Vancouver Audio Tour: Echoes & Legends of Esther Short's Heart

Above photo: Doug Kerr

derivative work: MrPanyGoff, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 2.0. Cropped & resized.

A cannon once shook Esther Short’s quiet square and an ancient cathedral concealed fierce political ambitions within its stone walls. This is not just a riverside town. It’s a crossroads shaped by rivalries, mothers of revolutions, vanished pioneers, and unsolved mysteries.

Take this self-guided audio tour to peel back Vancouver’s everyday face and discover hidden legends only locals whisper about. Roam between the Proto-Cathedral of St. James the Greater, the Pioneer Mother Memorial, waterfront secrets, and unexpected corners history forgot.

Why did a monumental scandal unfold behind cathedral doors? Who vanished without a trace by the river’s edge one foggy night? What’s the story behind a certain carved signature near the Pioneer Mother Memorial?

Traverse under leafy canopies and along shimmering water. Feel tension ripple through stolen glances, whispered rebellions, and vanished dreams. See Vancouver as a stage for intrigue and transformation.

Press play and step inside the city’s most closely guarded stories.

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• Duration: 1 hour 31 minutes
  
• Distance: Around 4.1 km (2.6 miles)
  
• Audio Content: up to 33min
  
• Meeting Point: Start at Vancouver Waterfront Park, only a 10 minute walk from Vancouver Train Station
  
• Stops: 13 captivating landmarks including Esther Short Park, Evergreen Hotel (Vancouver), Elks Building (Vancouver, Washington)
  

Experience the charm of Esther Short 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 Esther Short'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 Vancouver 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:

• 🌳  Vancouver Waterfront Park (2min)
• 🗿  Captain George Vancouver Monument Plaza (4min)
• ⚔️  Veterans of Foreign Wars Memorial Plaza (3min)
• 🌳  Evergreen Hotel (Vancouver) (3min)
• 🔔  Salmon Run Bell Tower (2min)
• 🗿  Statue of George Vancouver (Vancouver, Washington) (4min)
• 🌳  Esther Short Park (4min)
• 🗿  The Pioneer Mother Memorial (2min)
• 🏢  Elks Building (Vancouver, Washington) (3min)
• 🏢  Vancouver Telephone Building (2min)
• 🏠  Hidden Houses (3min)
• ⛪  Proto-Cathedral of St. James the Greater (3min)
• ⚖️  Clark County Courthouse (Washington) (3min)

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

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

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

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

Above photo: Doug Kerr

derivative work: MrPanyGoff, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 2.0. Cropped & resized.

Above photo: Cory Barnes, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY 2.0. 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  • 
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🇮🇳 Marathi  • 
🇲🇳 Mongolian  • 
🇳🇴 Norwegian  • 
🇮🇷 Persian  • 
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🇷🇴 Romanian  • 
🇷🇸 Serbian  • 
🇸🇰 Slovak  • 
🇸🇮 Slovenian  • 
🇸🇴 Somali  • 
🇰🇪 Swahili  • 
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🇹🇭 Thai  • 
🇺🇦 Ukrainian  • 
🇵🇰 Urdu  • 
🇻🇳 Vietnamese

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