmouth F.C., only a 14 minute walk from Portsmouth & Southsea Train Station
• Stops: 15 captivating landmarks including Mary Rose, Domus Dei, HMS Warrior (1860)

Experience the charm of City of Portsmouth like never before. Dive deep into tales of yesteryears, marvel at architectural wonders, and feel the pulse of the city as you navigate through its vibrant streets.

🎒 What's Included

• Professionally narrated audio stories bringing City of Portsmouth's history to life
• Interactive map to guide your journey seamlessly
• Opportunities to explore and capture the city's most picturesque spots
• Flexibility to start, pause, and resume the tour at your convenience

ℹ️ Important Info

• This is a self-guided audio tour on your phone so no in-person guide.
• You'll need a smartphone with Android 7.0+ or iOS 16+ (iPhone 8 or later).
• You can start the tour at any time (the event time does not matter).
• The tour will be available to you forever so you can explore on any day.
• Bring headphones and make sure your phone is charged!

📲 Getting Started is Easy!

Once you book the tour, you'll receive an email within 10 minutes containing your unique redemption code and simple instructions to download our app. Enter the code, and you're all set to explore Portsmouth on your terms. It doesn't matter which date or time you select, when you redeem the code, the audio tour will be available to you permanently so you can explore on any day.

👥 Who's It For?

Whether you're a solo traveler, a couple seeking a romantic escapade, a family on an educational outing, or a group of friends eager for adventure, this tour caters to all. It's perfect for those who value flexibility, rich storytelling, and the freedom to explore without constraints.

🎧 What is AllTours?

AllTours is your ultimate travel companion for immersive audio tours. Discover cities like never before as our app reveals the stories behind the sights. Just plug in your headphones and explore!

With AllTours, you'll experience:

• Immersive Experiences: Our digital guides bring landmarks to life with captivating stories and historical insights
• Offline Access: Download tours and maps for offline use – perfect for travelers concerned about data usage
• Interactive Maps: Navigate effortlessly with our user-friendly interface showing the optimal route
• Flexibility: Start, pause, and resume tours whenever you want – explore at your own pace
• Multilingual Support: Enjoy tours in your preferred language with our extensive language options

AllTours transforms ordinary sightseeing into extraordinary adventures. From iconic landmarks to hidden gems, we help you explore like a local while learning fascinating stories along the way.

📍 Tour Stops

You will visit the following locations:

• ⚓  United Services Portsmouth F.C. (2min)
• 📍  Domus Dei (3min)
• 🌊  Clarence Pier (5min)
• ⛪  Portsmouth Cathedral (5min)
• 🌳  East Side Plaza Portsmouth (1min)
• 📍  HMS Vernon (shore establishment) (5min)
• 🗼  Spinnaker Tower (5min)
• ⚓  Gunwharf Quays (4min)
• ⚔️  HMS Warrior (1860) (4min)
• 📍  Mary Rose (4min)
• 👑  Royal Naval Academy (3min)
• ⛪  St Ann's Church, HMNB Portsmouth (2min)
• 📍  HMS Victory (4min)
• 🏛️  National Museum of the Royal Navy, Portsmouth (3min)
• 📍  HMS M33 (4min)

Each stop features engaging audio stories that bring the location's history and significance to life.

🏛️ Additional City Topics

Learn even more about City of Portsmouth with these bonus audio stories available in the app:

• 🏛️    Early History (2min)
• 🏛️    Norman To Tudor (4min)
• 🏛️    Stuart To Georgian (4min)
• 🏛️    Industrial Revolution To Edwardian (3min)
• 🏛️    1913 Terrorist Attack (2min)
• 🏛️    First And Second World Wars (3min)
• 🏛️    1945 To Present (3min)
• 🌍    Portsmouth: Island City Overview (3min)
• 🌍    Fortifications Of Portsmouth Island (3min)
• 🌍    Climate (2min)
• 🌟    Portsmouth Demographics Overview (2min)
• 🎭    Portsmouth City Governance Overview (3min)

These additional topics provide deeper insights into the city's culture, history, and local life.

Above photo: Anthony Anthony, Wikimedia Commons, Public domain. Cropped & resized.

Above photo: Cloudz679, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 3.0. Cropped & resized.

Above photo: geni, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 4.0. Cropped & resized.

Above photo: IslandUnity, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 4.0. Cropped & resized.

Above photo: Editor5807, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 3.0. Cropped & resized.

🌍 Available Languages

Our tours are available in 30+ languages to ensure you have the best experience:

🇬🇧 English  •  🇫🇷 French  •  🇪🇸 Spanish  •  🇩🇪 German  •  🇮🇹 Italian  •  🇵🇹 Portuguese  •  🇷🇺 Russian  •  🇯🇵 Japanese  •  🇨🇳 Chinese  •  🇳🇱 Dutch  •  🇧🇷 Portuguese (Brazil)  •  🇸🇦 Arabic  •  🇰🇷 Korean  •  🇸🇪 Swedish  •  🇩🇰 Danish  •  🇫🇮 Finnish  •  🇵🇱 Polish  •  🇨🇿 Czech  •  🇭🇺 Hungarian  •  🇬🇷 Greek  •  🇹🇷 Turkish  •  🇮🇳 Hindi  •  🇦🇱 Albanian  •  🇪🇹 Amharic  •  🇦🇲 Armenian  •  🇧🇩 Bengali  •  🇧🇦 Bosnian  •  🇧🇬 Bulgarian  •  🇲🇲 Burmese  •  🇪🇸 Catalan  •  🇭🇷 Croatian  •  🇪🇪 Estonian  •  🇬🇪 Georgian  •  🇮🇳 Gujarati  •  🇮🇸 Icelandic  •  🇮🇩 Indonesian  •  🇮🇳 Kannada  •  🇰🇿 Kazakh  •  🇱🇻 Latvian  •  🇱🇹 Lithuanian  •  🇲🇰 Macedonian  •  🇲🇾 Malay  •  🇮🇳 Malayalam  •  🇮🇳 Marathi  •  🇲🇳 Mongolian  •  🇳🇴 Norwegian  •  🇮🇷 Persian  •  🇮🇳 Punjabi  •  🇷🇴 Romanian  •  🇷🇸 Serbian  •  🇸🇰 Slovak  •  🇸🇮 Slovenian  •  🇸🇴 Somali  •  🇰🇪 Swahili  •  🇵🇭 Tagalog  •  🇮🇳 Tamil  •  🇮🇳 Telugu  •  🇹🇭 Thai  •  🇺🇦 Ukrainian  •  🇵🇰 Urdu  •  🇻🇳 Vietnamese

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