Växjö Audio Tour: Echoes of Emigrants, Legends, and Landmarks
Self-guided audio tour of Vaxjo. Explore the area while listening to fascinating stories.
Location
Swedish Emigrant Institute
Swedish Emigrant Institute 4 Vilhelm Mobergs gata 352 34 Växjö SwedenGood to know
Highlights
- In person
Refund Policy
About this event
Embark on the Växjö Audio Tour: Echoes of Emigrants, Legends, and Landmarks
A city built on lakes and revolution, Växjö hides centuries of secrets beneath its calm surface. Towers once shook here from the echoes of royal decrees, acts of defiance, and forbidden artistry.
This is your self-guided audio journey through Växjö's beating heart, uncovering stories behind grand cathedrals, storied museums, and quiet corners most never notice.
What drove a medieval bishop to barricade himself inside Växjö Cathedral? Which vanished artifact from the Smålands Museum set off a decades-long feud? And why do some locals claim a single oak tree behind City Hall marks the site of a scandal everyone has tried to erase?
Move through cobblestone streets and soaring arches, where every turn crackles with lost battles, whispered deals, and artistic rebellion. Let the city change beneath your steps as hidden stories surge into the open.
Hit play if you are ready to pierce Växjö’s serene mask and walk where history still lingers.
🗺️ Tour Details
- Duration: 1 hour 36 minutes
- Distance: Around 4.9 km (3.1 miles)
- Audio Content: up to 28min
- Meeting Point: Start at Swedish Emigrant Institute, only a 2 minute walk from Växjö C Train Station
- Stops: 11 captivating landmarks including Växjö municipality, Växjö Cathedral, Smålands Museum
Experience the charm of Växjö 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 Växjö'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 Växjö 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:
- 🏫 Swedish Emigrant Institute (4min)
- 🏛️ Smålands Museum (3min)
- ⛪ Växjö Cathedral (4min)
- 📍 The woman with the handbag (2min)
- 📍 The county residence in Växjö (3min)
- 📍 Tegnérkapellet (2min)
- 📚 Växjö City Library (2min)
- 📍 Växjö municipality (3min)
- 🗼 Växjö water tower (3min)
- ⛪ Skogslyckan Church (3min)
- 📍 Teknikum (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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