Hobart Audio Tour: Queens Domain Discovery Trail

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

Embark on the Queens Domain Discovery Trail

Cannon fire once echoed across Queens Domain, signaling celebrations and alarms that shaped Hobart’s destiny. Beneath its sweeping lawns and statues lies a labyrinth of fierce rivalries, forgotten victories, and whispered betrayals.

With this self-guided audio tour, slip behind the city’s modern face to uncover hidden stories woven into grand regattas, solemn war memorials, and the secretive corridors of naval power. Discover the places most visitors overlook and turn every step into a revelation.

What crisis forced crowds to rush the waterside during the Royal Hobart Regatta? Which shadowy figure vanished from the steps of the Cenotaph after midnight? Why does a lost sailor’s name echo through HMAS Huon on stormy nights?

Move through living history, tracing waves of rebellion, intrigue, honor, and scandal under wide Tasmanian skies. See Hobart anew—untamed, haunting, alive with legend.

Uncover what waits beneath the quiet grass. Begin your journey now.

🗺️ Tour Details

• Duration: 1 hour 50 minutes
• Distance: Around 4.1 km (2.6 miles)
• Audio Content: up to 50min
• Stops: 11 captivating landmarks including Queens Domain, Royal Tasmanian Botanical Gardens, Royal Hobart Regatta

Experience the charm of Queens Domain 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 Queens Domain'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 Hobart 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:

• 🎨  Royal Hobart Regatta (3min)
• 📍  HMAS Huon (naval base) (2min)
• 🎨  Hobart Cenotaph (3min)
• 🎨  Doone Kennedy Hobart Aquatic Centre (2min)
• 🎨  Hobart International Tennis Centre (3min)
• 🎨  2016 Hobart International (3min)
• 🎨  2017 Hobart International (2min)
• 🎨  2018 Hobart International (4min)
• 📍  Queens Domain (3min)
• 📍  Domain Tennis Centre (4min)
• 👑  Royal Tasmanian Botanical Gardens (3min)

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

🏛️ Additional City Topics

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

• 🏛️    Settlement and Exile Chronicles (2min)
• 🏛️    Darwin's Hobart Town Observations (2min)
• 🏛️    Hobart’s Historical Evolution: 1842-1895 (2min)
• 🏛️    Hobart's Historic Transformation Timeline (2min)
• 🌍    Topography (2min)
• 🌍    Ecology (3min)
• 🌍    Climate (2min)
• 🌟    Ancestry and immigration (1min)
• 🌟    Religion (2min)
• 🎭    Local (2min)
• 🎭    State (2min)

These additional topics provide deeper insights into the city's culture, history, and local life.

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

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

Above photo: Aussie~mobs, Wikimedia Commons, Public domain. Cropped & resized.

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

Above photo: WDM10, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 4.0. Cropped & resized.

🌍 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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