Honolulu Audio Tour: Royal Footsteps & Sacred Stories in Downtown

Above photo: Gearots551, Wikimedia Commons, Public domain. Cropped & resized.

Beneath the sun-soaked palms of Honolulu’s downtown, royal secrets and untold scandals echo through marble halls and ancient chapels.

Unlock these stories on a self-guided audio tour through the city’s heart, exploring icons like the Cathedral Basilica of Our Lady of Peace, ‘Iolani Palace, The Queen’s Medical Center and hidden corners most visitors overlook. Hear whispered rumors and marvel at legendary architecture while discovering where history still breathes.

What really sparked the midnight confrontation that rattled the throne inside ‘Iolani Palace? Which mysterious relic vanished without a trace from the Cathedral’s gilded altar? Why did a single hospital patient once halt city politics in its tracks?

Move through shadowed corridors, breezy courtyards and secret gardens where history’s dramas play out anew. Experience downtown’s pulse as its stories spring to life with each step forward.

Let curiosity guide you—uncover the hidden city waiting just beneath the surface.

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• Duration: 1 hour 31 minutes
  
• Distance: Around 3.9 km (2.4 miles)
  
• Audio Content: up to 35min
  
• Stops: 14 captivating landmarks including ʻIolani Palace, Cathedral Basilica of Our Lady of Peace, Royal School (Hawaii)
  

Experience the charm of Downtown 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 Downtown'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 Honolulu 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:

• ⛪  Cathedral Basilica of Our Lady of Peace (3min)
• 📍  Episcopal Diocese of Hawaii (2min)
• 📍  Washington Place (4min)
• 🗿  Statue of Father Damien (2min)
• 🏰  ʻIolani Palace (4min)
• 🗿  Statues of Kamehameha I (2min)
• 📍  Aliʻiōlani Hale (3min)
• ⚰️  Lunalilo Mausoleum (4min)
• ⛪  Kawaiahaʻo Church (4min)
• 📍  Downtown Honolulu (4min)
• 📚  Hawaiian Mission Houses Historic Site and Archives (2min)
• 📚  Hawaiʻi State Library (4min)
• 📍  The Queen's Medical Center (4min)
• 👑  Royal School (Hawaii) (3min)

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

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

Above photo: Gage Skidmore, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 2.0. Cropped & resized.

Above photo: Gearots551, Wikimedia Commons, Public domain. Cropped & resized.

Above photo: Gage Skidmore, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 2.0. Cropped & resized.

Above photo: Mark Miller, 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  • 
🇬🇪 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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