Aberdeen Audio Tour: An Old Aberdeen Odyssey

Above photo: AMICdawah, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 4.0. Cropped & resized.

A city where centuries collide and hidden corners hum with untold secrets—Aberdeen rewards those who seek beyond the granite facade. On this self-guided audio tour, wind through ancient lanes and university closes to uncover political feuds, rebellious scholars, and eccentric legends lost to time.

Why did a group of blue-cloaked Bedesmen vanish without trace in living memory? Which defiant prisoner plotted escape beneath the clocktower’s shadow? Could a forgotten tunnel from Bede House to St Machar’s still hide proof of scandalous midnight errands?

Journey through echoes of laughter and locked doors, across weathered stones and bustling quads. Every step reveals a new thread in Aberdeen’s dramatic tapestry, from whispered revolutions to quirky local rituals. See the old city not as it stands in guidebooks, but as it pulses beneath your feet.

Uncover what waits behind granite walls—press play and let Aberdeen reveal its oldest intrigues.

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• Duration: 1 hour 32 minutes
  
• Distance: Around 2.6 km (1.6 miles)
  
• Audio Content: up to 56min
  
• Stops: 9 captivating landmarks including University of Aberdeen, Christ's College, Aberdeen, Bede House, Old Aberdeen
  

Experience the charm of Aberdeen 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 Aberdeen'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 Aberdeen 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:

• 🏠  Bede House, Old Aberdeen (5min)
• 🏛️  Old Town House, Old Aberdeen (2min)
• 🏛️  King's Pavilion (1min)
• 🕌  Aberdeen Mosque and Islamic Centre (2min)
• 📍  Snow Kirk (2min)
• ⛰️  Christ's College, Aberdeen (2min)
• 📚  Sir Duncan Rice Library (4min)
• 🎓  University of Aberdeen (5min)
• 🦁  Zoology Building (1min)

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

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

• 🏛️    Early Origins (2min)
• 🏛️    Wars Of Scottish Independence (3min)
• 🏛️    Post-Napoleonic Depression (2min)
• 🏛️    Second World War (2min)
• 🏛️    Coat Of Arms And Motto (2min)
• 🏛️    Recent History (1min)
• 🌍    Location And Area (2min)
• 🌍    Climate (2min)
• 🌟    Aberdeen Demographics Overview (3min)
• 🌟    Religion (3min)
• 🎭    Aberdeen City Governance History (3min)
• 🎭    Aberdeen's Expanding Boundaries (2min)

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

Above photo: Bill Harrison, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 2.0. Cropped & resized.

Above photo: Bill Harrison, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 2.0. Cropped & resized.

Above photo: AMICdawah, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 4.0. Cropped & resized.

Above photo: Frederic Bayer, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY 4.0. 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  • 
🇲🇰 Macedonian  • 
🇲🇾 Malay  • 
🇮🇳 Malayalam  • 
🇮🇳 Marathi  • 
🇲🇳 Mongolian  • 
🇳🇴 Norwegian  • 
🇮🇷 Persian  • 
🇮🇳 Punjabi  • 
🇷🇴 Romanian  • 
🇷🇸 Serbian  • 
🇸🇰 Slovak  • 
🇸🇮 Slovenian  • 
🇸🇴 Somali  • 
🇰🇪 Swahili  • 
🇵🇭 Tagalog  • 
🇮🇳 Tamil  • 
🇮🇳 Telugu  • 
🇹🇭 Thai  • 
🇺🇦 Ukrainian  • 
🇵🇰 Urdu  • 
🇻🇳 Vietnamese

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