Columbia Audio Tour: Sanctuary Stories and Historic City Walks

Schedule

Sun, 21 Sep, 2025 at 12:00 pm to Thu, 23 Oct, 2025 at 12:00 am

UTC-04:00

Location

Trinity Episcopal Cathedral (Columbia, South Carolina) | Columbia, SC

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Self-guided audio tour of Columbia. Explore the area while listening to fascinating stories.
About this Event
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Embark on the Columbia Audio Tour: Sanctuary Stories and Historic City Walks

In the shadow of soaring marble spires and paint-brushed columns, Columbia hides stories that rattle its very foundations.

This self-guided audio tour winds through the heart of the city, revealing secrets most strolls miss. Listen close and find the truth behind quiet stained glass, bold sculptures, and steepled towers that have seen centuries grind by.

Whose boldstand in the cathedral shook city politics to its core? What whispered legend travels the echoing halls of the Columbia Museum of Art? Which unsuspecting sidewalk hides footprints from a scandal entwined with church and state?

Move from hushed sanctuary to vibrant gallery, through whispers of rebellion, and beneath forgotten stained ceilings. Each step brings a new angle, uncovering Columbia’s tangled past and the pulse beneath its polished surface.

Begin the journey. The city’s secrets are waiting just beyond the next column.


 


🗺️ Tour Details
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  • Duration: 1 hour 41 minutes
  • Distance: Around 4.6 km (2.9 miles)
  • Audio Content: up to 35min
  • Stops: 14 captivating landmarks including Episcopal Diocese of Upper South Carolina, Columbia Museum of Art, Basilica of St. Peter (Columbia, South Carolina)

Experience the charm of Columbia 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 Columbia'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 Columbia 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:


  • ⛪  Trinity Episcopal Cathedral (Columbia, South Carolina) (4min)
  • 📍  Episcopal Diocese of Upper South Carolina (4min)
  • ⛪  First Presbyterian Church (Columbia, South Carolina) (2min)
  • ⛪  Washington Street United Methodist Church (4min)
  • ⛪  First Baptist Church (Columbia, South Carolina) (4min)
  • 🏛️  Columbia Museum of Art (4min)
  • 📚  Richland Library (4min)
  • 🕍  House of Peace Synagogue (4min)
  • 🏛️  Basilica of St. Peter (Columbia, South Carolina) (3min)
  • 📦  Greyhound Bus Depot (Columbia, South Carolina) (4min)
  • ⚖️  J. Bratton Davis United States Bankruptcy Courthouse (3min)
  • 🏠  Mann-Simons Cottage (2min)
  • ⛪  Church of the Apostles (Columbia, South Carolina) (4min)
  • ⛰️  Woodrow Wilson Boyhood Home (Columbia, South Carolina) (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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