Columbus Audio Tour: West Side Legends and Downtown Discoveries

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

A clock once ticked inside Columbus that controlled not just hours, but destinies. Beyond the shining glare of COSI and the towering silhouette of LeVeque, the streets mutter secrets of railroad tycoons, laboratory mishaps, and a rebellion that split the city at midnight.

This self-guided audio tour leads straight into Columbus’s layered heart, revealing sites and stories missed by hurried crowds. Step off the well-trodden path and listen as hidden scandals, lost innovations, and extraordinary moments come to life beneath your feet.

What bizarre catastrophe once shut down the powerhouse lab at COSI overnight? Who vanished from the LeVeque Tower just as a political showdown reached its boiling point? Why do train whistles around the Ohio Central Station still echo a century-old pact gone wrong?

Let curiosity pull you through marble halls, shadowy corners, and tracks lined with whispers. Spin history forward under your own command and let Columbus reveal itself in unexpected ways.

Uncover which destinies still tick beneath the city. Press play now.

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• Duration: 1 hour 32 minutes
  
• Distance: Around 4.2 km (2.6 miles)
  
• Audio Content: up to 33min
  
• Stops: 13 captivating landmarks including LeVeque Tower, COSI, Central High School (Columbus, Ohio)
  

Experience the charm of Columbus 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 Columbus'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 Columbus 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:

• 🍽️  Tommy's Diner (4min)
• 🎨  Franklinton Apartments at Broad and Hawkes (3min)
• 🏫  Avondale Elementary School (2min)
• 📍  Mount Carmel West (3min)
• ⛪  Holy Family Church (Columbus, Ohio) (2min)
• ⛪  West Side Spiritualist Church (4min)
• 🚉  Toledo and Ohio Central Railroad Station (4min)
• ⛰️  Central High School (Columbus, Ohio) (3min)
• 📍  COSI (3min)
• 🌉  Discovery Bridge (Columbus, Ohio) (3min)
• 🗿  Statue of Christopher Columbus (Columbus City Hall) (4min)
• 🗼  LeVeque Tower (2min)
• 🌳  Huntington Plaza (4min)

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

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

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

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

Above photo: Ɱ, 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  • 
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🇮🇳 Gujarati  • 
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🇻🇳 Vietnamese

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