Berkeley Audio Tour: Legends, Oaks, and Ivory Towers

Schedule

Thu, 25 Sep, 2025 at 12:00 pm to Fri, 24 Oct, 2025 at 12:00 am

UTC-04:00

Location

People's Park (Berkeley) | Berkeley, CA

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Self-guided audio tour of Berkeley. Explore the area while listening to fascinating stories.
About this Event
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Embark on the Berkeley Audio Tour: Legends, Oaks, and Ivory Towers

Seeds of rebellion once took root beneath Berkeley’s tangled oaks, shaping legends in the university’s shadow. Yet most who wander these paths never glimpse the protests, secrets, and showdowns that unfolded right here.

This self-guided audio tour unveils Berkeley’s hidden history, threading unseen stories through familiar places and landmark battlegrounds. Walk in the footsteps of campus conspirators, eccentric visionaries, and fierce defenders of green spaces.

Why did a simple park erupt into a national flashpoint overnight? What secrets linger behind University House’s imposing facade? And how could a grove of ancient oaks trigger such outrage and hope at the same time?

Trace the city’s restless spirit as you move from leafy enclaves to storied halls, each stop pulsing with drama and radical change. The truth lies just beneath the surface—ready for those who go looking.

Begin your journey beneath the oaks and unearth what others overlook.


 


🗺️ Tour Details
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  • Duration: 1 hour 21 minutes
  • Distance: Around 3.8 km (2.4 miles)
  • Audio Content: up to 25min
  • Stops: 10 captivating landmarks including Sather Tower, People's Park (Berkeley), Bowles Hall

Experience the charm of Berkeley 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 Berkeley'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 Berkeley 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:


  • 🌳  People's Park (Berkeley) (3min)
  • 🌳  University of California, Berkeley oak grove controversy (3min)
  • 🏛️  Bowles Hall (3min)
  • 🎵  Berkeley Faculty Club (3min)
  • 🗼  Sather Tower (4min)
  • 📚  Bancroft Library (4min)
  • 🗿  Hearst Memorial Mining Building (3min)
  • 🎭  Hearst Greek Theatre (3min)
  • 🏨  Cloyne Court Hotel (3min)
  • 🎓  University House, Berkeley (4min)

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


 


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Above photo: King of Hearts, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 4.0. Cropped & resized.

 


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

 


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Above photo: Matthew Taylor, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 2.0. Cropped & resized.

 


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Above photo: Daderot, Wikimedia Commons, CC0. Cropped & resized.

 


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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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