Davis Audio Tour: Art, Icons & Arboretum Adventures

Above photo: Bev Sykes, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY 2.0. Cropped & resized.

Where else can you stroll beneath 100-year-old oaks, catch the scent of orange blossoms, and find secrets tucked behind shimmering glass walls—all in one afternoon? Davis is more than a college town. It is a tapestry of art, nature, and radical ideas hiding in plain sight.

This self-guided audio tour unlocks the stories beneath Davis’s quiet paths and vibrant plazas. Uncover the people and passions that shaped the heart of UC Davis and its enigmatic surroundings.

Why did a burst of underground activism leave lasting marks on the Arboretum’s landscape? Which hidden controversy almost silenced a world-famous performer at the Mondavi Center? What’s the true reason for a mysterious pattern on a Manetti Shrem gallery wall?

Set out and move from leafy trails to galleries buzzing with artistic rebellion. Experience Davis as a place of surprise, invention, and whispered drama at every turn.

Start your journey. Let Davis show its wild side.

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• Duration: 1 hour 27 minutes
  
• Distance: Around 4.2 km (2.6 miles)
  
• Audio Content: up to 30min
  
• Meeting Point: Start at Dresbach–Hunt–Boyer House, only a 3 minute walk from Davis Train Station
  
• Stops: 12 captivating landmarks including UC Davis College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences, University of California, Davis Arboretum, Mondavi Center
  

Experience the charm of Davis 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 Davis'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 Davis 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:

• 🏠  Dresbach–Hunt–Boyer House (3min)
• ⛪  Davis Community Church (California) (3min)
• 🗿  Statue of Mahatma Gandhi (Davis, California) (4min)
• 🌾  Toomey Field (4min)
• 🏛️  Gorman Museum of Native American Art (3min)
• 🎨  George Hart Hall (3min)
• 📚  Shields Library (2min)
• 🎭  UC Davis College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences (4min)
• 📍  Mondavi Center (2min)
• 🏛️  Manetti Shrem Museum of Art (2min)
• 🏛️  Bohart Museum of Entomology (2min)
• 🌳  University of California, Davis Arboretum (4min)

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

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

Above photo: Cullen328, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 3.0. Cropped & resized.

Above photo: Bev Sykes, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY 2.0. Cropped & resized.

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

Above photo: Vsb, 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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Also check out other Arts events in Davis, Trips & Adventurous Activities in Davis, Performances in Davis.