Cambridge Audio Tour: Echoes of Knowledge and Stone

Above photo: Jean-Christophe BENOIST, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 4.0. Cropped & resized.

Above the familiar rooftops and quiet courtyards of Cambridge, centuries of rivalry, revolution, and reinvention hide in plain sight. This city has always whispered its secrets to those who know where to listen.

With this self-guided audio tour, turn every corner into a portal—revealing hidden histories and overlooked legends that most visitors hurry past. Discover lost traditions, whispered scandals, and the silent battles that shaped these storied streets.

What mysterious gathering sparked fierce debate within Downing Place Church’s stony walls? Which priceless artifact survived shipwreck and war before resting quietly inside the Museum of Archaeology and Anthropology? Why did a once-mundane plant lab become ground zero for climate breakthroughs with global consequences?

Stride through shifting light and shadow, uncovering echoes of rebellion and flashes of genius with each step. Every landmark becomes alive as Cambridge’s tangled past folds into your journey.

Ready to unlock the city’s secrets? The stones remember—walk on and make their stories yours.

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• Duration: 2 hours 11 minutes
  
• Distance: Around 4.0 km (2.5 miles)
  
• Audio Content: up to 1h 16min
  
• Stops: 20 captivating landmarks including Pembroke College, Cambridge, Christ's College, Cambridge, Peterhouse, Cambridge
  

Experience the charm of Cambridge 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 Cambridge'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 Cambridge 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:

• ⛪  Downing Place United Reformed Church, Cambridge (3min)
• 🏛️  Museum of Archaeology and Anthropology, University of Cambridge (3min)
• 🎨  Department of Plant Sciences, University of Cambridge (2min)
• 🏛️  Cambridge University Museum of Zoology (3min)
• 🌉  Cambridge Medical School building (3min)
• 🌉  University of Cambridge Computing Service (2min)
• 🏛️  New Museums Site (3min)
• 🌉  Corpus Christi College, Cambridge (3min)
• 🌉  St Catharine's College, Cambridge (3min)
• 🕐  Corpus Clock (3min)
• 🌉  Cambridge Corn Exchange (3min)
• 🎨  Cambridge Arts Theatre (2min)
• 🌉  Cambridge (3min)
• ⛪  Church of St Mary the Great, Cambridge (2min)
• 🌉  Christ's College, Cambridge (3min)
• 🌉  Emmanuel College, Cambridge (3min)
• 🌉  Downing College, Cambridge (3min)
• 🌉  Cambridge Judge Business School (3min)
• 🌉  Pembroke College, Cambridge (3min)
• 🌉  Peterhouse, Cambridge (2min)

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

Learn even more about Cambridge with these bonus audio stories available in the app:

• 🏛️    Prehistory (1min)
• 🏛️    Roman (1min)
• 🏛️    Medieval (4min)
• 🏛️    Early Modern (2min)
• 🏛️    Early-industrial Era (2min)
• 🏛️    20th And 21st Centuries (3min)
• 🌍    Climate (3min)
• 🌍    Ecology (1min)
• 🌍    Green Belt (1min)

These additional topics provide deeper insights into the city's culture, history, and local life.

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

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

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

Above photo: Jean-Christophe BENOIST, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 4.0. Cropped & resized.

Above photo: Herbert Baker, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 2.0. Cropped & resized.

Our tours are available in 30+ languages to ensure you have the best experience:

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