Quincy Audio Tour: Echoes of Grandeur in the Gem City

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

Underneath Quincy’s elegant brick facades, secrets pulse through alleyways where rival bootleggers clashed and immigrant visionaries shaped destinies.

Journey through the city with your self-guided audio tour, unlocking stories hidden behind frosted windows and beneath cobblestone streets. Move beyond the guidebooks to uncover moments most wanderers overlook.

What forced an entire downtown block to rebuild—in a single night of fire and fury? Which shadowy meeting in South Side’s German district changed the outcome of a local rebellion? And how did a scandal within the Oakley-Lindsay Center leave echoes in the city’s political halls?

Trace the steps of outcasts and influencers alike, feeling energy shift from riverside grandeur to secret courtyards. Discover Quincy in motion, where each street corners you into drama, daring you to see with new eyes.

The past is alive here. Press play and let Quincy reveal its hidden heart.

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• Duration: 1 hour 34 minutes
  
• Distance: Around 4.2 km (2.6 miles)
  
• Audio Content: up to 30min
  
• Stops: 12 captivating landmarks including Oakley-Lindsay Center, Ernest M. Wood Office and Studio, John Wood Mansion
  

Experience the charm of Quincy 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 Quincy'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 Quincy 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:

• 🏛️  Villa Kathrine (3min)
• 📍  Oakley-Lindsay Center (2min)
• 🏠  Morgan-Wells House (3min)
• 📍  State Savings Loan and Trust (3min)
• 🏛️  Downtown Quincy Historic District (2min)
• 🏢  S.J. Lesem Building (3min)
• 🏠  Robert W. Gardner House (3min)
• 📍  St. John's Parish (Quincy, Illinois) (3min)
• ⚖️  United States Post Office and Courthouse (Quincy, Illinois) (2min)
• 🏢  Ernest M. Wood Office and Studio (2min)
• 🏛️  South Side German Historic District (3min)
• 🏛️  John Wood Mansion (3min)

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

Above photo: Smallbones, Wikimedia Commons, CC0. Cropped & resized.

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

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

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

Above photo: Smallbones, 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  • 
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🇮🇳 Telugu  • 
🇹🇭 Thai  • 
🇺🇦 Ukrainian  • 
🇵🇰 Urdu  • 
🇻🇳 Vietnamese

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Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Villa Kathrine, Villa Kathrine, Quincy, United States