Norwich

Tour of a Hidden Medieval Street Beneath the City of Norwich

4.9(51 reviews)
1hFree cancellation

Description

Step beneath the streets of Norwich and uncover the remains of a hidden medieval street on this unique guided underground tour. Your experience begins in the heart of Norwich city centre, where you’ll meet your expert guide and hear the fascinating story of how an ordinary shoe shop concealed a forgotten medieval street for decades. After a short introduction, you’ll descend below street level, exploring layers of architecture dating back hundreds of years. As you explore the atmospheric remains of the underground street and 15th-century dwellings, your guide will bring Norwich’s past to life with stories of merchants, prisoners, rebels and everyday people who once lived and worked here. Discover how the city became one of the most important and wealthy places in medieval England through its booming wool trade and weaving industry. Along the route, you’ll encounter original architectural features, hidden undercrofts, remnants of old shopfronts and spaces untouched for generations.

Highlights

  • Walking Tours
  • Small Group
  • Low Last Minute Supplier Cancellation Rate
  • Historical Tours
  • Excellent Quality
  • Short term availability
  • Culture

What makes this experience special

Language guide

Inglese

Transfer included

Raduno al punto d'incontro

What's included

Included

  • Norwich's Hidden Street Tours

Itinerary

  1. 1

    Your experience begins in the heart of Norwich city centre,

    Your experience begins in the heart of Norwich city centre, where you’ll meet your expert guide and hear the fascinating story of how an ordinary shoe shop concealed a forgotten medieval street for decades. After a short introduction, you’ll descend below street level, exploring layers of architecture dating back hundreds of years. As you explore the atmospheric remains of the underground street and 15th-century dwellings, your guide will bring Norwich’s past to life with stories of merchants, mayors, prisoners, rebels and everyday people who once lived and worked here. Discover how the city became one of the most important and wealthy places in medieval England through its booming wool trade and weaving industry. Along the route, you’ll encounter original architectural features, hidden undercrofts, remnants of old shopfronts and spaces untouched for generations. Hear tales of famous local characters, wartime history, executions, ghosts and strange discoveries made beneath the city.

    1hAdmission included

Meeting point

We are located on Castle Meadow, opposite Norwich Castle and next door to Trailfinders.

Useful information

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Comfortable shoes recommended
  • Mobile or paper ticket accepted

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation available
  • More than 1 day before100% refund
  • Between 0 and 1 days before0% refund

Prices by age band

  • Neonato0-3 anni
  • Bambino4-12 anni
    9
  • Adulto13-100 anni
    20

Review distribution

  • 5
    40
  • 4
    4
  • 3
    0
  • 2
    0
  • 1
    0

Available options

  • Hidden Street Tour - 04:30 PM

    Duration: 1 hour

  • Hidden Street Tour - 10:00 AM

    Duration: 1 hour

  • Hidden Street Tour - 03:00 PM

    Duration: 1 hour

  • Hidden Street Tour - 11:30 AM

    Duration: 1 hour

  • Hidden Street Tour - 01:30 PM

    Duration: 1 hour

  • Hidden Street Tour - 06:00 PM

    Duration: 1 hour

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