Miami Audio Tour: Echoes of Downtown—Time, Towers & Tales

Above photo: Phillip Pessar, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY 2.0. Cropped & resized.

Beneath Miami’s relentless sun, secrets ripple through glass towers and quiet reading rooms—truths the neon beaches never reveal.

This self-guided audio tour leads you through Miami’s beating heart, past landmarks most travelers ignore. Hidden stories and dramatic moments lurk behind the shelves of the Miami-Dade Public Library, the buzzing halls of Switchboard of Miami, and the soaring ambition of One Bayfront Plaza. Discover the city beneath the postcard.

What storm forced a library to become a rescue center overnight? Who vanished after one desperate phone call at Switchboard of Miami? And why did the shape of One Bayfront Plaza nearly spark an architectural mutiny?

Unspool Miami’s tangled history with every step. Walk where scandals clashed with hope and forgotten rebels once shaped the skyline. Each stop promises a new layer of intrigue, urging your senses and curiosity forward.

Unlock what Miami hides. Begin your journey and let the city’s boldest stories find you.

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• Duration: 1 hour 4 minutes
  
• Distance: Around 3.0 km (1.9 miles)
  
• Audio Content: up to 20min
  
• Meeting Point: Start at Switchboard of Miami, only a 3 minute walk from Miami Central Train Station
  
• Stops: 8 captivating landmarks including Knight Center Complex, Olympia Theater (Miami), Miami-Dade County Courthouse
  

Experience the charm of Miami 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 Miami'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 Miami 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:

• 📍  Switchboard of Miami (2min)
• 🎭  Olympia Theater (Miami) (2min)
• 🌳  One Bayfront Plaza (2min)
• 📍  Knight Center Complex (3min)
• 🏢  Security Building (Miami, Florida) (4min)
• ⚖️  Miami-Dade County Courthouse (4min)
• 🍺  Miami-Dade Public Library System (4min)
• 🏛️  Lummus Park Historic District (2min)

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

Above photo: Miami-Dade County, Wikimedia Commons, Public domain. Cropped & resized.

Above photo: Gpaz0827, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 4.0. Cropped & resized.

Above photo: Phillip Pessar, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY 2.0. Cropped & resized.

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

Above photo: Averette, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY 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  • 
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🇸🇦 Arabic  • 
🇰🇷 Korean  • 
🇸🇪 Swedish  • 
🇩🇰 Danish  • 
🇫🇮 Finnish  • 
🇵🇱 Polish  • 
🇨🇿 Czech  • 
🇭🇺 Hungarian  • 
🇬🇷 Greek  • 
🇹🇷 Turkish  • 
🇮🇳 Hindi  • 
🇦🇱 Albanian  • 
🇪🇹 Amharic  • 
🇦🇲 Armenian  • 
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🇧🇬 Bulgarian  • 
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