Discover the captivating history of St. Andrews through the "Rebels, Romance & Raisins" audio tour. This self-guided experience blends enchanting narratives with stunning sights, immersing you in the town’s rich heritage. Priced at $6.99, the tour offers lifetime access, allowing you to explore at your own pace using the VoiceMap app. Whether you’re a history enthusiast or a casual visitor, this tour promises a personal and engaging journey through St. Andrews’ past.
Key Points
- Self-guided audio tour exploring the historic town of St. Andrews, featuring insights into its rebellious past, romantic stories, and local culinary delights.
- Flexible start and stop options, with lifetime access to the VoiceMap app and offline access to navigation, maps, and geodata.
- Priced at $6.99 per person, with no additional fees for transportation, food, or museum admissions.
- Tour starts at The Roundel and ends at West Sands Road, accessible by public transportation.
- Available year-round, 24/7, with stroller accessibility, but not wheelchair-friendly, and allowing service animals.
Tour Overview
The St. Andrews Walking Audio Tour, titled "Rebels, Romance & Raisins", offers a self-guided exploration of the historic Scottish town.
Visitors can enjoy the flexibility to start and stop the tour as desired, exploring at their own pace without requiring cellular service. The audio guide, accessible through the VoiceMap application, provides offline access to navigation, maps, and geodata.
Priced starting at $6.99 per person, the tour includes lifetime access. However, transportation, food, and museum admission fees aren’t included.
The tour operates daily from 12:00 AM to 11:59 PM, though it may not be wheelchair accessible.
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Inclusions
The tour offers lifetime access to the audio guide, along with the VoiceMap application for seamless navigation.
Travelers can explore the route offline, as the audio, maps, and geodata are provided. While transportation, food/drink, and museum entrance fees aren’t included, the tour’s self-guided nature offers flexibility to visit these extras at one’s own pace.
With the convenience of offline access and the ability to start and stop the tour as desired, this audio walking experience provides an immersive yet independent way to discover the highlights of St. Andrews.
Meeting and End Points
To begin the self-guided walking tour, you will meet at The Roundel in St Andrews, located at KY16 9QT, UK.
From there, the tour route will lead them through the historic town, ending at West Sands Road, KY16 9XL, UK.
Attendees should download the VoiceMap app and use the provided confirmation code to access the audio content.
The tour is designed to be flexible, allowing explorers to move at their own pace and start or stop as desired.
No phone service is required, as the app provides offline access to the audio, maps, and geodata.
Tour Schedule and Accessibility
The self-guided walking tour is available year-round, operating from April 12, 2019, through March 5, 2026, with access 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
While the tour isn’t wheelchair accessible, it’s stroller accessible, and service animals are allowed. The meeting and end points are easily accessible by public transportation.
Infants must sit on laps during the tour. The tour offers flexibility, allowing visitors to explore at their own pace and start and stop as desired, without needing phone service.
Reviews and Feedback
Two glowing reviews showcase the overwhelming positive feedback for the "Rebels, Romance & Raisins St. Andrews Walking Audio Tour".
One reviewer, Cole_S, praised the tour as "great value" and "entertaining".
Another, Victoria_G, described it as "excellent" and filled with a "personal touch".
Reviewers consistently highlight the informative guide, historical insights, and enjoyable food pairings, including haggis.
With a perfect 5-star rating based on 2 reviews, the tour is highly recommended for those seeking a short yet enriching visit to St. Andrews.
Highlights of the Tour
According to the overview, the "Rebels, Romance & Raisins St. Andrews Walking Audio Tour" offers several highlights.
The informative guide provides historical insights that bring the city’s past to life. Visitors can also enjoy entertaining food pairings, including the traditional Scottish dish haggis.
The tour is highly recommended for those seeking a short but enriching experience in St. Andrews. The combination of personal touch and valuable information makes this self-guided audio tour an excellent value for the price.
Exploring St. Andrews Through Audio
As visitors explore the historic town of St. Andrews, this self-guided audio tour offers a unique and engaging way to discover its rich heritage and captivating stories.
Guided by the voice of a knowledgeable local, the tour takes travelers on a journey through the town’s streets and landmarks, bringing the past to life with vivid anecdotes and insights.
From rebellious tales to romantic legends, the audio provides a personalized and immersive experience, allowing users to set their own pace and uncover St. Andrews’ hidden gems at their leisure.
The offline accessibility ensures a seamless adventure, even in areas with limited cell service.
Practical Tips for Your Self-Guided Adventure
To make the most of your self-guided audio tour, download the VoiceMap app and use the provided confirmation code for seamless access.
The tour operates daily from 12:00 AM to 11:59 PM, allowing you to explore St. Andrews at your own pace.
With the tour operating 24/7, you can explore St. Andrews at your own convenience.
While not wheelchair-accessible, the route is stroller-friendly and service animals are welcome.
The tour starts at The Roundel and ends at West Sands Road, both easily accessible by public transportation.
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