Battle Creek Audio Tour: Sanitarium Stories and Historic Skylines

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A city once called the “health capital of the world” hides secrets beneath its bustling streets and grand architecture. Battle Creek’s stories echo from the smooth marble of the Sanitarium to the soaring Heritage Tower.

Embark on a self-guided audio tour to uncover the legends, scandals, and moments that shaped the city. Walk where most see only facades and discover the places and tales other visitors never glimpse.

Why did the Battle Creek Sanitarium attract world leaders—and spark fierce controversy? What mysterious twist of fate led to the rise and fall of Heritage Tower? And what wild event once forced Kellogg Arena to lock its doors in panic?

Stride through echoes of political battles, unsolved mysteries, and forgotten triumphs. Each step reveals hidden drama and new perspectives on Battle Creek’s vibrant past.

The city’s secrets are waiting. Begin the journey and see Battle Creek as it was never meant to be forgotten.

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• Duration: 1 hour 36 minutes
  
• Distance: Around 4.9 km (3.0 miles)
  
• Audio Content: up to 28min
  
• Meeting Point: Start at Advent Historic District, only a 4 minute walk from Battle Creek Station
  
• Stops: 11 captivating landmarks including Kellogg Arena, Battle Creek Sanitarium, Dime Tabernacle
  

Experience the charm of Battle Creek 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 Battle Creek'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 Battle Creek 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:

• 🏛️  Advent Historic District (2min)
• 🌊  Battle Creek Sanitarium (2min)
• 📍  Phelps Sanitarium (3min)
• ⛪  Dime Tabernacle (3min)
• 🏢  Record Printing and Box Company Building (4min)
• 🗼  Battle Creek Tower (2min)
• 🏛️  Heritage Tower (Battle Creek, Michigan) (4min)
• 📍  Adam C. Arnold Block (2min)
• 🏠  W. K. Kellogg House (4min)
• 🏛️  City Hall Historic District (Battle Creek, Michigan) (2min)
• 🏟️  Kellogg Arena (2min)

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

Above photo: Gage Printing Co., printer, Wikimedia Commons, Public domain. Cropped & resized.

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

Above photo: battlecreekcvb, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY 2.0. Cropped & resized.

Above photo: Randy L Case, Wikimedia Commons, Public domain. Cropped & resized.

Above photo: rossograph, 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  • 
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🇷🇴 Romanian  • 
🇷🇸 Serbian  • 
🇸🇰 Slovak  • 
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🇰🇪 Swahili  • 
🇵🇭 Tagalog  • 
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🇺🇦 Ukrainian  • 
🇵🇰 Urdu  • 
🇻🇳 Vietnamese

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Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Advent Historic District, Advent Historic District, Battle Creek, United States

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