About this Event
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Embark on the Wheaton Audio Tour: Echoes of Faith, Stage, and Scholarship
Beneath Wheaton’s tree-lined streets lies a legacy of secret debates, literary legends, and gripping courthouse drama waiting to be uncovered.
This self-guided audio tour leads right through the city’s heart, revealing insider stories and hidden places that most visitors stroll past without a second glance.
Who risked everything to challenge power behind the historic Old DuPage County Courthouse’s imposing walls? Why did a tightly guarded letter at the Marion E. Wade Center spark years of rumor and scholarly obsession? Which curious tradition has tied College Church and local politics together for over a century?
Move from sunlit squares into shadowed corridors where ideals clashed and scandals simmered. Each stop layers myth and memory, transforming ordinary corners into sites of suspense and surprise.
Unlock Wheaton’s secrets and stride into history. Start this tour and claim your place in the story.
🗺️ Tour Details
- Duration: 1 hour 4 minutes
- Distance: Around 3.0 km (1.9 miles)
- Audio Content: up to 23min
- Meeting Point: Start at Trinity Episcopal Church (Wheaton, Illinois), only a 3 minute walk from Wheaton Train Station
- Stops: 9 captivating landmarks including Billy Graham Center, Blanchard Hall, Marion E. Wade Center
Experience the charm of Wheaton 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.
🎒 What's Included
- Professionally narrated audio stories bringing Wheaton'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
ℹ️ Important Info
- 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!
📲 Getting Started is Easy!
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 Wheaton 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.
👥 Who's It For?
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.
🎧 What is AllTours?
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.
📍 Tour Stops
You will visit the following locations:
- ⛪ Trinity Episcopal Church (Wheaton, Illinois) (3min)
- 🎭 Grand Theatre (Wheaton, Illinois) (2min)
- 🏛️ DuPage County Historical Museum (3min)
- ⚖️ Old DuPage County Courthouse (3min)
- ⛪ College Church (4min)
- 📍 Marion E. Wade Center (4min)
- ⛪ Edman Memorial Chapel (2min)
- 🏛️ Blanchard Hall (4min)
- 📍 Billy Graham Center (4min)
Each stop features engaging audio stories that bring the location's history and significance to life.
Above photo: Sea Cow, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 4.0. Cropped & resized.
Above photo: Teemu08, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 3.0. Cropped & resized.
Above photo: Sea Cow, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 4.0. Cropped & resized.
Above photo: Sea Cow, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 4.0. Cropped & resized.
Above photo: Sea Cow, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 4.0. Cropped & resized.
🌍 Available Languages
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
Trinity Episcopal Church (Wheaton, Illinois), Trinity Episcopal Church (Wheaton, Illinois), Wheaton, United States
USD 5.49 to USD 29.99
