Brutalism in Barbican: An Architectural Audio Tour
Description
Step into the Barbican Estate, a post-World War II architectural marvel in London. This 40-acre site within the city centre is a prime example of Brutalist architecture, with its raw concrete structures, angular forms, and functional design. This walking tour delves into the Barbican Estate‘s dramatic architectural landscape and expertly showcases its prominent sites. You‘ll make your way across the Highwalk system to enjoy panoramic views of Lauderdale Tower, Shakespeare Tower, and Cromwell Tower, once London‘s tallest residential structures. As you make your way around the estate and across Gilbert Bridge, you‘ll see the estate‘s iconic sites and hear some of its secrets. At the Barbican Podium, an open-air amphitheater atop the Barbican Centre, you‘ll be treated to unique cinematic experiences, surrounded by detailed concrete columns. At the end of this tour, you‘ll have seen how history and urban planning combined to create one of London‘s most iconic neighborhoods.
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Step into the Barbican Estate, a post-World War II architectural marvel in London. This 40-acre site within the city centre is a prime example of Brutalist architecture, with its raw concrete structures, angular forms, and functional design.
Starting from Barbican Station, you‘ll make your way across the Highwalk system to enjoy panoramic views of Lauderdale Tower, Shakespeare Tower, and Cromwell Tower, once London‘s tallest residential structures.
On this self-guided audio tour, you'll have a chance to admire the bronze sculpture, the Barbican Muse, at the Barbican Centre, a cultural epicenter housing arts organizations.
On this self-guided audio tour, you'll finish the journey on the Seddon Highwalk where London‘s modern cityscape awaits.
On this self-guided audio tour, you'll have a chance to learn about the tactical approach taken by the people who constructed the Thomas More Highwalk.
On this self-guided audio tour, you'll pass parts of the London Wall.
On this self-guided audio tour, you'll have a chance to see the Tower above London‘s ancient City Wall and Towers.
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- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Reviews(1)
Great tour in a really fascinating development. Well guided via the app. commenting is done at spots to go to, is guided
