Beijing Audio Tour: A Journey through Imperial Reverence and Modern Resilience

Beijing Audio Tour: A Journey through Imperial Reverence and Modern Resilience

By AllTours

Self-guided audio tour of Beijing. Explore the area while listening to fascinating stories.

Location

Chang'an Avenue

Chang'an Avenue Dong Chang An Jie, Dong Cheng Qu, Bei Jing Shi, ChinaDong Chang An Jie China

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Highlights

  • In person

Refund Policy

Refunds up to 7 days before event

About this event

Embark on the Echoes of Authority: A Journey through Imperial Reverence and Modern Resilience – Your Personal Adventure in Dongcheng District!

Step into the soul of Dongcheng District, Beijing with our immersive self-guided audio tour. Wander through historic streets, uncover hidden gems, and let the city's rich tapestry of stories unfold at your own pace. Whether you're a history enthusiast, a curious traveler, or someone seeking a unique experience, this tour is your perfect companion.

 

🗺️ Tour Details

  • Duration: 2 hours 28 minutes
  • Distance: Around 4.4 km (2.7 miles)
  • Audio Content: up to 1h 20min
  • Stops: 11 captivating landmarks including Ministry of Public Security of the People's Republic of China, Chang'an Avenue, Forbidden City

Experience the charm of Dongcheng District 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 Dongcheng District'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 Beijing 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.

 

🎬 Tour Description

Steel and stone witness secrets here—Chang’an Avenue runs wide beneath your feet, concealing more than meets the eye in Beijing’s beating heart.

This is a self-guided audio tour built for explorers hungry to uncover the real stories and forgotten moments woven through these famous streets. Move beyond the guidebooks to discover what most will never hear or see.

What really unfolded in that tense stand-off between one man and a row of tanks? Why do certain conversations vanish instantly from the internet near these government towers? And how did midnight struggles inside the Ministry of Public Security shape China’s future by morning light?

Step into tales of protest, power plays, hidden identities, vanished rebels and overlooked heroes as you cross from monumental boulevards to mysterious government corridors. Expect every step to shimmer with drama—a journey through shadows and sunlight, where history presses close at every turn.

Dare to walk deeper and let Beijing reveal its most electrifying truths—your adventure starts now.

 

🎧 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:

    🛣️  Chang'an Avenue (4min)
    📍  Tank Man (4min)
    🍺  Ministry of Public Security of the People's Republic of China (5min)
    📍  Siege of the International Legations (5min)
    🗿  Chairman Mao Memorial Hall (5min)
    🗿  Monument to the People's Heroes (4min)
    🍺  60th anniversary of the People's Republic of China (5min)
    🛕  Imperial Ancestral Temple (2min)
    📍  北京社稷坛 (4min)
    🚪  Meridian Gate (2min)
    📍  Forbidden City (4min)

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

 

🏛️ Additional City Topics

Learn even more about Dongcheng District with these bonus audio stories available in the app:

    🏛️    Early History (2min)
    🏛️    Early Imperial China (4min)
    🏛️    Ming Dynasty (3min)
    🏛️    Qing Dynasty (3min)
    🏛️    Republic Of China (2min)
    🏛️    People's Republic Of China (3min)
    🌍    Beijing’s Geographic And Urban Landscape (3min)
    🌍    Climate (3min)
    🌟    Beijing Population Trends Overview (4min)
    🎭    Beijing Municipal Governance Structure (2min)
    🎭    Administrative Divisions (2min)
    🎭    Judiciary And Procuracy (2min)

These additional topics provide deeper insights into the city's culture, history, and local 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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AllTours is a self-guided audio tour platform designed for curious, independent explorers.

We create immersive, GPS-triggered walking tours that bring cities to life through storytelling. Our mission is to make cultural discovery accessible, flexible, and engaging — no tour groups, no fixed schedules, just authentic local stories available anytime on your phone.

We offer tours across the UK and beyond, covering everything from iconic landmarks to hidden gems, and blending history, art, architecture, and local insight into a seamless, self-paced experience.

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