Bakersfield Audio Tour: Landmarks, Legends, and Downtown Echoes

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

A championship banner once soared over the heart of Bakersfield but beneath these shining lights and rippling waters lie stories most will never hear. This self-guided audio tour invites you to trace the hidden pulse of Downtown Bakersfield, revealing the drama that lives beneath today’s surface.

Why did a bitter battle nearly silence Dignity Health Arena before its grand opening? Who left a mysterious token amid the names at the Kern Veterans Memorial, and what secret did it unlock? What scandal erupted around the perfectly chlorinated lanes of McMurtrey Aquatic Center one sweltering July day?

Wander where champions rose and memories echo through marble and mosaic. Each street corner tightens with anticipation as whispered rivalries and forgotten celebrations shape every step. Experience Bakersfield not in snapshots but through living history that moves with you.

Dive in now. The true story of downtown waits where glimmers of glory fade into shadow.

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• Duration: 1 hour 25 minutes
  
• Distance: Around 4.2 km (2.6 miles)
  
• Audio Content: up to 25min
  
• Meeting Point: Start at Garcés Memorial Circle, only a 2 minute walk from Bakersfield Train Station
  
• Stops: 10 captivating landmarks including Dignity Health Arena, McMurtrey Aquatic Center, Garcés Memorial Circle
  

Experience the charm of Downtown Bakersfield 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 Bakersfield'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 Bakersfield 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:

• 🗿  Garcés Memorial Circle (3min)
• 📍  Tevis Block (3min)
• 🏢  Jastro Building (3min)
• 🌾  Bakersfield Californian Building (4min)
• 🗿  Beale Memorial Clock Tower (3min)
• 🏛️  Kern County Hall of Records (2min)
• ⛪  First Baptist Church (Bakersfield, California) (4min)
• 🏟️  Dignity Health Arena (4min)
• 📍  McMurtrey Aquatic Center (3min)
• 🗿  Kern Veterans Memorial (2min)

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

Above photo: Bobak Ha'Eri, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY 3.0. Cropped & resized.

Above photo: Skyman9999, Wikimedia Commons, CC0. Cropped & resized.

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

Above photo: Bobak Ha'Eri, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY 3.0. Cropped & resized.

Above photo: Bobak Ha'Eri, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY 3.0. 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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Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Garcés Memorial Circle, Garcés Memorial Circle, Bakersfield, United States

Concerts, fests, parties, meetups - all the happenings, one place.

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