Wilmington Audio Tour: Timelines, Trains & Titans of the City

Fri, 26 Sep, 2025 at 12:00 pm to Sat, 25 Oct, 2025 at 12:00 am UTC-04:00

Old Customshouse (Wilmington, Delaware) | Wilmington

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Wilmington Audio Tour: Timelines, Trains & Titans of the City
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Self-guided audio tour of Wilmington. Explore the area while listening to fascinating stories.
About this Event
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Above photo: McGhiever, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 4.0. Cropped & resized.

 



Embark on the Wilmington Audio Tour: Timelines, Trains & Titans of the City

Beneath Wilmington’s polished streets, the echoes of runaway trains and whispered conspiracies still reverberate. There’s far more to this city than meets the eye.

Explore Wilmington at your own pace with this immersive audio tour. Discover the secret tales and overlooked corners that most visitors speed right past.

Why did a colossal iron viaduct split a city—and nearly tear it apart? What is buried beneath the stone floor of the Cathedral of Saint Peter that no one dares mention? Which notorious scandal at Delaware Colony turned neighbors into lifelong enemies over nothing more than a borrowed lantern?

Move through centuries of political intrigue, rebellion, tragedy, and celebration. Each stop reveals new layers as you wind through city streets filled with drama and unexpected wonder. Feel history rush at your heels and glimpse Wilmington from an angle few ever see.

Hear the city’s secrets begin to stir. Your journey starts now.


 


🗺️ Tour Details
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  • Duration: 1 hour 4 minutes
  • Distance: Around 3.0 km (1.9 miles)
  • Audio Content: up to 23min
  • Meeting Point: Start at Old Customshouse (Wilmington, Delaware), only a 8 minute walk from Wilmington Train Station
  • Stops: 9 captivating landmarks including Delaware Colony, Grand Opera House (Wilmington, Delaware), Delaware College of Art and Design

Experience the charm of Wilmington 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 Wilmington'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 Wilmington 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?
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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:


  • ⚔️  Old Customshouse (Wilmington, Delaware) (3min)
  • ⚔️  Delaware Trust Building (3min)
  • 🅿️  Burton v. Wilmington Parking Authority (2min)
  • ⚔️  F. W. Woolworth Building (Wilmington, Delaware) (4min)
  • ⚔️  Grand Opera House (Wilmington, Delaware) (4min)
  • 🎨  Delaware College of Art and Design (3min)
  • ⛪  Cathedral of Saint Peter (Wilmington, Delaware) (2min)
  • ⚔️  Delaware Colony (2min)
  • 🌉  Wilmington Rail Viaduct (3min)

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


 


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

 


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

 


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Above photo: John Phelan, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 3.0. Cropped & resized.

 


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Above photo: McGhiever, 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


 


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Old Customshouse (Wilmington, Delaware), Old Customshouse (Wilmington, Delaware), Wilmington, United States

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