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  • San Francisco: Alcatraz's Untold Stories Audio Tour

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    Alcatraz Island used to host a Civil War fort, a military prison and a notorious namesake federal prison till 1963. This tour will show how the maximum-security Alcatraz prison operated across the 17 important open-air sites and narrate its eventful past.

    The journey starts at Pier 33, where you will board the ferry to Alcatraz Island and listen to its history dating back to the Gold Rush era. Later on, you will enter one of the oldest buildings there, the neglected Military Guard House that was a cutting-edge fortification to defend California back then.
    Climbing up the rocks, you will pass by the stately shell of the Officers' Club where officers and their families would gather to play bingo, watch movies and celebrate holidays.
    As you approach the immense Cellhouse, where the most dangerous criminals in the whole U.S. used to lodge, its scale will amaze you.
    Looking at the imposing Warden’s House ruins nearby, you will imagine the lavish cocktail parties that the first warden would throw here.
    On your way up, you will admire the blooming West Side Gardens like a few lucky prisoners would, who worked there instead of the industry buildings.
    Finally, you will reach the island's summit and get back to 1936, when the first dare-devil inmate Joseph Bowers took his chance to escape and learn his fate.
    Join the tour to walk the secluded rocky grounds and discover how the Alcatraz residents, both imprisoned and free, lived and enjoyed it there!

    2 min
  • Introduction to Las Vegas: Exploring Must-Sees of the Lively Entertainment City

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    Welcome to fabulous Las Vegas! With this audio tour, get ready to poke into casinos, meet Elvis clones, get introduced to the local landmarks, and walk along the glitzy Strip, the most recognizable street in Vegas.

    You will start the tour right at the never-sleeping Las Vegas Blvd, or the so-called Strip, which will take you to the cinematic past of the area.
    One of the superb casino hotels, the Bellagio Hotel, will pull you in with spectacular Fountains of the Bellagio water show, the beloved symbol of the city.
    The notorious kitschy architecture is all around, so be surprised by a 540-foot Eiffel Tower replica mounted into the Paris Hotel's building nearby.
    Off Europe to Polynesia and beyond gambling, too, you will marvel at the ever-erupting volcano and its flame rising 100 feet above its own lagoon on the Mirage Hotel grounds.
    The tour will also take you off the Strip to hit the eclectic 18-block Art District, where fancy art venues embrace various styles and genres and even LV showgirl art.
    On the second most famous street in Vegas, where the thriving entertainment industry was actually born, do partake in the immersive Fremont Street Experience to learn how it happened.
    Finally, you will stop by the Las Vegas Natural History Museum to explore what Las Vegas was back in prehistoric times, if you like.
    Join the tour to unveil Las Vegas's Wild West sleepy town past and enjoy its dazzling present of the tropical gaming oasis!

    2 min
  • Real Los Angeles: Exploring the City's Charming Vibe Beyond the Entertainment

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    Discover a different side of the second-largest city in the United States guided through its vibrant streets by this in-app audio tour! Mostly known for the entertainment it produces, Los Angeles has a rich and diverse history, too.

    The tour starts in the oldest part of downtown – the Village of Our Lady Queen of The Angels, where you will learn about the Mexican rule in the city's early days.
    You will walk past many places so familiar from dozens of movies filmed on the streets of this city. One of such spots is the Union Station, the city's central railway station and the largest railroad passenger terminal in the western United States. You’ll immediately acknowledge it from such movies as "The Dark Knight Rises," "Blade Runner," "Pearl Harbor," and others.
    If you feel like chilling a bit, stop by the Grand Park, an urban oasis and a cozy area for cultural events, festivals, and holiday celebrations.
    During the tour, you will learn about the most memorable Academy Award presentations in the Dorothy Chandler Pavilion and stroll in the Broadway Theater District, which was once home to the world’s highest concentration of cinemas.
    To finish your journey on a high note, get into the Millennium Biltmore Hotel, an architectural and historic landmark, and be inspired by its luxury and glamour.
    Enjoy your tour and the charm of Los Angeles!

