Beloit Audio Tour: Cobblestones, Campuses, and Cultural Treasures

Above photo: Flickr User OldOnliner (Mark Preuschl), Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 2.0. Cropped & resized.

A silent sentinel rises above Beloit—its storied water tower, once the highest point in town, hides more secrets than any guidebook reveals. Here, beneath rustling campus trees and among historic brickwork, echoes of past glory and conflict whisper with every step.

This self-guided audio tour invites you to journey off the beaten path, uncovering the true heart of Beloit through stories most stroll right past. Roam between enigmatic campus corners, looming towers, and the quietly powerful Waterworks and Pump Station.

Why did city leaders lock horns in a midnight power struggle that nearly changed local history? What cryptic symbols adorn the old Beloit College walls, and who placed them? Could a long-forgotten scandal at the water plant ripple into the present day?

Trace every shadow and doorstep, feeling the drama unfold as you move from landmark to landmark. Each moment promises fresh discoveries and sparks a thrilling new way of seeing Beloit.

Press play and let the city's hidden depths reveal themselves.

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• Duration: 1 hour 26 minutes
  
• Distance: Around 4.2 km (2.6 miles)
  
• Audio Content: up to 28min
  
• Meeting Point: Start at Lathrop-Munn Cobblestone House, only a 2 minute walk from Beloit Transfer Facility Bus Station
  
• Stops: 11 captivating landmarks including Beloit College, Thompson Observatory, Beloit water tower
  

Experience the charm of Beloit 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 Beloit'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 Beloit 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:

• 🏠  Lathrop-Munn Cobblestone House (4min)
• 🎵  Club Pop House (4min)
• 🚉  City of Beloit Waterworks and Pump Station (3min)
• 🗼  Beloit water tower (4min)
• 🔭  Thompson Observatory (3min)
• 🔬  Pearsons Hall of Science (2min)
• 🏛️  Logan Museum of Anthropology (2min)
• 🏛️  Wright Museum of Art (2min)
• ⛰️  Beloit College (2min)
• ⛪  First Congregational Church (Beloit, Wisconsin) (2min)
• ⛪  Church of St. Thomas the Apostle (Beloit, Wisconsin) (2min)

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

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

Above photo: Flickr User OldOnliner (Mark Preuschl), Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 2.0. Cropped & resized.

Above photo: Sa magnuson33, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 3.0. Cropped & resized.

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

Above photo: Sa magnuson33, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 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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