Providence Audio Tour: Icons, Ivy & Intrigue on College Hill

Schedule

Sat, 04 Oct, 2025 at 12:00 pm to Tue, 25 Nov, 2025 at 12:00 am

UTC-04:00

Location

Rhode Island State House | Providence, RI

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Self-guided audio tour of Providence. Explore the area while listening to fascinating stories.
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Embark on the Providence Audio Tour: Icons, Ivy & Intrigue on College Hill

Beneath Providence’s stately skyline, secret rebellions, scandalous showdowns, and hidden masterpieces wait for those who know where to look. Ancient bells once called revolutionaries to worship, while bold artists and forgotten inventors left clues tucked behind museum walls and bustling plazas.

This self-guided audio tour invites you to wander at your own pace and uncover stories echoing far beyond the city’s cobblestones. Trace tangled legends, political clashes, and stunning moments of creativity most travelers never suspect.

Which insurrection nearly shattered the unity of the First Baptist Church in America? What secret getaway is hidden inside the Rhode Island School of Design Museum? Why did a single velvet glove trigger a feud that reached the halls of Providence Place?

Move through sun-splashed streets and shadowed corners where the city’s real drama unfolded. Every stop brings a new surprise and a deeper, richer view of Providence.

Ready to reveal what the city keeps just out of sight? Press play and set out.


 


🗺️ Tour Details
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  • Duration: 1 hour 34 minutes
  • Distance: Around 4.0 km (2.5 miles)
  • Audio Content: up to 35min
  • Meeting Point: Start at Rhode Island State House, only a 4 minute walk from Providence Train Station
  • Stops: 14 captivating landmarks including Brown University, Providence Place, First Baptist Church in America

Experience the charm of Providence 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 Providence'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 Providence 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:


  • 🏝️  Rhode Island State House (3min)
  • 📍  Providence Place (3min)
  • 🌳  Kennedy Plaza (3min)
  • 🏝️  Federal Building (Providence, Rhode Island) (3min)
  • 🏝️  United States District Court for the District of Rhode Island (2min)
  • 🌳  Market Square, Providence, Rhode Island (4min)
  • ⛪  First Baptist Church in America (3min)
  • 🏛️  Rhode Island School of Design Museum (3min)
  • 📚  John Hay Library (4min)
  • 🚪  Van Wickle Gates (4min)
  • 🏛️  University Hall (Brown University) (3min)
  • 🎓  Brown University (2min)
  • 🍺  Watson Institute for International and Public Affairs (3min)
  • ⛪  Central Congregational Church (Providence, Rhode Island) (2min)

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


 


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

 


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Above photo: Kenneth C. Zirkel, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 3.0. Cropped & resized.

 


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

 


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Above photo: Jef Nickerson, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 2.0. Cropped & resized.

 


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Above photo: Filetime, 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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Rhode Island State House, Rhode Island State House, Providence, United States

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