Bendigo Audio Tour: The Historic Heartbeat of Bendigo

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

Gold leaf shimmers atop a town hall built for empire and rebellion stirs beneath the carved iron lace of an old hotel—Bendigo is not just a city, it’s a stage for hidden drama. On this self-guided audio tour, navigate grand streets and quiet corners to uncover scandals, intrigues and tales most visitors walk straight past.

What fierce showdown forced Bendigo TAFE to reinvent itself? Which secret led to the lavish gilding of Town Hall’s ceilings—and what did it cost? Why did Dame Nellie Melba demand silence from Bendigo’s proud clock tower at the Shamrock Hotel?

Trace footsteps of rebels, visionaries and stars as stories spill from every facade. Watch echoes of political battles and forgotten revelries shift with the golden light. Bendigo’s secrets are waiting to catch you off guard.

Uncover the city beneath the gold—start exploring now.

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• Duration: 1 hour 38 minutes
  
• Distance: Around 3.7 km (2.3 miles)
  
• Audio Content: up to 44min
  
  
• Stops: 12 captivating landmarks including Sacred Heart Cathedral, Bendigo, Bendigo TAFE, Bendigo Post Office
  

Experience the charm of Bendigo 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 Bendigo'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 Bendigo 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:

• 📍  Bendigo TAFE (2min)
• 🏛️  Bendigo Town Hall (2min)
• 🏨  Shamrock Hotel, Bendigo (2min)
• 📮  Bendigo Post Office (2min)
• ⛪  St Paul's Cathedral, Bendigo (2min)
• ⛪  St John's Church, Bendigo (1min)
• ⛲  Alexandra Fountain (3min)
• 🌳  Rosalind Park (2min)
• 🖼️  Bendigo Art Gallery (2min)
• 🚉  Bendigo Fire Station (1min)
• ⛪  Sacred Heart Cathedral, Bendigo (2min)
• 📍  Central Deborah Gold Mine (2min)

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

Learn even more about Bendigo with these bonus audio stories available in the app:

• 🏛️    Indigenous history and European settlement (3min)
• 🏛️    Gold mining boom (2min)
• 🏛️    Decline and regeneration (3min)
• 🌍    Bendigo's Natural Bird Haven (1min)
• 🌍    Climate (2min)
• 🌟    Greater Bendigo Population Highlights (2min)
• 🌟    Religion (3min)

These additional topics provide deeper insights into the city's culture, history, and local life.

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

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

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

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

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

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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