Miami Audio Tour: Echoes and Icons of Downtown’s Historic Core

Schedule

Tue, 30 Sep, 2025 at 12:00 pm to Sat, 01 Nov, 2025 at 12:00 am

UTC-04:00

Location

Switchboard of Miami | North Miami Beach, FL

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Self-guided audio tour of Downtown, Miami. Explore the area while listening to fascinating stories.
About this Event
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Above photo: Phillip Pessar, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY 2.0. Cropped & resized.

 



Embark on the Miami Audio Tour: Echoes and Icons of Downtown’s Historic Core

Neon reflections flicker in Miami's high-rise windows but the soul of the city pulses in the shadows of its downtown streets. This self-guided audio tour peels back the glossy surface to reveal secrets and stories hidden in plain sight: from public libraries that doubled as battlegrounds for free speech to skyscrapers holding the echoes of vanished schemes and ambitions.

What really happened behind closed doors at One Bayfront Plaza during a night that changed Miami's skyline forever? Why did a single cryptic phone call to the Switchboard of Miami spark a citywide panic? And what was quietly locked away for decades inside those overlooked library vaults?

Move through sunlit squares and back alleys, tracing the electric charge of political intrigue, lost rebellions, and scandals washed almost clean by time. Find yourself seeing Miami in unexpected colors and feeling its restless energy underfoot.

Ready to uncover what the city’s lights were meant to hide? Start your tour now.


 


🗺️ Tour Details
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  • Duration: 1 hour 1 minute
  • Distance: Around 2.8 km (1.7 miles)
  • Audio Content: up to 20min
  • Meeting Point: Start at Switchboard of Miami, only a 3 minute walk from Miami Central Train Station
  • Stops: 8 captivating landmarks including Knight Center Complex, Olympia Theater (Miami), Miami-Dade County Courthouse

Experience the charm of Downtown 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 Downtown'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 Miami 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:


  • 📍  Switchboard of Miami (4min)
  • 🌳  Bayfront Park (2min)
  • 🌳  One Bayfront Plaza (3min)
  • 🎭  Olympia Theater (Miami) (4min)
  • 📍  Knight Center Complex (3min)
  • 🏢  Security Building (Miami, Florida) (3min)
  • ⚖️  Miami-Dade County Courthouse (2min)
  • 🍺  Miami-Dade Public Library System (3min)

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


 


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Above photo: Miami-Dade County, Wikimedia Commons, Public domain. Cropped & resized.

 


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Above photo: Gpaz0827, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 4.0. Cropped & resized.

 


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Above photo: Phillip Pessar, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY 2.0. Cropped & resized.

 


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

 


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Above photo: Chris6d, 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


 


🎉 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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