Alexandria Audio Tour: Echoes of Revolution and Reverie

Schedule

Tue, 30 Sep, 2025 at 12:00 pm to Thu, 30 Oct, 2025 at 12:00 am

UTC-04:00

Location

Meade Memorial Episcopal Church | Alexandria, VA

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Self-guided audio tour of Alexandria. Explore the area while listening to fascinating stories.
About this Event
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Above photo: Beyond My Ken, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 4.0. Cropped & resized.

 



Embark on the Alexandria Audio Tour: Echoes of Revolution and Reverie

Blood once soaked Old Town Alexandria’s cobblestones—yet secret meetings and whispered scandals still echo behind those stately brick walls.

With this self-guided audio tour, wander the streets at your own pace and unearth the gripping stories tangled in Alexandria’s shadows. Move beyond postcard scenes and into the hidden world where history took a darker turn.

Who sealed a dangerous pact at Lee–Fendall House during a midnight standoff? What vanished treasure haunts Carlyle House, leaving only cryptic clues behind? Why does the innocuous red door at 515 North Washington Street draw such whispered speculation among locals?

Trace every twist and betrayal through sun-dappled gardens and hushed corridors. Explore the crossroads of revolutionaries, rebels, and families fractured by impossible choices—where every step reveals another layer of intrigue.

The secrets of Alexandria are closer than they appear. Put on your headphones and step into the story.


 


🗺️ Tour Details
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  • Duration: 1 hour 6 minutes
  • Distance: Around 2.4 km (1.5 miles)
  • Audio Content: up to 33min
  • Stops: 13 captivating landmarks including Gadsby's Tavern, Christ Church (Alexandria, Virginia), Lee–Fendall House

Experience the charm of Alexandria 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 Alexandria'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 Alexandria 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:


  • ⛪  Meade Memorial Episcopal Church (4min)
  • 🏠  Moses Hepburn Rowhouses (2min)
  • 🏠  Robert E. Lee Boyhood Home (2min)
  • 🛣️  515 North Washington Street (2min)
  • 🌾  Lee–Fendall House (2min)
  • 📚  Alexandria Library (Virginia) (4min)
  • 🏠  Lloyd House (Alexandria, Virginia) (4min)
  • ⛪  Christ Church (Alexandria, Virginia) (3min)
  • 🍺  Gadsby's Tavern (3min)
  • 🏛️  Alexandria City Hall (2min)
  • 🛍️  Stabler-Leadbeater Apothecary Shop (4min)
  • 🏠  Carlyle House (2min)
  • 🎨  Torpedo Factory Art Center (2min)

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


 


Event Photos

Above photo: Ser Amantio di Nicolao, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY 3.0. Cropped & resized.

 


Event Photos

Above photo: Beyond My Ken, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 4.0. Cropped & resized.

 


Event Photos

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

 


Event Photos

Above photo: Beyond My Ken, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 4.0. Cropped & resized.

 


Event Photos

Above photo: Ser Amantio di Nicolao, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY 3.0. 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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Meade Memorial Episcopal Church, Meade Memorial Episcopal Church, Alexandria, United States

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