Utica Audio Tour: Echoes of Heritage in Downtown’s Historic Heart

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

Beneath Utica’s polished streets lies a history shaped by rebellion, invention, and intrigue. There’s more to this city than meets the eye—a hidden world bursts into life just steps from where the city’s first brew flowed and vibrant canvases shimmer in museum light.

This self-guided audio tour unlocks stories passed over by most travelers. Wander from the legendary Matt Brewing Company to the luminous Munson-Williams-Proctor Arts Institute and the stoic Alexander Pirnie Federal Building—each with tales that reshape the city’s past.

What secret showdown once echoed within federal walls at midnight? Which work of art vanished, only to reappear in the strangest spot? And why did Utica’s oldest brewmaster stash barrels behind a false wall?

Stride through vivid alleyways of scandal, conflict, and inspiration. Experience Utica’s downtown as a living puzzle, piecing together the fragments left behind by rebels and visionaries.

Listen in and start uncovering the secrets hidden just beneath your feet.

• 
  
• Duration: 1 hour 25 minutes
  
• Distance: Around 4.2 km (2.6 miles)
  
• Audio Content: up to 25min
  
• Meeting Point: Start at Doyle Hardware Building, only a 2 minute walk from Utica Train Station
  
• Stops: 10 captivating landmarks including Munson-Williams-Proctor Arts Institute, Matt Brewing Company, Millar-Wheeler House
  

Experience the charm of Downtown Utica 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.

• 
  
• Professionally narrated audio stories bringing Downtown Utica'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
  

• 
  
• 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 Utica 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:

• 
  
• 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:

• ⚔️  Doyle Hardware Building (3min)
• 🏢  Alexander Pirnie Federal Building (4min)
• 🏨  Hotel Utica (4min)
• ⛪  Grace Church (Utica, New York) (3min)
• 🎵  New Century Club (Utica, New York) (4min)
• 🍺  Utica Public Library (2min)
• 🏠  Millar-Wheeler House (4min)
• 🎨  Munson-Williams-Proctor Arts Institute (3min)
• 📍  Matt Brewing Company (3min)
• ⛪  St. Joseph's Church (Utica, New York) (3min)

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

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

Above photo: Kenneth C. Zirkel, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 4.0. Cropped & resized.

Above photo: Kenneth C. Zirkel, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 4.0. Cropped & resized.

Above photo: Kenneth C. Zirkel, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 4.0. Cropped & resized.

Above photo: Agreen54, 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

🎉 Congratulations on reading this far! You've earned yourself a little treat. Use code ILOVEAUDIOTOURS at checkout for 10% off your tour. Because who doesn't love a good discount for being thorough? 😉

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Doyle Hardware Building, Doyle Hardware Building, Utica, United States

Concerts, fests, parties, meetups - all the happenings, one place.

Get App