Birmingham Audio Tour: A Sonic Stroll Through Art, Icons & Urban Legends

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A century ago, Birmingham’s skyline was shattered by ambition and uprising—a city rebuilt in defiance and celebration. Today, beneath the gleam of Centenary Square and Arena Birmingham’s vast arches, stories whisper that few ever hear.

This self-guided audio tour unlocks the hidden drama threaded between iconic landmarks. Wander at your pace, guided by untold tales that transform the familiar into something extraordinary.

Why did a museum scandal nearly bring down a government within these streets? Which vanished monument sparked a rebellion that changed the city forever? What unusual object inside Birmingham Museum once led to a global hunt for its missing twin?

Move beyond polished facades and into a world charged with intrigue. Each step propels you deeper into Birmingham’s vibrant past and secret present—feel history rumble underfoot and watch ordinary places blaze to life with new meaning.

Begin now. Trace the city’s bold heartbeat through time.

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• Duration: 1 hour 22 minutes
  
• Distance: Around 3.1 km (1.9 miles)
  
• Audio Content: up to 38min
  
• Meeting Point: Start at The Electric, Birmingham, only a 3 minute walk from Birmingham New Street Train Station
  
• Stops: 15 captivating landmarks including Centenary Square, Birmingham Central Library, Boulton, Watt and Murdoch
  

Experience the charm of Birmingham 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 Birmingham'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 Birmingham 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:

• 📍  The Electric, Birmingham (3min)
• 🏟️  10 Holloway Circus (2min)
• 📍  BBC Birmingham (3min)
• 🌳  Victoria Square, Birmingham (4min)
• 🏠  Council House, Birmingham (4min)
• 🏛️  Birmingham Town Hall (3min)
• 🌳  Chamberlain Square (4min)
• 🏛️  Birmingham Museum and Art Gallery (2min)
• 📚  Birmingham Central Library (4min)
• 🌳  Centenary Square (3min)
• 🗼  Alpha Tower (3min)
• 📍  Boulton, Watt and Murdoch (4min)
• 🎵  Rum Runner (nightclub) (3min)
• 🖼️  Ikon Gallery (2min)
• 🏟️  Arena Birmingham (2min)

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

Above photo: Toumaii3, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 4.0. Cropped & resized.

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

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

Above photo: Very Quiet, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 2.0. Cropped & resized.

Above photo: Bs0u10e01, 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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