Rochester Audio Tour: Jazz, Toys & Timeless Architecture Unveiled

Above photo: Sean X Liu, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 2.0. Cropped & resized.

Neon lights once danced above Midtown Plaza as secrets traded hands in its shadowy corners. Beyond Rochester's familiar skyline, untold stories pulse beneath each city block.

Unlock Rochester on a self-guided audio tour that peels back the everyday facade. Wander where heated political battles thundered, scandals brewed behind arena doors, and innovation took strange turns most travelers never see.

Why did a towering rebellion ripple through Blue Cross Arena one bitter winter night? Which forgotten toy left a mischievous imprint on the National Toy Hall of Fame? What bizarre event in Midtown Plaza made national headlines yet vanished from memory?

Trace hidden tunnels of drama, nostalgia, and invention as you move through the city’s living archive. Get ready to see Rochester with new eyes, racing from gleaming plazas to hallowed halls and back-alley legends.

Step forward and let Rochester reveal what waits in its shadows.

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• Duration: 1 hour 26 minutes
  
• Distance: Around 4.1 km (2.5 miles)
  
• Audio Content: up to 28min
  
• Meeting Point: Start at The Pythodd Room, only a 10 minute walk from Rochester Train Station
  
• Stops: 11 captivating landmarks including National Toy Hall of Fame, Blue Cross Arena, Midtown Plaza (Rochester, New York)
  

Experience the charm of Rochester 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 Rochester'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 Rochester 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:

• 📍  The Pythodd Room (3min)
• 🏠  Hervey Ely House (3min)
• 🏢  Gannett Building (4min)
• 🏟️  Blue Cross Arena (2min)
• 🌉  Main Street Bridge (Rochester, New York) (4min)
• 🌳  Midtown Plaza (Rochester, New York) (3min)
• 🛕  Temple Building (Rochester, New York) (4min)
• 🎨  Rochester Contemporary Art Center (3min)
• 🌳  Innovation Square (3min)
• ⛪  First Universalist Church (Rochester, New York) (4min)
• 🏛️  National Toy Hall of Fame (4min)

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

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

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

Above photo: Sean X Liu, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 2.0. Cropped & resized.

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

Above photo: Trumpetguy19, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 4.0. 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  • 

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🇵🇰 Urdu  • 

🇻🇳 Vietnamese

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