Croydon Audio Tour: Echoes of Tramlines, Palaces & Market Tales

Above photo: Peter Trimming, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 2.0. Cropped & resized.

Croydon hides a royal secret behind every bustling tram and shimmering shopfront—a place where archbishops feasted, shopping revolutions rose, and echoes of scandal still linger on the breeze.

Set out on a self-guided audio tour weaving through Centrale’s gleaming malls, along tram tracks humming with city energy, to the centuries-old stones of Croydon Palace. Discover corners and stories that slip past the everyday visitor.

Which forgotten ruler tried to demolish the palace in disgust? Why did Centrale’s dream of a shopping paradise almost vanish before it began? And what was left behind when the Drummond Centre finally fell silent?

Step lively between glittering glass and ancient brick. Let lost fortunes, rivalries, rebellions, and secrets pull you through Croydon in motion—eyes open for old shadows flickering in modern light.

Take your first steps now. Croydon's hidden depths are waiting just beyond that next corner.

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• Duration: 2 hours 45 minutes
  
• Distance: Around 3.6 km (2.2 miles)
  
• Audio Content: up to 1h 53min
  
• Stops: 15 captivating landmarks including Fairfield Halls, Croydon Palace, Allders
  

Experience the charm of Croydon 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.

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• Professionally narrated audio stories bringing Croydon'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
  

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• 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!
  

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 Croydon 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.

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.

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:

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• 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.

You will visit the following locations:

• 📍  Centrale, Croydon (5min)
• 📍  Centrale tram stop (2min)
• 🏰  Croydon Palace (5min)
• 📍  Croydon Minster (5min)
• 🏠  House of Reeves (4min)
• ⛪  Church Street tram stop (2min)
• 🏪  Surrey Street Market (4min)
• 📍  Beanos (2min)
• 📍  Allders (5min)
• 🌳  Park Place (Croydon) (3min)
• 📍  County Borough of Croydon (5min)
• 🌺  Queen's Gardens, Croydon (2min)
• ✈️  Fairfield Halls (4min)
• 🌳  Park Hill Recreation Ground (5min)
• ⚔️  Fairfield (Croydon ward) (2min)

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

Learn even more about Croydon with these bonus audio stories available in the app:

• 🏛️    Prehistory (2min)
• 🏛️    Roman London (1min)
• 🏛️    Anglo-Saxon and Viking-period London (2min)
• 🏛️    Middle Ages (3min)
• 🏛️    Early modern (3min)
• 🏛️    Late modern and contemporary (4min)
• 🌍    Scope (2min)
• 🌍    Status (2min)
• 🌍    Topography (2min)
• 🌍    Climate (4min)
• 🌍    Areas (2min)
• 🌍    Architecture (4min)
• 🌍    Natural history (3min)
• 🌟    London's Expanding Urban Landscape (3min)
• 🌟    Age structure and median age (2min)
• 🌟    Country of birth (2min)
• 🌟    Ethnic groups (3min)
• 🌟    Languages (1min)
• 🌟    Religion (3min)
• 🌟    Accents (2min)
• 🎭    Local government (2min)
• 🎭    National government (2min)
• 🎭    Policing and crime (2min)

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

Above photo: Jim Linwood, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY 2.0. Cropped & resized.

Above photo: Peter Trimming, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 2.0. Cropped & resized.

Above photo: Dr Neil Clifton, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 2.0. Cropped & resized.

Above photo: Noel Foster, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 2.0. Cropped & resized.

Above photo: N Chadwick, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 2.0. Cropped & resized.

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  • 
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🇻🇳 Vietnamese

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