Vantaa Audio Tour: A Tapestry of Heritage and Modernity

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Embark on the Echoes of Tikkurila: A Tapestry of Heritage and Modernity

Steel rails once carried secrets through Tikkurila before whispers of science and innovation ever echoed in Heureka’s glass halls. Beneath Vantaa’s calm surface lie stories of rival inventors, railway rebels, and whispered scandals that shaped the city you see today.

This self-guided audio tour lets you unravel Vantaa at your pace. Venture off the ordinary path to uncover legends and local drama most visitors overlook.

Who set off the midnight alarms at Tikkurila’s old station, sparking a chase that shook an entire neighborhood? What curious invention quietly transformed everyday life inside Heureka’s walls? Which forbidden book disappeared from Tikkurila Library under mysterious circumstances?

Walk where thinkers dreamed and conspirators plotted. Move through time in railway corridors and modern museums, with every step revealing fresh shadows and sudden bursts of color.

The real Vantaa waits beneath your feet. Start listening and break the surface.

🗺️ Tour Details

• Duration: 1 hour 26 minutes
• Distance: Around 3.8 km (2.4 miles)
• Audio Content: up to 33min
• Meeting Point: Start at Dixi office and business centre, only a 1 minute walk from Dickursby Train Station
• Stops: 13 captivating landmarks including Heureka Science Centre, The Forbidden Tower, Tikkurila's old station building

Experience the charm of Vantaa 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 Vantaa'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 Vantaa 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:

• 🏢  Dixi office and business centre (3min)
• 📚  Tikkurila Library (2min)
• 🏛️  Vantaa City Hall (4min)
• ⛪  Tikkurila Old Church (3min)
• 📍  Käärijä mural (2min)
• 🚉  Tikkurila Health Station (2min)
• 🚉  Tikkurila's old station building (2min)
• 🏨  Sokos Hotel Vantaa (2min)
• 🔬  Heureka Science Centre (3min)
• 📍  Veininmylly (2min)
• 📍  Bio Grand (2min)
• 📍  Tikkurilan Silkki (2min)
• 🗼  The Forbidden Tower (4min)

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

Above photo: Abc10, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 4.0. Cropped & resized.

Above photo: Ximonic (Simo Räsänen), Wikimedia Commons, CC BY 3.0. Cropped & resized.

Above photo: Paju~commonswiki, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 3.0. Cropped & resized.

Above photo: Antti Yrjönen / Vantaa City Museum, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY 4.0. Cropped & resized.

Above photo: Coen, 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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