Lowell Audio Tour: Canals, Cathedrals & Creative Spirits Unveiled

Above photo: Kenneth C. Zirkel, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 4.0. Cropped & resized.

Spinning wheels once thundered through Lowell’s streets, powering more than fabric—sparking fierce battles for equality and the secret dreams of mill girls behind brick walls. This self-guided audio tour opens doors most visitors walk past, layering lost stories over familiar sidewalks and letting you move at your own pace.

What urgent message led desperate workers to defy factory bosses in the heart of the mills? Which ghostly rumor quietly haunts the shelves of the Pollard Memorial Library? Why did an engineer bury a coded letter beneath the Pawtucket Gatehouse, and what has it kept secret for a century?

Winding through canals, libraries, and gatehouses, every turn ripples with discovery. Feel the tension of rebellion beneath your feet and glimpse Lowell’s soul in flickers of shadow and steam. Listen, look closer, and find a city transformed.

Unlock Lowell’s hidden engines—press play and let the city’s boldest moments rise again.

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• Duration: 1 hour 29 minutes
  
• Distance: Around 3.9 km (2.5 miles)
  
• Audio Content: up to 33min
  
• Meeting Point: Start at Saints Medical Center, only a 5 minute walk from Lowell Train Station
  
• Stops: 13 captivating landmarks including Lowell National Historical Park, Pawtucket Canal, Whistler House Museum of Art
  

Experience the charm of Lowell 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 Lowell'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 Lowell 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:

• 📍  Saints Medical Center (3min)
• 🌊  Pawtucket Canal (3min)
• 🏢  F. Bradford Morse Federal Building (3min)
• 📚  Lowell National Historical Park (4min)
• 🏛️  New England Quilt Museum (2min)
• 🏛️  Lowell Heritage State Park (2min)
• 🗿  Pollard Memorial Library (3min)
• 🏛️  Whistler House Museum of Art (3min)
• ⛪  Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church (Lowell, Massachusetts) (2min)
• ⛪  St. Patrick's Church (Lowell, Massachusetts) (2min)
• 🚪  Lowell Power Canal System and Pawtucket Gatehouse (2min)
• ⛪  St. George Antiochian Orthodox Church (Lowell, Massachusetts) (4min)
• ⛪  St. Joseph's Convent and School (2min)

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

Above photo: Jlpapple, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY 3.0. Cropped & resized.

Above photo: Kenneth C. Zirkel, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 4.0. Cropped & resized.

Above photo: Mark M. Howland, Margy Chrisney, Wikimedia Commons, Public domain. Cropped & resized.

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

Above photo: Emw, 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  • 

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🇲🇲 Burmese  • 

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🇻🇳 Vietnamese

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