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Discover Coventry’s Treasures: Private Walking Tour
Discover Coventry’s Treasures: Private Walking Tour
Discover Coventry’s Treasures: Private Walking Tour
Discover Coventry’s Treasures: Private Walking Tour
Discover Coventry’s Treasures: Private Walking Tour

Discover Coventry’s Treasures: Private Walking Tour

By Opatrip England
Free cancellation available
Price is €433 per adult* *Get a lower price by selecting multiple adult tickets
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  • Free cancellation available
  • 2h 45m
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Overview

Explore the fascinating history and vibrant culture of Coventry on a private walking tour. Your journey begins at the iconic Lady Godiva Statue in Broadgate, a symbol of Coventry’s post-war transformation. Over the course of this guided exploration, you’ll visit Coventry’s hidden gems, discover the birth of the bicycle industry at Lady Herbert’s Garden, and hear the tale of the Coventry City Wall’s preservation. Delve into the city’s rich motor industry heritage at Millennium Place and learn about its enduring landmarks, such as Greyfriars Spire. Coventry’s legacy of famous plays, historical markets, and extraordinary architecture will unfold as you meander through this dynamic city.

Activity location

  • Lady Godiva Statue
    • Broadgate,
    • Coventry, United Kingdom

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Lady Godiva
    • Broadgate
    • CV1 1LL, Coventry, England, United Kingdom

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Discover Coventry’s Treasures: Private Walking Tour
  • Activity duration is 2 hours and 45 minutes2h 45m2h 45m
  • English
Language options: English
Price details
€433.00 x 1 Adult€433.00
Total
Price is €433.00
Until Wed, 1 May

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's includedProfessional local tour guide

Know before you book

  • 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

Lady Godiva Statue
  • 10m
We commence our journey at Broadgate by Lady Godiva's Statue, situated at the heart of Coventry's 'City of Tomorrow,' as designed by Donald Gibson during the post-war reconstruction of the city.
New Buildings
  • 10m
Next to the last remaining former ribbon weaving factory in the City Centre, you'll learn about the ascent and decline of this industry, all while standing beside the original Coventry Cathedral's surviving wall, St Mary's.
Sir Frank Whittle statue
  • 10m
Near the statue of Sir Frank Whittle, an engineer and RAF officer born in Earlsdon, discover the fascinating storey of the inventor of the jet engine.
Lady Herbert's Garden
  • 9m
Explore Lady Herbert's Garden, where you'll unravel the history of the bicycle industry's birth and the development of the modern bike. Turn around to witness the best-preserved section of the Coventry City Wall's intriguing history, saved from destruction by industrialist Alfred Herbert.
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  • 9m
Surprisingly, we'll dedicate a couple of minutes to the marvel of engineering that is the Coventry Ring Road!
Millennium Place
  • 9m
Adjacent to the Coventry Transport Museum, dive into the storey of Coventry's motor industry, how it earned the title of the motor city of England, its global car manufacturing status, and how it almost vanished forever.
Palmer Lane
  • 9m
Off the beaten track, explore hidden gems within the city heart that even many locals are unaware of.
Old Grammar School
  • 9m
On a single street corner, spot the building known as the Old Grammar School, an artwork celebrating Coventry's motor industry, and the structure named after the city's most renowned poet.
Belgrade Theatre
  • 9m
As we circle the exterior of the Belgrade Theatre, discover the theatre's history, Coventry's legacy of famous plays, Ira Aldridge as the first Black man to play Othello 200 years after its creation, and the three most influential women in the city's arts history.
Bond's Hospital
  • 9m
Spend some time delving into the building constructed in 1505 by Thomas Bond, still serving its original purpose over 500 years later.
The Parish Church of St John the Baptist
  • 9m
Outside this church, initially constructed as a private place of worship for the city's wealthiest, your guide will explain why it's associated with the phrase 'Sent to Coventry.
Historic Spon Street
  • 9m
Within and around Spon Street, we'll delve deeper into industries like dyeing, tanning, watchmaking, and bicycles. Learn about the street's centuries-long status as one of the major roads in the country and uncover some of the area's hidden histories.
Coventry Market Shopping Centre
  • 9m
The Coventry Market Shopping Centre is a bustling and diverse shopping destination situated in the heart of Coventry, United Kingdom
Bull Yard
  • 9m
In The Bull Yard and Shelton Square, discover more about the 'City of Tomorrow' and the stories behind eclectic public artworks in the area, while also learning about the area's historical significance.
Cheylesmore Manor House
  • 9m
Pass by a 700-year-old Royal Palace hidden in the heart of the city. Hear intriguing stories about its heritage.
New Union Street
  • 9m
Hear the incredible tale of Coventry's enduring landmark, Greyfriars Spire.
Fords Hospital
  • 9m
Fords Hospital, also known as Ford's Almshouses, is a historic charitable institution located in Coventry, United Kingdom. Founded in the early 16th century by William Ford, a wealthy merchant, it was designed to provide housing and support for elderly residents in need.
Hertford Street
  • 9m
Hertford Street is a notable thoroughfare located in the city centre of Coventry, United Kingdom. This street is known for its commercial and cultural significance, featuring various shops, restaurants, and entertainment venues.

Location

Activity location

  • LOB_ACTIVITIESLOB_ACTIVITIESLady Godiva Statue
    • Broadgate,
    • Coventry, United Kingdom

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLELady Godiva
    • Broadgate
    • CV1 1LL, Coventry, England, United Kingdom

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