Dundee Audio Tour: From Halls to Halls, Imagination Unleashed

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Neon towers blaze against centuries-old stone in Dundee—a city where old secrets and modern magic collide at every turn. Venture beyond the usual with this self-guided audio tour, unlocking forgotten scandals, architectural triumphs, and mysteries that still linger in the city’s heart.

Why did fire once nearly erase the towering beacon now known as LiveHouse Dundee? Which lost bishop haunted the Diocese of Brechin through years of exile and reunion? And who smuggled a royal keepsake out of Dundee City Chambers during its boldest transformation?

Stride from glowing nightspots to heraldic crests and echoing council halls. Feel each step stir up dueling histories, moments of rebellion, and tales hidden in plain sight—changing the way Dundee looks beneath your feet.

If you’re ready to peel back layers of light, legend, and ambition—press play now, and let Dundee reveal itself.

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• Duration: 1 hour 52 minutes
  
• Distance: Around 3.3 km (2.0 miles)
  
• Audio Content: up to 1h 6min
  
• Meeting Point: Start at LiveHouse Dundee, only a 4 minute walk from Dundee Train Station
  
• Stops: 13 captivating landmarks including Overgate Centre, Diocese of Brechin (Episcopal), St Paul's Cathedral, Dundee
  

Experience the charm of Dundee 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 Dundee'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 Dundee 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:

• 🏠  LiveHouse Dundee (4min)
• 📍  Diocese of Brechin (Episcopal) (3min)
• 📍  Dundee City Chambers (3min)
• 🏛️  Caird Hall (3min)
• 📍  Gardyne's Land, Dundee (2min)
• ⛪  St Paul's Cathedral, Dundee (2min)
• 🚪  Seagate bus station (2min)
• 🚪  Wellgate Centre (5min)
• 🚪  Overgate Centre (5min)
• 🔬  Dundee Science Centre (2min)
• 🎨  Dundee Contemporary Arts (3min)
• 🏛️  D'Arcy Thompson Zoology Museum (2min)
• 🎨  Duncan of Jordanstone College of Art & Design (5min)

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

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

• 🏛️    Early History (3min)
• 🏛️    18th And 19th Centuries (4min)
• 🏛️    20th And 21st Centuries (2min)
• 🌍    Geology (2min)
• 🌍    Urban Environment (3min)
• 🌍    Climate (2min)
• 🌟    Population (1min)
• 🌟    Residents (3min)
• 🌟    Students (2min)

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

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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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