Highland Park Audio Tour: Echoes of Legacy on Historic Streets

Above photo: Adam Moss, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 2.0. Cropped & resized.

Beneath Highland Park’s leafy avenues, quiet facades conceal stories of risk, rebellion, and reinvention.

This self-guided audio tour winds through the city’s storied streets and secret corners, unlocking tales most visitors never hear. Each stop reveals a new layer of intrigue and transformation in Highland Park’s history.

Why did a wave of controversy once ripple through the halls of the Highland Park Public Library? What shadowy secrets linger behind the ornate doors of the Hazel Avenue/Prospect Avenue Historic District? And why was Mary W. Adams House the unlikely scene of a midnight scandal that shaped a generation?

Move from cobblestones to manicured lawns, traveling through eras of bold decisions and buried truths. This journey sharpens the senses and uncovers drama woven into quiet scenery, letting Highland Park come alive in ways you’ve never imagined.

Ready to peel back the surface and step into the real heart of Highland Park’s hidden stories? Start the tour now.

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• Duration: 1 hour 14 minutes
  
• Distance: Around 3.6 km (2.3 miles)
  
• Audio Content: up to 25min
  
• Meeting Point: Start at Highland Park station (Illinois), only a 1 minute walk from Highland Park Train Station
  
• Stops: 10 captivating landmarks including Highland Park Public Library (Illinois), Highland Park station (Illinois), Mary W. Adams House
  

Experience the charm of Highland Park 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 Highland Park'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 Highland Park 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:

• 🚉  Highland Park station (Illinois) (3min)
• 🌳  Highland Park Public Library (Illinois) (2min)
• 🏢  Humer Building (3min)
• 🏛️  Jean Butz James Museum (2min)
• 🏠  C. S. Soule House (2min)
• 🏛️  Hazel Avenue/Prospect Avenue Historic District (4min)
• 🏠  Haerman Lanzl House (2min)
• 🏠  Ross J. Beatty House (4min)
• 🏠  Mary W. Adams House (2min)
• 🏠  Granville-Mott House (2min)

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

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

Above photo: Teemu08, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 3.0. Cropped & resized.

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

Above photo: Adam Moss, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 2.0. Cropped & resized.

Above photo: Teemu08, 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  • 
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