New Brunswick Audio Tour: Steeples, Skylines & Scarlet Stories

Schedule

Sun, 12 Oct, 2025 at 12:00 pm to Sat, 08 Nov, 2025 at 12:00 am

UTC-04:00

Location

Geology Hall, New Brunswick, New Jersey | New Brunswick, NJ

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Self-guided audio tour of New Brunswick. Explore the area while listening to fascinating stories.
About this Event
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Embark on the New Brunswick Audio Tour: Steeples, Skylines & Scarlet Stories

Beneath the surface of New Brunswick, century-old secrets and power struggles still echo through ivy-clad chapels and glass towers.

Take this self-guided audio tour to uncover the city’s unseen corners and untold stories, from legendary institutions to whispered scandals that shaped history. Move beyond guidebooks and wander into the tales most visitors never hear.

Why did Christ Church’s bells ring through riots and revolution? Who used the halls of Johnson & Johnson for a plot that would shock the nation? What bizarre disagreement once nearly split the New Brunswick Theological Seminary in two over a single word in a sermon?

Experience the pulse of political intrigue, spiritual battles, and moments of quiet rebellion as you stroll between timeless landmarks. Let each step carry you deeper into a place where the past still whispers if you know how to listen.

Dive in now and let New Brunswick reveal its boldest secrets.


 


🗺️ Tour Details
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  • Duration: 1 hour 39 minutes
  • Distance: Around 4.6 km (2.8 miles)
  • Audio Content: up to 35min
  • Meeting Point: Start at Geology Hall, New Brunswick, New Jersey, only a 4 minute walk from New Brunswick Train Station
  • Stops: 14 captivating landmarks including Rutgers University, Johnson & Johnson, New Brunswick Theological Seminary

Experience the charm of New Brunswick 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 New Brunswick'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 New Brunswick 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:


  • 🏛️  Geology Hall, New Brunswick, New Jersey (2min)
  • ⛪  Kirkpatrick Chapel (3min)
  • 🎓  Rutgers University (3min)
  • 📍  New Brunswick Theological Seminary (4min)
  • 🏛️  Zimmerli Art Museum at Rutgers University (2min)
  • 🔭  Daniel S. Schanck Observatory (4min)
  • 📍  Johnson & Johnson (2min)
  • ⛪  Christ Church, New Brunswick, New Jersey (3min)
  • ⛪  First Reformed Church of New Brunswick (4min)
  • 🏠  George Street Playhouse (3min)
  • 🎨  Mason Gross School of the Arts (3min)
  • 🏠  Henry Guest House (4min)
  • ⛪  First Presbyterian Church (New Brunswick, New Jersey) (4min)
  • 🏫  Robert Wood Johnson Medical School (4min)

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


 


Event Photos

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

 


Event Photos

Above photo: user:ekem, Wikimedia Commons, Public domain. Cropped & resized.

 


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

 


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Above photo: Hudconja, 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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