Bangor Audio Tour: Legends, Landmarks & Lore of Penobscot County

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

A cathedral spire rises above pealing bells and the echo of fire still whispers along Bangor’s oldest streets. Beneath the city’s quiet exterior, secrets simmer in forgotten halls and charred brickwork.

Walk at your own pace on this self-guided audio journey―the stories unfold block by block. Hear the legends, scandals, and battles that even locals rarely discuss.

What desperate choices were made during the inferno that reshaped Bangor forever? Who hid coded messages in the towers of John Bapst Memorial High School, and why? Why does a single stained-glass window in St. John’s Church carry a quirky, hidden past?

Each stop stirs Bangor’s past to life. Follow the paths of fugitives and visionaries through revived ruins and sacred spaces. Move through mysteries and drama where politics, faith, and fate collide.

Begin the route where fire, stone, and story ignite the city’s silent heart.

• 
  
• Duration: 1 hour 29 minutes
  
• Distance: Around 3.7 km (2.3 miles)
  
• Audio Content: up to 35min
  
• Stops: 14 captivating landmarks including John Bapst Memorial High School, Penobscot Theatre Company, Penobscot River Bridge
  

Experience the charm of Penobscot County 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.

• 
  
• Professionally narrated audio stories bringing Penobscot County'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
  

• 
  
• 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 Bangor 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:

• 
  
• 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:

• 🗿  John Bapst Memorial High School (3min)
• 🏛️  Broadway Historic District (Bangor, Maine) (3min)
• ⚔️  Jonas Cutting–Edward Kent House (3min)
• 📍  Congregation Beth Israel (Bangor, Maine) (3min)
• ⛪  St. John's Catholic Church (Bangor, Maine) (3min)
• 🌉  Penobscot River Bridge (4min)
• 📍  Adams-Pickering Block (2min)
• 🎭  Penobscot Theatre Company (3min)
• 🎨  Colonial Apartments (Bangor, Maine) (3min)
• ⛪  Hammond Street Congregational Church (3min)
• 🏛️  University of Maine Museum of Art (2min)
• 📍  Great Fire of 1911 (2min)
• 🏢  Graham Building (Bangor, Maine) (4min)
• 🍺  Bangor Public Library (2min)

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

Above photo: Self, Wikimedia Commons, Public domain. Cropped & resized.

Above photo: Augustus Koch, Wikimedia Commons, Public domain. Cropped & resized.

Above photo: Slashinme, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 3.0. Cropped & resized.

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

Above photo: Jim Roberts, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 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

🎉 Congratulations on reading this far! You've earned yourself a little treat. Use code ILOVEAUDIOTOURS at checkout for 10% off your tour. Because who doesn't love a good discount for being thorough? 😉

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

John Bapst Memorial High School, John Bapst Memorial High School, Bangor, United States

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

Get App