Bakersfield Audio Tour: Stories Beneath the Clock Tower and City Lights

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

A single spark once transformed Bakersfield from an oil boomtown into a city of clash, spectacle, and secrets. Down these bustling blocks, past stadium lights and stone facades, hidden moments have written legends that most never hear.

This self-guided audio tour invites you to uncover the true stories behind Downtown Bakersfield’s icons. Unlock mysteries and scandals missed by even the keenest locals.

Which showdown inside Dignity Health Arena still echoes through city politics? What vanished society once wielded power from behind McMurtrey Aquatic Center’s calm waters? How did a mysterious headline printed at the Bakersfield Californian Building spark a chain reaction that changed local history forever?

Trace the wild arc of uprisings and visionaries as you stroll from landmark to landmark. Stand at corners where fortunes shifted in a single night and glimpse Bakersfield’s vibrant spirit through fresh eyes.

Ready to ignite your own journey beneath the surface? Hit play and discover what’s been hiding in plain sight.

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• Duration: 1 hour 12 minutes
  
• Distance: Around 3.4 km (2.1 miles)
  
• Audio Content: up to 23min
  
• Meeting Point: Start at McMurtrey Aquatic Center, only a 2 minute walk from Bakersfield Train Station
  
• Stops: 9 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:

• 📍  McMurtrey Aquatic Center (4min)
• 🏟️  Dignity Health Arena (4min)
• ⛪  First Baptist Church (Bakersfield, California) (4min)
• 🏛️  Kern County Hall of Records (3min)
• 🗿  Beale Memorial Clock Tower (2min)
• 🌾  Bakersfield Californian Building (2min)
• 🏢  Jastro Building (4min)
• 📍  Tevis Block (2min)
• 🗿  Garcés Memorial Circle (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: Bobak Ha'Eri, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY 3.0. Cropped & resized.

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

Above photo: Skyman9999, Wikimedia Commons, CC0. 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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