Edinburgh Audio Tour: Science, Scandal, and Scholarship

Embark on the A Journey Through Layers of Southside: Science, Scandal, and Scholarship – Your Personal Adventure in Edinburgh!

Step into the soul of Edinburgh 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: 1 hour 35 minutes
• Distance: Around 2.1 km (1.3 miles)
• Audio Content: up to 1h 6min
• Meeting Point: Start at King Khalid Building, only a 12 minute walk from Edinburgh Waverley Train Station
• Stops: 13 captivating landmarks including School of Informatics, University of Edinburgh, Edinburgh University Students' Association, University of Edinburgh School of Literatures, Languages and Cultures

Experience the charm of Edinburgh 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 Edinburgh'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 Edinburgh 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

In Edinburgh, secrets linger on every cobbled corner—one moment whispers of medieval treachery, the next, coded messages echo from modern labs. Beneath these gothic spires, tales of ambition, scandal, and silent rebellion shape the city you see.

This self-guided audio tour threads through back alleys and iconic halls. Uncover unexpected histories and campus secrets that many wander past without ever knowing.

What drove a royal murder plot just steps from a university classroom? Which hidden passage still guards traces of student mischief that no faculty ever resolved? Why did a 19th-century discovery at the School of Informatics vanish overnight with no explanation?

Trace dramatic footsteps from palace intrigue to computer revolutions. Feel history shift under your feet as you move between legendary events and overlooked mysteries. Edinburgh changes when you see it this way.

Take your first step into the shadows—the city’s untold stories are waiting.

🎧 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:

    🏢  King Khalid Building (2min)
    📍  Murder of Lord Darnley (3min)
    📍  Southside Community Centre (4min)
    ⛪  St Andrew's Orthodox Church, Edinburgh (4min)
    📍  Word Power Books (4min)
    🕌  Edinburgh Central Mosque (4min)
    🏰  Edinburgh University Students' Association (2min)
    🏛️  McEwan Hall (4min)
    🏰  Nursing Studies, University of Edinburgh (3min)
    🏰  School of Informatics, University of Edinburgh (2min)
    🏰  University of Edinburgh School of Literatures, Languages and Cultures (3min)
    🏰  George Square, Edinburgh (3min)
    🏰  Edinburgh University Library (2min)

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

🏛️ Additional City Topics

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

    🏛️    Early History (3min)
    🏛️    17th Century (2min)
    🏛️    18th Century (2min)
    🏛️    19th And 20th Centuries (3min)
    🏛️    21st Century (1min)
    🌍    Location (1min)
    🌍    Cityscape (3min)
    🌍    Areas (4min)
    🌟    Current (3min)
    🌟    Historical (3min)
    🌟    Religion (3min)
    🎭    Government (2min)
    🎭    Politics (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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