Somerville Audio Tour: Squares, Sweets & Stories of Old Winter Hill

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Here trolley wires hum above secret tunnels once used by rumrunners and revolutionaries. Somerville hides its wild heart in plain sight.

This is a self-guided audio tour that leads through Ball Square station, Powder House Square, Winter Hill, and tucked-away corners tourists overlook. Trace the trail of lost legends and scandal as hidden stories surface with each step.

Who really fired the opening shots near Powder House Square that echoed through the nation? What vanished artifact is said to haunt Winter Hill’s oldest crossroads? Why did a modest square become the center of a Prohibition sting that changed the city’s fate overnight?

Stride into alleyways once crowded with radicals, walk the old streetcar routes, and stand where desperate bets were made in smoky back rooms. Each stop twists the familiar into the unforgettable.

Unlock the secrets under Somerville’s streets. Start the journey and see what lies just below the ordinary.

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• Duration: 1 hour 25 minutes
  
• Distance: Around 3.5 km (2.2 miles)
  
• Audio Content: up to 35min
  
• Stops: 14 captivating landmarks including Ball Square, Magoun Square, Winter Hill, Somerville, Massachusetts
  

Experience the charm of Somerville 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.

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• Professionally narrated audio stories bringing Somerville'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
  

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• 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!
  

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 Somerville 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.

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.

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:

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• 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.

You will visit the following locations:

• 🌳  Powder House Square (4min)
• 🥖  Lyndell's Bakery (3min)
• 🌳  Ball Square (3min)
• 🚉  Ball Square station (3min)
• 🌳  Magoun Square (2min)
• 🏠  Adams-Magoun House (2min)
• ⛪  Broadway Winter Hill Congregational Church (2min)
• 🏠  Charles Adams-Woodbury Locke House (4min)
• 🏔️  Winter Hill, Somerville, Massachusetts (2min)
• 🏠  Peter and Oliver Tufts House (4min)
• 🍻  Walter S. and Melissa E. Barnes House (4min)
• ⛪  First Unitarian Church (Somerville, Massachusetts) (3min)
• ⛪  First Universalist Church (Somerville, Massachusetts) (2min)
• 🏛️  Somerville City Hall (4min)

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

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

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

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