Bastia Audio Tour: Echoes of Palaces, Markets & Sacred Stones

Embark on the Bastia Audio Tour: Echoes of Palaces, Markets & Sacred Stones

A thunderous canon once echoed across Bastia’s Old Port as rebels staked their claim beneath pastel facades and watchful bell towers. Few travellers truly see the secrets etched into the city’s winding streets and elegant piazzas.

With this self-guided audio tour, wander Bastia’s heart and uncover astonishing stories most visitors overlook. Slip beneath cathedral domes and through sunlit squares where history still whispers.

Which high-ranking priest vanished without a trace from the Pro-Cathedral of Sainte-Marie? Who dared to challenge the Genoese rulers in a midnight plot on Place Saint-Nicolas? Why was there once a boat moored inside Church of Saint-Jean-Baptiste?

Feel Bastia shift around you as stories of intrigue, faith, and rebellion sweep you through hidden alleys and grand monuments. Each stride peels back centuries of drama and mystery.

Turn your curiosity into adventure—let the secrets of Bastia’s stones speak to you now.

 

🗺️ Tour Details

• Duration: 1 hour 18 minutes
• Distance: Around 3.0 km (1.8 miles)
• Audio Content: up to 33min
• Meeting Point: Start at Hôtel de Ville, Bastia, only a 4 minute walk from Bastia Train Station
• Stops: 13 captivating landmarks including Departmental Archives of Haute-Corse, Pro-Cathedral of Sainte-Marie de Bastia, Church of Sainte-Croix in Bastia

Experience the charm of Bastia 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.

 

🎒 What's Included

• Professionally narrated audio stories bringing Bastia'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

 

ℹ️ Important Info

• 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!

 

📲 Getting Started is Easy!

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 Bastia 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.

 

👥 Who's It For?

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.

 

🎧 What is AllTours?

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:

• 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.

 

📍 Tour Stops

You will visit the following locations:

• 📍  Hôtel de Ville, Bastia (2min)
• 🎨  Departmental Archives of Haute-Corse (4min)
• 📍  Siege of Bastia (2min)
• ⛰️  Place Saint-Nicolas (Bastia) (3min)
• 🌳  Market Square (Bastia) (3min)
• ⛪  Church of Saint-Jean-Baptiste de Bastia (3min)
• 🕍  Synagogue of Bastia Beth Meir (3min)
• 🎨  Arte Mare (3min)
• ⛪  Church of Saint-Charles-Borromée in Bastia (2min)
• 📍  U Puntettu (3min)
• 🏰  Governors' Palace (Bastia) (3min)
• ⛪  Pro-Cathedral of Sainte-Marie de Bastia (2min)
• ⛪  Church of Sainte-Croix in Bastia (4min)

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

 

 

🌍 Available Languages

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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