Amiens Audio Guided Walking Tour 3h15 and 27 Audio Comments
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Amiens, nicknamed the Little Venice of the North, is full of historical and cultural treasures. In one day, explore the majestic Notre-Dame Cathedral, the largest in France, and be seduced by the charming houses of Amiens. Discover the world of Jules Verne in his house, stroll through the Saint-Leu district, and admire the belfry listed as World Heritage. This tour will immerse you in the history and culture of this unique city, while allowing you to enjoy its green spaces such as hortiillonages. Explore 27 emblematic places of interest in Amiens - Visit Notre-Dame Cathedral, a UNESCO World Heritage Site - Discover the house of Jules Verne and its literary heritage - Enjoy a pleasant walk along the hortiillonages, unique floating gardens in Amiens
Your experience
Stop 1
The construction of this church is explained by the development of the railway line, which is right next door and which isolated this district called the Valley district.
Stop 2
So typical of the city that they are called Amiens, the terraced houses of Amiens have a well-recognized style: built in red brick, tile, cast iron and iron, they date from the 19th century to the time of the Industrial Revolution to accommodate workers and employees of textile, industry, glassware or locksmith.
Stop 3
With its height of 52 meters, the belfry of Amiens is part of the history of the city and the region. Belfry are particularly present in the cities of Northern France and Belgium and contain communal bells.
Stop 4
Here you are in front of the most visible building in Amiens, with the cathedral of course. From the top of its 110 meters, the Perret Tower is 10 km around! At the end of its construction, it was considered the tallest skyscraper in France, and even in all of Western Europe!
Stop 5
Place René Goblet is named after this former Amiens lawyer, who became Attorney General, Member of Parliament for the Somme and then President of the Trip Tip of Ministers between 1886 and 1887. There are amazing houses with singular architecture, typical of Amiens, but above all an imposing monument on your left,
Stop 6
You're now walking down Hostage Street. By the time I get to the next point of interest, let me tell you the rich history of the city. You are walking here on a street that already existed in Roman times, since it was part of Via Agrippa, a road built in the 1st century BC. C. to connect Amiens to Lyon.
Stop 7
It’s hard to pass through this street without noticing this superb 20th century Inn, commanded by André Bouctot and Marie-Louise Vagniez, a wealthy young couple who decide to settle in Amiens following their wedding. It was in 1911 that the architect Louis Duthoit completed this jewel of architecture,
Stop 8
Twenty Thousand Leagues Under the Sea, Journey to the Center of the Earth, Around the World in Eighty Days... Many best-selling books that could be mentioned among the sixty novels written by the famous writer Jules Verne, one of the greatest names of the nineteenth century.
Stop 9
Turn right: here you have a nice glimpse of the top of the Perret Tower. Here you can see the difference in architecture between its various parts, a square shot, a round shot, and the glass cube that is placed at its top. The purpose of this one is to illuminate the tower at dusk and make it visible for miles around.
Stop 10
In front of you stands an astonishing building that has all its importance here. This is one of the last hardcore circuses still standing in Europe! These buildings were gradually built in French cities during the 19th century,
Stop 11
Art and archaeology are in the spotlight in this museum opened in 1869. It is housed in a superb building built in the 19th century, intended from its creation to receive the city’s works of art, making it the first building built in France to become specifically a Museum of Fine Arts.
Stop 12
Here you are in one of the central squares, and in front of you stands the imposing Amiens City Inn. The version we see today, with its U-shaped plan, was completed in the 19th century, and restored the following century, following the bombings of the First World War.
What’s included
- Recommendations for the best photo opportunities
- 27 immersive audio comments along the way (History...)
- Immediate access to the audioguided circuit, no tickets or materials to collect
- Offline mode (no data consumption during the visit)
- 3 languages available: French, English, Spanish
- Text transcripts of all audio content
- Admire the hidden gems that lie off the beaten track
- Interactive navigation with 3D map to discover the most beautiful streets,...
Not included
- Entrance fees to paid establishments along the route...
- Headphones or headphones (optional)
Meeting and pickup
We build our circuits in the form of a loop so that you can easily start the tour at the point closest to you, the guidance will adapt automatically. If you are nearby, we recommend this ideal Check-out Point.
Before you go
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
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