Pittsburgh Audio Tour: Echoes of Industry and Immigrant Spirits

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

Red-brick smokestacks pierce Pittsburgh’s skyline, but the real heart of the city pulses beneath—where beer, blood, and business have collided for centuries.

Head out with this self-guided audio tour and start tracking down the hidden fighting spirit of the Steel City. Unlock untold stories lurking between legendary breweries, world-leading hospitals, and the industrial giants that shaped a nation.

What desperate promise caused the Penn Brewery to brew under threat of J*il? Which shadowy operation at Allegheny General sent ripples through the world of medicine overnight? And why was a ketchup empire’s worst scandal decided by just one stubborn janitor?

Walk the brew-soaked sidewalks, cut through alleys where power changed hands, and feel the pulse of revolutions both loud and silent. Every corner turns up a new battle or secret, impossible to see in a simple glance.

Ready to crack open Pittsburgh’s steel shell and discover what’s been simmering underneath?

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• Duration: 1 hour 10 minutes
  
• Distance: Around 3.1 km (1.9 miles)
  
• Audio Content: up to 25min
  
• Meeting Point: Start at Heinz, only a 18 minute walk from Pittsburgh Union Station
  
• Stops: 10 captivating landmarks including Heinz, Penn Brewery, Allegheny General Hospital
  

Experience the charm of Pittsburgh 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 Pittsburgh'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 Pittsburgh 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:

• 📍  Heinz (2min)
• 🏠  Sarah Heinz House (4min)
• 🍺  Penn Brewery (4min)
• 🏔️  Schiller Elementary School (3min)
• 🏛️  Teutonia Maennerchor Hall (3min)
• 🏦  Workingman's Savings Bank & Trust Co. (2min)
• 📍  Hanauer-Rosenberg Residence (3min)
• 🏥  Allegheny General Hospital (2min)
• 🏫  Latimer School (3min)
• 🏛️  Allegheny Social Hall (4min)

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

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

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

Above photo: Allegheny Health Network, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 4.0. Cropped & resized.

Above photo: Matthew W.C. Falcone, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 4.0. Cropped & resized.

Above photo: Nyttend, 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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