Palo Alto Audio Tour: Legends, Labs, and Landmarks of Santa Clara County

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

A golden mosaic glimmers beneath cathedral arches as desert blooms defy lush lawns—Stanford’s secrets are everywhere, hiding in plain sight.

This self-guided audio tour leads through Santa Clara County’s storied heart, unlocking hidden chapters behind world-class art, living sculptures, and sacred stone. Discover the tales and controversies most visitors rush past.

Who risked everything to save Stanford Memorial Church as flames licked its walls? What silent guardian wanders the shadows of the Cantor Arts Center each night? Which rare cactus once sparked a campus scandal involving midnight thieves and an eccentric botanist?

Each stop winds you deeper into a campus alive with rebellions, enigmas, and creative brilliance. Wander sunlit paths and ivy arcs while uncovering the drama beneath Stanford’s serene façade. The familiar transforms with every step.

Begin now and glimpse the shimmering truth that lies just beyond the surface.

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• Duration: 1 hour 34 minutes
  
• Distance: Around 4.5 km (2.8 miles)
  
• Audio Content: up to 33min
  
• Meeting Point: Start at Arizona Cactus Garden, only a 15 minute walk from Palo Alto Train Station
  
• Stops: 13 captivating landmarks including Stanford Memorial Church, Stanford Mausoleum, Maples Pavilion
  

Experience the charm of Santa Clara County 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 Santa Clara County'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 Palo Alto 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:

• 🌺  Arizona Cactus Garden (2min)
• ⚰️  Stanford Mausoleum (4min)
• 🎨  Cantor Arts Center (3min)
• 📍  James H. Clark Center (2min)
• 📍  Beckman Center for Molecular and Genetic Medicine (2min)
• 🏛️  Sequoia Hall (4min)
• ⛪  Stanford Memorial Church (2min)
• 🎓  Stanford University Libraries (3min)
• 🗼  Stanford Clock Tower (4min)
• 🗼  Hoover Tower (2min)
• 🗿  Stanford Memorial Auditorium (2min)
• 🏟️  Frost Amphitheater (3min)
• 🏛️  Maples Pavilion (4min)

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

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

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

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

Above photo: LPS.1, Wikimedia Commons, CC0. Cropped & resized.

Above photo: Dmarzan, Wikimedia Commons, Public domain. 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  • 
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🇲🇳 Mongolian  • 
🇳🇴 Norwegian  • 
🇮🇷 Persian  • 
🇮🇳 Punjabi  • 
🇷🇴 Romanian  • 
🇷🇸 Serbian  • 
🇸🇰 Slovak  • 
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🇰🇪 Swahili  • 
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🇵🇰 Urdu  • 
🇻🇳 Vietnamese

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