Salem Audio Tour: Voices of Legacy Along Capitol & Campus
Self-guided audio tour of Four Corners. Explore the area while listening to fascinating stories.
Location
Willamette Heritage Center
Willamette Heritage Center 1313 Mill St SE Salem, 97301Good to know
Highlights
- In person
Refund Policy
About this event
Embark on the Salem Audio Tour: Voices of Legacy Along Capitol & Campus
A bronze pioneer stands watch outside the marble dome while secrets linger in the shadows of Salem’s halls of power. Beneath official portraits and quiet museum corridors, Oregon’s capital hides fierce battles, whispered scandals, and unexpected intrigue.
This self-guided audio tour guides you on a winding path through stately courts, bold art collections, and the heart of state politics. Discover the stories most visitors overlook and uncover new sides of Salem at your own pace.
Which sudden crisis transformed the Supreme Court’s fate overnight? What mysterious artifact at the Hallie Ford Museum defies its own label? Who tried to sneak a secret act through the Capitol’s chambers under cover of darkness?
Follow the echoes of heated debate, hushed plotting, and surprise inspiration as Salem reveals its layered history around every corner. Move through marble, stone, and hidden gardens to see the city pulse with untold dramas.
Unlock the secrets under the golden pioneer’s gaze and let your journey begin.
🗺️ Tour Details
- Duration: 1 hour 20 minutes
- Distance: Around 3.1 km (1.9 miles)
- Audio Content: up to 38min
- Meeting Point: Start at Willamette Heritage Center, only a 6 minute walk from Salem, Oregon Train Station
- Stops: 15 captivating landmarks including Oregon Supreme Court, Willamette Heritage Center, Oregon State Capitol
Experience the charm of Salem 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 Salem'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 Salem 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:
- 🏛️ Willamette Heritage Center (4min)
- 🏛️ Gatke Hall (3min)
- 🏛️ Ford Hall (Willamette University) (3min)
- 📍 Oregon Supreme Court (4min)
- 🏛️ Oregon State Capitol (4min)
- 🎭 Elsinore Theatre (4min)
- 🏢 Pacific Building (Salem, Oregon) (3min)
- ⛪ Salem First United Methodist Church (3min)
- 🏛️ Hallie Ford Museum of Art (2min)
- 📍 Oregon Civic Justice Center (3min)
- 🎨 Art Building (Willamette University) (4min)
- 🧱 Waller Hall (2min)
- 🏛️ Lausanne Hall (4min)
- 🌾 Mark O. Hatfield Library (2min)
- 🏛️ Eaton Hall (Oregon) (2min)
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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