    2 min
  • Chicago: Millennium Park's Architectural Wonders Audio Tour

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    Millennium Park in downtown Chicago is a collection of bold architecture, public art, and landscape design hosting numerous free events for locals and visitors. This self-guided audio tour will walk you around it, and the creators themselves will be your guides.

    You will start at the sleek Exelon Pavilions to catch up with the green LEED program and its intricacies and learn how these green buildings benefit the city. Don't miss seeing the Harris Theater, which is 30 feet below Lake Michigan's waterline, designed by the same local firm HBRA Inc.
    Back on the surface, you will get tongue-tied by the swooping shapes of the open-air Jay Pritzker Pavilion, a concert venue with a one-of-a-kind audio reverb system. Next, you will enjoy a panorama of Chicago's famous Michigan Avenue architecture from the snake-like BP Bridge, the starchitect Frank Gehry's other creation.
    From there, you will come to explore the tranquil Lurie Garden that replicates the ecosystem of a midwestern prairie amidst the urban noise of Chicago.
    At Wrigley Square, you will admire the Greek peristyle-shaped Millennium Monument in honor of the benefactors who made the construction of the park possible.
    Finally, you will learn what the Crown Fountain, a celebrated public artist Jaume Plensa's brainchild beloved by Chicago kids, has to do with stadium scoreboards.
    Join the tour to experience Millennium Park's visual amenities and get inspired by creative design ideas!

    2 min
  • Hollywood Secrets: Sneaking Into Offbeat Locations of the Famous District

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    Take this in-app audio tour to see what else Hollywood has to offer apart from the most popular tourist spots. This tour will show you some lesser-known stops and give a different perspective on Hollywood and its charm.

    The tour starts at the Magic Castle, a fairytale-like chateau, which houses a secret magic club. Then you will make your way to another neighborhood's best-kept secret — a place to enjoy one of the best views of Hollywood Sign.
    You will pass by the Highland Gardens Hotel, located in the area with multiple recording studios, and will hear what famous singers and musicians used to stay here while recording their new albums.
    You will see the Second City comedy theater, which has given Hollywood its funniest characters, and the Cinerama Dome, which still projects 70 mm films making it an apple of discord between celebrities.
    Finally, you will be fascinated by the installation of the Four Ladies of Hollywood, which features four women who made their mark on Hollywood by not just their accomplishments but because of the barriers they broke to succeed.
    Get ready for an exciting walk-through in Hollywood!

    2 min
  • Luxembourg in 1 Day: Main Highlights of the City

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    This city walk is going to take you to all the major city attractions of the city, as well as some hidden gems that were chosen just for you!

    In your journey around Luxembourg, you will see Palais Grand Ducal, the official residence of the Grand Duke, the head of state of the Grand Duchy of Luxembourg, and have a chance to admire its splendid exterior. Then you'll visit Guillaume II Square that has always been a place where people meet and share the latest local news. You will pay a visit to Gëlle Fra, The Golden Lady, a memorial of the thousands of Luxembourgian soldiers that died in World War I, and hear about its various “adventures.”
    In the second part of our tour, you will take a stroll along the cute little streets of Grund, the most picturesque and lively part of the city where you will have a chance to stop for a drink or grab a bite at any of the local bars or cafes. The tour then will take you to the UNESCO World Heritage site, Casemates du Bock, and will tell you all about the underground world of tunnels under the city.
    At the end of your journey, you will arrive at the Cinémathèque de la Ville de Luxembourg, an absolutely charming old-fashioned movie theatre, which would be an amazing place to go for a movie night after the tour.

    3 min
  • Oslo by Bike: Discover Norwegian Capital in 1 Day

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    Discover a wonderful mixture of old and new, nature and urbanization in the capital of Norway!

    You will have a chance to cross the urban part of the city by bike and get a feeling of Norwegian nature, since that is always present, even here in Oslo.
    Our tour starts at the bike station near the marvelous National Opera and Ballet theatre. You will have a chance to explore the city's must-see sights, including the food market Mathallen – gastronomic heaven with over 30 stalls offering organic vegetables, small-scale produced meat, cheeses of all kinds, various cakes, and chocolates. You will visit Aker Brygge, the most popular shopping destination in Norway, famous for its various dining and entertainment facilities.
    You will marvel at the splendid Uranienborg church with its incredible stained glass windows created by Emanuel Vigeland and get up close with Frogner Church – one of few churches in Oslo that is built amongst ordinary apartments.
    You will discover both centers of ruling power: Oslo City Hall and Stortinget, the Norwegian Parliament, and will hear about the times of the German Nazi occupation of Norway between 1940 and 1945 at the Norway Resistance Museum, where the tour finishes.
    Get ready for an exciting journey through the history of Norway and see all the best the city has to offer!

