Walking Tours

Carcassonne Walking Tour with Audio Guide

Kids running at Carcassonne mediaeval fortress

View of the town of Carcassonne with castle in the background

Young woman using audio guide during Carcassonne walking tour

Carcassonne medieval fortress with tourists on walking tour using audio guides.

Uncover Carcassonne's rich history with a captivating 1.5-hour self-guided audio tour, navigated effortlessly via an offline map.

Highlights

Experience an immersive 1.5-hour audio-guided tour of Carcassonne, unearthing the city's rich past while strolling at your own pace.
Delight in the convenience of an offline map, GPS navigation, and lifetime access, ensuring a seamless exploration of Carcassonne's picturesque landmarks.
Be intrigued by Carcassonne's medieval history as you wander through city museums, the imposing Chateau Comtal, and the inspiring Basilica of St. Nazarius, a Romanesque-gothic minor basilica.
Discover the city's well-preserved fortifications, marvel at the architectural grandeur, and learn about the legendary Canal du Midi. Get engrossed in stories of the Crusades, the Visigoths, and the Templars.
Fun fact: The Carcassonne fortress inspired the design of the castle in Walt Disney's Sleeping Beauty.

Inclusions

1.5-hour walking tour of Carcassonne
Audio guide app for iPhone and Android (available in English, Spanish, or French)
Offline map showing routes for effortless GPS navigation
19 audio recordings narrated by a professional historian
Illustrations of recognizable landmarks
Lifetime access to the tour in your preferred language

Exclusions

Entry tickets
Live guide
Smartphone and headphones

Cancellation policy

These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.

Your experience

Explore Carcassonne: A walk through history

Embark on a historical adventure with a smartphone audio guide tour of the charming city of Carcassonne. This 1.5-hour journey starts at the train station, winding through the lower town, and culminates at the grand fortress. The tour housing 19 professionally narrated recordings, offers a glimpse into the city's rich history, its legendary Canal du Midi, imposing defensive walls, diverse museums, a medieval reenactment camp, and the awe-inspiring Basilica of St. Nazarius with some of France's oldest stained glass windows.

Interactive history at your fingertips

The detailed audio guide, narrated by a professional historian, will take you back in time with compelling stories and legends. Learn about the Crusaders' punishment of Carcassonne's Christians, the whereabouts of the Visigoths and Templars' treasures, and the significance of the ancient Basilica of St. Nazarius. With 19 audio recordings at your disposal and lifetime access in your preferred language, you can explore Carcassonne at your own pace, without the constraints of a tour group.

Unearth the legends of Carcassonne

Walk in the footsteps of medieval royalty at the Chateau Comtal, marvel at the robust defense walls and gates, and uncover local legends. Offering practical travel tips, intriguing anecdotes, and historical context, the tour transforms sightseeing into a captivating journey into Carcassonne's past. Get ready to be mesmerized by the architectural grandeur and historical richness of this remarkable city.

Itinerary

Canal du Midi
Carcassonne's defensive walls and gates
The city's museums and medieval reenactment camp
Castle of the Dukes of Carcassonne - Chateau Comtal
Basilica of St. Nazarius

Know before you go

What to bring

It is recommended to wear comfortable shoes for the day-long tour.

What's not allowed

Due to venue restrictions, pets cannot tag along for this experience.
Smoking is prohibited inside the castle.

Additional information

Activate and download the tour in advance as there may be no WiFi and a weak mobile signal at the starting point.
Ensure your smartphone is charged to at least 80%.