Philadelphia Audio Tour: A Journey Through Philly's Heartbeat

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Beneath the shadow of Philadelphia’s soaring City Hall, secret alliances and public scandals have rippled for centuries. Behind historic facades, entire chapters of American power and protest unfold just out of view.

Uncover these hidden stories on a self-guided audio tour through Philly’s heart. Move beyond surface sights to find markets humming with forbidden deals, skyscrapers alive with tech intrigue, and crossroads haunted by unrest that shaped a nation.

Which political showdown almost brought City Hall to its knees? What odd superstition still echoes inside Reading Terminal Market’s bustling corridors? And why did one anonymous note sent from Comcast Tower send shockwaves across the city?

Walk through eras of rebellion, rivalry, invention, and invention, feeling each street pulse with forgotten drama. Every turn invites new revelations as you glimpse Philadelphia not just as a place but as an epic story lived in real time.

Press play. The secrets beneath the stone are waiting.

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• Duration: 2 hours 15 minutes
  
• Distance: Around 3.8 km (2.3 miles)
  
• Audio Content: up to 1h 20min
  
• Stops: 15 captivating landmarks including Philadelphia Stock Exchange, Love Park, Comcast
  

Experience the charm of Philadelphia 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 Philadelphia'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 Philadelphia 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:

• 📍  Chinatown, Philadelphia (2min)
• 🚉  Reading Terminal Market (2min)
• 📍  Sigma Sound Studios (2min)
• ⛪  Pennsylvania Convention Center (4min)
• 📍  Philadelphia Flower Show (2min)
• 🏨  Grand Lodge of Pennsylvania (4min)
• 🎨  Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts (2min)
• 🌳  Love Park (3min)
• 📍  Comcast (3min)
• 📍  WMMR (4min)
• 🏪  Market Street (Philadelphia) (4min)
• 🏛️  Philadelphia City Hall (3min)
• 📍  Wanamaker Organ (2min)
• 🛣️  Broad Street (Philadelphia) (2min)
• 📍  Philadelphia Stock Exchange (2min)

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

Learn even more about Philadelphia with these bonus audio stories available in the app:

• 🏛️    Native Peoples (2min)
• 🏛️    Colonial Era (4min)
• 🏛️    American Revolution (4min)
• 🏛️    19th Century (3min)
• 🏛️    20th Century (3min)
• 🏛️    21st Century (1min)
• 🌍    Topography (3min)
• 🌍    Cityscape (4min)
• 🌍    Climate (3min)
• 🌟    Immigration And Cultural Diversity (4min)
• 🌟    Religion (4min)
• 🌟    Languages (1min)
• 🎭    Courts (3min)
• 🎭    Politics (4min)
• 🎭    Environmental Policy (2min)

These additional topics provide deeper insights into the city's culture, history, and local life.

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

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

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

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

Above photo: Abhiram Juvvadi, 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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