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Relive the rise, fall, and revitalization of the charming medieval port city

Taste everything from street food to fine dining in the lively La Roma neighborhood

Tuck into Tuscany's iconic treasures and tasty treats on a stroll through Florence

Reflect on 2,000 years of Greek influence on a stroll along the hilltop citadel

Explore sciences from anthropology to zoology with a museum expert in your ear

Let Gaudi and Puig's architecture brings the cityscape and its symbols to life

Feast on Catalonia's cuisine, Modernist art, and full-blooded legacy of liberty

Chart the port city's transformation from humble whaling village to art and culture icon

Unpack the major episodes of public protests that paved the way to independence

Be blown away by the design stories that lie beneath the Windy City's surface

Bask in lakeside piazzas and hear ancient tales of trade with an art historian

Hear about the movers and shakers that shaped this royal Nordic city

Veer down alleys to find the royals and reformers who coloured Edinburgh's past

Trace the history of Florentine Jews from the ghetto to the Great Synagogue

Stroll through centuries of history in the capital of the Renaissance

Decode the symbols and blend of architectural styles in the ancient city

Decodifica los símbolos y la combinación de estilos arquitectónicos

Soak up centuries of tradition on an exploration of the nation's beloved drink

Trace the history of the French Capital of the Americas from its founding to today

Deconstruct the events that transformed an ancient town into a modern city

Get an architect’s perspective on a city rebuilt after the earthquake of 1755

Unearth the city's timeless treasures, with an archaeologist to guide you

Track down the influence of Portuguese tile from Roman mosaics to Ming Dynasty China

Decode the hidden and political messages behind Graça's public artwork

Trace London's development through its landmarks from the 17th Century to today

Decode the symbols behind the ceremony and its guardsmens' iconic uniforms

Unearth ancient ruins and Londinium's hidden history on this city stroll

Wet your appetite for history at some of the city's sweet and savory stalwarts

Unmask the city's past while walking in the footprints that inspired the Bard

Savor Spanish history, fine wines, and tasty tapas with an experienced winemaker.

Step back in time on a stroll through the city's royal past and golden age

Admire the stylish intersection of monarchy and modernity in chic

Explore Mexico City’s history from Aztec roots to modern metropolis

Trace the neighborhood's evolution from a horse racing track to a cultural hub

See where art, design and history meet in the fashion capital that birthed Prada

Gulp down a glass of Bavarian history with a sommelier in beer's capital city

See traces of Roman life in the city where a volcano made time stand still

See New York City’s oldest parts through the eyes of its colonial inhabitants

See scenes from NYC's theater district and its long history of costume changes

Marvel at Manhattan's impressive mansions, once home to its scandalous elite

Sample the flavors of Paris on a cultural culinary stroll through Marais

Follow Paris’ backstreets to see art, history and urban culture brought to life

Choose your own adventure through the Vatican and bring history, art, and architecture to life

Follow French resistance fighters through the City of Light‘s darkest days

Explore the stories behind the landmarks of Athens from antiquity to the modern era

Our complete collection of Rome audio guides from the Vatican to the Forum and beyond

Follow royals and political figures through Paris’ iconic boulevards and gardens

Follow Picasso, Van Gogh and Renoir through the streets where they made history

Find out how this medieval district fell and then flourished into a cultural hub

Trace Paris' history from royalty to the revolutionary rise of its people

Get to know how the City of Lights influenced and shaped the renowned author

Savor Portuguese style, from churches to theaters, in the city's downtown core

Explore the 15th-century Sforza Castle and discover the Renaissance treasures in its museum

Be enchanted by this ancient castle complex in the Lands of the Bohemian Crown

Enter the artist’s inner world and see the sites that inspired his masterpieces

Trace the history of Buenos Aires from obscurity to prosperity with a local expert in your ear

Unlock the city‘s secrets over 250 years of architectural and societal growth

Explore Ancient Rome's landmarks with an archaeologist in your ear

Peek around the right corners and find the Eternal City's lesser-known histories

Learn about life in Rome’s ghetto where Jews were contained for almost 300 years

Follow royals and political figures through Paris’ iconic boulevards and gardens

Find traces of the palace fit for an emperor but built at the expense of a city

Feast on the city's best bites with a side of history in its storied center

Unlock the 2,000-year-old castle’s history, from safe rooms to centuries-old art

Uncover the stories of papal power behind the Renaissance masterpieces and ancient artifacts in the Vatican's collection

Marvel at the masterpiece that took centuries and ruffled a few artists' feathers

Step into the world of scheming emperors, baying fans, and dueling gladiators

Page through 350 years of history, taking in the former Spanish military outpost

See how the cityscape was influenced by Tokyo's history and modern culture

Uncover Venetian history with an Expert in your ear

Tantalize your tastebuds on an expedition through Venice's rich culinary history

Weave through backstreets where merchants and traders shaped a rising power

Waltz through the Old Town in the musical steps of Mozart, Beethoven and Vivaldi

Trace the city's past, from its royal roots to incorporation into Nazi Germany

Uncover the meaning behind some of the most iconic structures in D.C.

Step into the world of scheming emperors, baying fans, and dueling gladiators
Experience a new way of exploring your next destination.
T O P A U D I O G U I D E S
Borghese Gallery and Museum Audio Guide
Decipher the enigmatic symbols and profound meanings woven into masterpieces by luminaries like Domenichino, Caravaggio, Bernini, Raphael, and Titian
Kyoto Tea Quest Audio Guide
Soak up centuries of tradition on an exploration of the nation's beloved drink
The Rise, Fall, and Rediscovery of Pompeii
See traces of Roman life in the city where a volcano made time stand still
Enjoy the Freedom to Explore Your Way

Go at your own pace
Context audio guides let you explore at your own pace, fitting seamlessly into any travel plan. Perfect for individuals, families, and couples, you can start, pause, and resume whenever you like. Stop at a quaint cafe you spot along the route, pop into a local shop, or sit and relax over a glass of wine.

Led by experts
Audio guides unlock easy access to a Context experts — historians, artists, authors — who take you deeper, revealing hidden stories and secret histories. While others snap pictures and move on, you'll uncover the intricate layers and connections that make each place truly fascinating.

Go offline
Once you download a tour, the audio and map will be available offline, making it convenient to explore without needing an internet connection. This is especially handy when traveling abroad, as it helps you avoid roaming charges and ensures you have access to all the tour information even in areas with poor connectivity.

Available worldwide
You can find Context Audio Guides in every city Context tours take place, and more! From Tokyo, to St. Augustine, to Copenhagen, our experts are at your fingertips.

No commitments
Traditional tours are confined by availability with set start times. With audio guides, unlock your schedule! Early riser? Context audio guides. Late night explorer? Context audio guides work for that. Unexpected free time? Yep, Context audio guides are great for that, too.

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What People Are Saying
"This was the cherry on top of an already amazing experience. Galleria Borghese and its collection are incredible but Cecilia's audio guide gave us all the really interesting stories and details behind the Gallery and it collection. It was also so well designed to follow you though the museum."
Santiago
"Listening to the audio-guided tour of Mexico's Historic center was a great experience and very helpful in learning about the history while going at my own pace as I followed the app and listened to the audio with all the important facts and information about important historical sites. I liked that it was described by a local expert who clearly explained everything and how the map guided me to each spot. This is a great option for those who want history and to learn at your own pace."
Edith
"Perfect itinerary and wonderful storytelling for Hemingway (and literature) lovers! Samuel's audio guide helped connecting the dots, while covering unmissable historic monuments as well as some of the off-the-beaten-path part of Paris."
Michelle