Pasadena Audio Tour: Literary Legends, Artful Avenues & Timeless Towers

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

A chorus of bells once signaled revolutions and revelations in Pasadena’s heart while secret tunnels echoed beneath the city’s tiled streets.

Navigate this vibrant city with a self-guided audio tour that unlocks the hidden stories behind Pasadena’s grandest facades and most elusive corners. Uncover what most visitors overlook as you wander at your own pace.

Who risked everything to stage an underground protest beneath the arches of All Saints Episcopal Church? Which code was whispered among shadows behind St. Andrew’s glowing stained glass? Why did Old Pasadena’s neon lights suddenly flicker out one scandalous evening and what vanished with them?

Trace footfalls of rebels, visionaries, and the quietly defiant as lively streets transform into a stage for secrets and drama. Each echo on the pavement holds new revelations, shifting the city’s familiar face into something far richer.

Ready to descend beneath the surface and let Pasadena whisper its truths? Press play.

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• Duration: 1 hour 35 minutes
  
• Distance: Around 4.4 km (2.8 miles)
  
• Audio Content: up to 33min
  
• Meeting Point: Start at Vroman's Bookstore, only a 12 minute walk from Lake Station
  
• Stops: 13 captivating landmarks including Old Pasadena, Vroman's Bookstore, USC Pacific Asia Museum
  

Experience the charm of Pasadena 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 Pasadena'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 Pasadena 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:

• 🛍️  Vroman's Bookstore (2min)
• 🏛️  Pacific Research Institute (4min)
• ⛪  Scottish Rite Cathedral (Pasadena, California) (4min)
• 🏛️  Pasadena Museum of California Art (2min)
• 🏛️  USC Pacific Asia Museum (4min)
• ⛪  All Saints Episcopal Church (Pasadena, California) (4min)
• 📍  Civic Center Financial District (3min)
• 🏛️  Pasadena City Hall (3min)
• 🗿  Memorial Park station (2min)
• 🌳  Hotel Green (3min)
• 📍  Old Pasadena (3min)
• 📍  Evolution Robotics (3min)
• ⛪  St. Andrew's Catholic Church (Pasadena, California) (4min)

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

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

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

Above photo: Cullen328, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 3.0. Cropped & resized.

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

Above photo: Unknown author, 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  • 
🇮🇳 Malayalam  • 
🇮🇳 Marathi  • 
🇲🇳 Mongolian  • 
🇳🇴 Norwegian  • 
🇮🇷 Persian  • 
🇮🇳 Punjabi  • 
🇷🇴 Romanian  • 
🇷🇸 Serbian  • 
🇸🇰 Slovak  • 
🇸🇮 Slovenian  • 
🇸🇴 Somali  • 
🇰🇪 Swahili  • 
🇵🇭 Tagalog  • 
🇮🇳 Tamil  • 
🇮🇳 Telugu  • 
🇹🇭 Thai  • 
🇺🇦 Ukrainian  • 
🇵🇰 Urdu  • 
🇻🇳 Vietnamese

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