Birmingham Audio Tour: Echoes of Innovation and Heritage

Schedule

Fri, 10 Oct, 2025 at 12:00 pm to Sun, 16 Nov, 2025 at 12:00 am

UTC-04:00

Location

John Hand Building | Birmingham, AL

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Self-guided audio tour of Birmingham. Explore the area while listening to fascinating stories.
About this Event
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Above photo: Birmingham Museum of Art, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY 3.0. Cropped & resized.

 



Embark on the Birmingham Audio Tour: Echoes of Innovation and Heritage

Steel and secrets forged Birmingham’s skyline, but beneath every gleaming surface lies a web of stories few have truly heard.

This self-guided audio tour invites you to wander among giants of art, history, and faith, unlocking tales hidden in plain sight. Venture beyond the typical route and uncover moments even lifetime locals overlook.

Who sparked a passionate uprising from inside Birmingham Public Library’s marble halls? Which priceless painting at Birmingham Museum of Art once vanished without a trace? Why does a quiet corner of the Episcopal Diocese of Alabama bear the shadow of a scandal that changed local history forever?

Move through stately corridors, echoing galleries, and sunlit streets as the city’s drama, conflict, and mysteries unfurl with every step. Watch familiar landmarks transform into gateways to the unexpected.

Ready to trade ordinary sightseeing for a journey through the city’s best kept secrets? Take your first step now.


 


🗺️ Tour Details
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  • Duration: 1 hour 24 minutes
  • Distance: Around 3.4 km (2.1 miles)
  • Audio Content: up to 35min
  • Meeting Point: Start at John Hand Building, only a 4 minute walk from Birmingham Train Station
  • Stops: 14 captivating landmarks including Cathedral of Saint Paul (Birmingham, Alabama), McWane Science Center, 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.


 


🎒 What's Included

  • 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

 


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 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.


 


👥 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:


  • 🏢  John Hand Building (2min)
  • 📍  Concord Center (2min)
  • ⛪  Cathedral of Saint Paul (Birmingham, Alabama) (2min)
  • 🏨  Redmont Hotel (2min)
  • 🍺  Birmingham Public Library (3min)
  • 🏛️  Birmingham Museum of Art (2min)
  • 🗿  Boutwell Memorial Auditorium (3min)
  • 🗿  Confederate Soldiers and Sailors Monument (Birmingham, Alabama) (2min)
  • ⛪  Cathedral Church of the Advent (Birmingham, Alabama) (3min)
  • 📍  Episcopal Diocese of Alabama (2min)
  • 🗼  Shipt Tower (3min)
  • 🏢  Watts Building (Birmingham, Alabama) (4min)
  • 🔬  McWane Science Center (2min)
  • 🎭  Carver Theatre (Birmingham, Alabama) (2min)

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


 


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

 


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

 


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

 


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Above photo: Curtis Palmer, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY 2.0. Cropped & resized.

 


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Above photo: Farragutful, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 4.0. 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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