Birmingham Audio Tour: Echoes of Heritage and Civil Rights

Above photo: Birmingham Museum of Art, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY 3.0. Cropped & resized.

Red bricks still bear the scars of bomb blasts along Birmingham’s 16th Street, a city block that once shook the world awake. Beneath these surface wounds and beneath grand library halls, secrets wait to be uncovered by those daring enough to look closer.

Move at your own pace on this self-guided audio tour, discovering places where protests erupted, art defied boundaries, and untold stories linger just beyond familiar facades. Each stop invites you to see past the ordinary and deeper into Birmingham’s soul.

Was a single whispered word inside the 16th Street Baptist Church enough to ignite a national movement? Who guarded forbidden books deep within the library’s vaults when censors came knocking? Which painting in the Birmingham Museum of Art holds the clues to an unsolved disappearance?

Follow the winding path through resistance, revelation, and quiet rebellion. Every block holds another revelation as you experience Birmingham in bold new colors.

Begin your journey here and see the real city etched into every stone.

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• Duration: 1 hour 15 minutes
  
• Distance: Around 3.0 km (1.9 miles)
  
• Audio Content: up to 33min
  
• Meeting Point: Start at Redmont Hotel, only a 10 minute walk from Birmingham Train Station
  
• Stops: 13 captivating landmarks including 16th Street Baptist Church bombing, Alabama School of Fine Arts, Episcopal Diocese of Alabama
  

Experience the charm of Birmingham 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.

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• Professionally narrated audio stories bringing Birmingham'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
  

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• 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!
  

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 Birmingham 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.

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.

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:

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• 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.

You will visit the following locations:

• 🏨  Redmont Hotel (3min)
• 📍  Episcopal Diocese of Alabama (4min)
• ⛪  Cathedral Church of the Advent (Birmingham, Alabama) (4min)
• 🗿  Confederate Soldiers and Sailors Monument (Birmingham, Alabama) (2min)
• 🍺  Birmingham Public Library (2min)
• 🏛️  Birmingham Museum of Art (3min)
• ⛪  Birmingham–Jefferson Convention Complex (2min)
• 🏟️  Legacy Arena (4min)
• 🎨  Alabama School of Fine Arts (2min)
• 🏛️  Alabama Jazz Hall of Fame (4min)
• ⛪  16th Street Baptist Church bombing (2min)
• ⛪  16th Street Baptist Church (4min)
• 🏗️  Birmingham Civil Rights District (2min)

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

Above photo: John Morse, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY 2.5. Cropped & resized.

Above photo: Chris Pruitt, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 3.0. Cropped & resized.

Above photo: Birmingham Museum of Art, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY 3.0. Cropped & resized.

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

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

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