Lowell Audio Tour: Canals, Churches, and Creative Spirits

Above photo: Kenneth C. Zirkel, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 4.0. Cropped & resized.

Smoke once billowed from Lowell’s brick mills and secrets still echo along its hidden canals. This city’s silent corners hold tales just waiting to be unearthed.

Uncover Lowell through a self-guided audio tour, navigating historic streets and hushed hallways where untold stories unfold. Peel back layers most visitors never notice and follow the currents of innovation, conflict, and ambition that shaped a nation.

Which disaster at the Pawtucket Gatehouse nearly brought the city to ruin overnight? What strange mystery haunts the silent stacks of the Pollard Memorial Library? Why did mill girls lead a quiet but powerful rebellion here?

Trace your path beside rushing water and through grand halls, feeling the pulse of rising industry and human drama. Every turn in Lowell reveals ingenious invention, fierce struggle, and fleeting moments that still ripple across time.

Press play and let Lowell’s hidden history rise to the surface.

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• Duration: 1 hour 32 minutes
  
• Distance: Around 4.0 km (2.5 miles)
  
• Audio Content: up to 35min
  
• Meeting Point: Start at Lowell Power Canal System and Pawtucket Gatehouse, only a 5 minute walk from Lowell Train Station
  
• Stops: 14 captivating landmarks including Lowell National Historical Park, Pawtucket Canal, Whistler House Museum of Art
  

Experience the charm of Lowell 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 Lowell'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 Lowell 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:

• 🚪  Lowell Power Canal System and Pawtucket Gatehouse (3min)
• ⛪  St. Patrick's Church (Lowell, Massachusetts) (2min)
• ⛪  Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church (Lowell, Massachusetts) (3min)
• 🏛️  Whistler House Museum of Art (3min)
• 🗿  Pollard Memorial Library (2min)
• 🌊  Merrimack Canal (2min)
• 🏛️  Lowell Heritage State Park (2min)
• 🏛️  New England Quilt Museum (4min)
• 📚  Lowell National Historical Park (2min)
• 🏢  F. Bradford Morse Federal Building (4min)
• 🌊  Pawtucket Canal (4min)
• 📍  Saints Medical Center (2min)
• 🏛️  Washington Square Historic District (Lowell, Massachusetts) (2min)
• 🪣  Holy Trinity Parish (Lowell, Massachusetts) (3min)

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

Above photo: Jlpapple, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY 3.0. Cropped & resized.

Above photo: Kenneth C. Zirkel, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 4.0. Cropped & resized.

Above photo: Mark M. Howland, Margy Chrisney, Wikimedia Commons, Public domain. Cropped & resized.

Above photo: Daderot, Wikimedia Commons, CC0. Cropped & resized.

Above photo: Emw, 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  • 
🇵🇹 Portuguese  • 
🇷🇺 Russian  • 
🇯🇵 Japanese  • 
🇨🇳 Chinese  • 
🇳🇱 Dutch  • 
🇧🇷 Portuguese (Brazil)  • 
🇸🇦 Arabic  • 
🇰🇷 Korean  • 
🇸🇪 Swedish  • 
🇩🇰 Danish  • 
🇫🇮 Finnish  • 
🇵🇱 Polish  • 
🇨🇿 Czech  • 
🇭🇺 Hungarian  • 
🇬🇷 Greek  • 
🇹🇷 Turkish  • 
🇮🇳 Hindi  • 
🇦🇱 Albanian  • 
🇪🇹 Amharic  • 
🇦🇲 Armenian  • 
🇧🇩 Bengali  • 
🇧🇦 Bosnian  • 
🇧🇬 Bulgarian  • 
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