    2 min
  • Budapest: Buda Castle Hill Walk Audio Tour

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    Get to know the beauty of Budapest with this in-app audio tour!

    Budapest is one of the most fascinating capitals in Europe. Its heart is an impressive castle district located high on a hill. This tour will take you on a walk around this historic area.
    You will enter the castle area through Vienna Gate, one of the old unique entrances to the castle hill. You will listen to marvelous stories about Hungary's history and modern life while enjoying the wonderful view over the Buda side.
    Then the tour will then take you to the Matthias Church, where you will examine its unusual colorful roof decorated with ceramics and learn why it is named after King Matthias. Afterward, you'll climb up the Fishermen's Bastion for a superb view over the Danube, the Hungarian Parliament on the opposite side of the river, and the famous Chain Bridge.
    Your journey will continue at the Sandor Palace, the headquarters of the president of Hungary, created in an elegant classical style. Then, of course, you will see the magnificent Royal Palace demolished during World War II. Today it houses the Hungarian National Gallery.
    At the end of the tour, you will have a chance to take a walk down to the Gelert Thermal Baths. You will learn about different treatments available there and get recommendations from a local.

    2 min
  • Florence: Ancient Echoes Audio Tour

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    This guide will accompany you on a journey into the past to discover the ancient magnificence of the Roman Florentia. The tour was carefully planned to allow you to retrace the principal phases of the discovery and the most important findings of the Roman city.

    Florence hides the memory of its past splendors: the defensive walls, the aqueduct, the theatre and amphitheater, the forum, the remains of paleo-Christian churches. At first, you will learn about one of the Romans’ preferred spots – the Forum and the Capitolium that were situated on the Piazza della Repubblica.
    Then you'll walk around the one-of-a-kind Pagliazza Tower that rests on the wall of a circular bath of the Roman Florentia and has a unique and fascinating history. On the pavement of Via del Proconsolo, you will see the traces of excavations, where once the remains of the Roman walls were discovered. And from there, the tour will bring you to the Palazzo della Signoria and Palazzo Gondi where once stood the Theater of Florentia and the Thermae Maximae – one of the major structures in the whole Roman Florence.
    Feel like a real archaeologist and embark on a journey in search of traces of ancient culture in the most amazing city on Earth!

    2 min
  • Miami: Downtown Audio Tour

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    Get ready to see how Miami popped up atop the swamps to grow large and fast! This tour will narrate you its history as you browse the downtown Miami period buildings, instead of the modern skyscrapers and glitzy South Beach.

    You will start the time journey near the Chaille Block to witness how the local commercial architecture looked like during the first building boom in the early 20th century.
    Few steps away, get back to the 1560s as you admire the stately Gesu Catholic Church, a legacy of the earliest Spanish settlements in Florida, rebuilt in 1896.
    The soaring Miami-Dade County Courthouse nearby will surprise you how troublesome it was to construct skyscrapers on Miami's soft soil a century ago.
    Passing by the historic lowrise Flagler Worker's House, you will meet the famous oil and railroad tycoon and hotelier Henry Flagler who developed Miami and Florida down to Key West.
    Crossing the scenic Brickell Bridge over the Miami River, you will reimagine the life of the area's first tenants as the towering statue of the Tequesta Indians catches your eyes.
    Finally, you will discover the First Presbyterian Church, Henry Flagler's significant gift to the Presbyterians, who would gather for sermons in a restaurant in Miami's early days.
    To get there, you will walk through and take in the glorious views of Biscayne Bay and the iconic skyline from the waterfront Brickell Park.
    Join this tour to engage with Miami's past on a deeper level and get inspired!

    2 min

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