Akron Audio Tour: Landmark Legends & Modern Marvels Downtown Journey

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On a foggy Akron morning, a secret meeting sparked a citywide uproar right beneath the spires of Quaker Square. Downtown Akron hides more than meets the eye—unravel its past and find the voices still echoing through its halls and streets with this self-guided audio tour. Discover the stories even locals overlook.

Who started the midnight fire that forced Akron Children’s Hospital to reinvent itself overnight? What legendary mystery sent librarians and city officials at the Akron-Summit County Public Library into chaos? Why did trains stop at Quaker Square for exactly seven minutes during a forgotten Prohibition scheme?

Move from hidden courtyards to bustling squares, feeling the pulse of scandals, rebellions, and enduring secrets. Each stop peels back a new layer, connecting you to the city through sound and story in unexpected ways.

The city’s mystery is waiting. Step into Akron’s hidden history and press play.

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• Duration: 1 hour 25 minutes
  
• Distance: Around 3.4 km (2.1 miles)
  
• Audio Content: up to 35min
  
• Stops: 14 captivating landmarks including Akron Art Museum, Huntington Tower, Akron Children's Hospital
  

Experience the charm of Downtown Akron 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 Downtown Akron'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 Akron 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:

• 🏥  Akron Children's Hospital (4min)
• 🏢  Akron YMCA Building (3min)
• 🎭  Akron Civic Theatre (2min)
• 🌳  Canal Park (Akron, Ohio) (3min)
• 🌳  Cascade Plaza, Akron (3min)
• 🗼  Huntington Tower (3min)
• ⛪  The Gothic Building (2min)
• ⛰️  Akron-Summit County Public Library (4min)
• 🏛️  Akron Art Museum (4min)
• 🏛️  Main–Market Historic District (2min)
• 🍺  Akron Public Library (3min)
• 🛕  Eagles Temple (Akron, Ohio) (3min)
• 📍  John S. Knight Center (2min)
• 🌳  Quaker Square (4min)

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

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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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