Pittsburgh Audio Tour: Echoes of Legacy in Oakland’s Heart

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

Steel girders once roared across Pittsburgh's skyline while secret uprisings echoed in the shadows beneath. The city’s iconic statues and golden halls hide centuries of intrigue waiting to be unearthed.

Plug in and unlock a self-guided audio tour that winds through Pittsburgh’s heart, leading you down storied streets and into legends most visitors never catch. Encounter scandal, achievement, and mystery at every turn.

What drove raucous student protests inside the William Pitt Union’s hushed corridors? Who vanished among the opera costumes at the Stephen Foster Memorial? Why do emerald leaves in the Rodef Shalom’s garden still whisper about a lost treasure?

Stride from grandeur to grit, tracing footsteps of rebels, composers, and visionaries. With each revelation, see Pittsburgh’s landmarks shift from simple stone to stages of drama and defiance.

Set out now. Take the first step where others only pass by and let Pittsburgh’s hidden stories claim you.

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• Duration: 1 hour 23 minutes
  
• Distance: Around 3.4 km (2.1 miles)
  
• Audio Content: up to 35min
  
  
• Stops: 14 captivating landmarks including Software Engineering Institute, Forbes Field, Stephen Foster Memorial
  

Experience the charm of Pittsburgh 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 Pittsburgh'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 Pittsburgh 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:

• 🏛️  Thaw Hall (2min)
• 🕌  Syria Mosque (3min)
• 🏛️  Schenley Farms Historic District (4min)
• 📍  Schenley Quadrangle (4min)
• 📍  William Pitt Union (2min)
• 🗼  Litchfield Towers (2min)
• 🌾  Forbes Field (3min)
• 🏔️  Hillman Library (2min)
• 🗿  Stephen Foster Memorial (4min)
• ⛪  Heinz Memorial Chapel (4min)
• 🌾  Bellefield Hall (3min)
• ⚔️  Software Engineering Institute (3min)
• 🏰  Roman Catholic Diocese of Pittsburgh (4min)
• 📍  Rodef Shalom Congregation (3min)

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

Above photo: Crazypaco, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 2.5. Cropped & resized.

Above photo: Crazypaco, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY 2.5. Cropped & resized.

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

Above photo: Edward J. Shourek, Wikimedia Commons, Public domain. Cropped & resized.

Above photo: Unknown author, Wikimedia Commons, Public domain. 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  • 

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🇻🇳 Vietnamese

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