Athens Audio Tour: Legends, Lawyers, and Lost Cannons

Schedule

Sun, 21 Sep, 2025 at 12:00 pm to Wed, 22 Oct, 2025 at 12:00 am

UTC-04:00

Location

Franklin House (Athens, Georgia) | Athens, GA

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Self-guided audio tour of Athens. Explore the area while listening to fascinating stories.
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Embark on the Athens Audio Tour: Legends, Lawyers, and Lost Cannons

Beneath the vibrant heart of Athens lies a city haunted by secrets—a cannon built for chaos, a cemetery gripped by legend, and homes that once sheltered whispered scandals.

This self-guided audio tour leads you beyond the classroom brochures, revealing the twists and turns of Athens that most eyes overlook. Follow your curiosity across streets where past lives echo and forgotten stories wait to be discovered.

What force once tore through the stillness of Jackson Street Cemetery in the dead of night? Who really plotted behind the walls of the Camak House, and why did their scheme spark outrage? And what bizarre truth hides in the legend of Athens’ double-barreled cannon, a creation as infamous as it is misunderstood?

Walk in the footsteps of rebels, dreamers, and mischief-makers. Hear the city’s buried drama rise as every corner reveals a new twist in Athens’ tale.

Unlock the mysteries beneath Athens’ everyday streets—your journey begins now.


 


🗺️ Tour Details
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  • Duration: 1 hour 32 minutes
  • Distance: Around 4.0 km (2.5 miles)
  • Audio Content: up to 35min
  • Meeting Point: Start at Franklin House (Athens, Georgia), only a 5 minute walk from ACC Multi-Modal Transportation Center Bay L Bus Station
  • Stops: 14 captivating landmarks including Double-barreled cannon, Franklin College of Arts and Sciences, Richard B. Russell Library for Political Research and Studies

Experience the charm of Athens 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 Athens'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 Athens 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:


  • 🏠  Franklin House (Athens, Georgia) (4min)
  • 🏛️  Downtown Athens Historic District (4min)
  • ⚖️  Clarke County Courthouse (Georgia) (3min)
  • 🍻  Double-barreled cannon (2min)
  • 🎭  Morton Theatre (3min)
  • 🏰  Creature Comforts Brewing Co. (2min)
  • 🏠  Joseph Henry Lumpkin House (3min)
  • 🏠  Camak House (2min)
  • 🏠  T. R. R. Cobb House (2min)
  • ⛪  Hill First Baptist Church (3min)
  • 🏛️  Richard B. Russell Library for Political Research and Studies (4min)
  • 🌾  Herty Field (3min)
  • 🎨  Franklin College of Arts and Sciences (2min)
  • 🛣️  Jackson Street Cemetery (4min)

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


 


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🌍 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? 😉


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