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São Luís Audio Tour: From Sacred Echoes to Reggae Rhythms

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Beneath São Luís’s ornate rooftops and sunbaked tiles, entire centuries lie hidden in plain sight—each church corner packed with secrets and superstition. This self-guided audio tour leads you into that world, unveiling the buried dramas most travelers overlook: rival founders, vengeful governors, forbidden romances, vanishing brotherhoods, haunted ossuaries. What curse drove mourners to build a cemetery behind the Church of Pantaleão in the fever-black days of epidemic? Why did a powerful governor beg for protection from scandal in the shadows of St. John the Baptist? What is the chilling ritual involving Saint Severa’s relic, whispered about for generations in São Luís? Trace these footsteps as alleys narrow, towers rise above faded facades, and every bell toll becomes a heartbeat from another era. Each stop peels back another layer—of sorrow and hope, faith and betrayal—so you see not just churches but living relics anchored deep within this city’s soul. Unlock São Luís’s legends now. The serpent beneath your feet awaits.

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About this tour

  • schedule
    Duration 40–60 minsGo at your own pace
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    4.3 km walking routeFollow the guided path
  • headphones
    Audio guide1+ languages available
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    Works offlineDownload once, use anywhere
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    Lifetime accessReplay anytime, forever
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    Starts at Church of Pantaleão

Stops on this tour

Church of Pantaleão
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Church of PantaleãoChurch in Maranhão, Brazilheadphones 04:27
Church of Santana (Saint Louis)
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Church of Santana (Saint Louis)listed property in Sao Luis, Maranhão, Brazilheadphones 02:09
Church of St. John the Baptist (St. Louis)
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Church of St. John the Baptist (St. Louis)Churchheadphones 02:39
Convent and Church of Saint Anthony (São Luís)
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Convent and Church of Saint Anthony (São Luís)church in Sao Luis, Brazilheadphones 03:49
Igreja de Nossa Senhora dos Remédios (São Luís)
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Igreja de Nossa Senhora dos Remédios (São Luís)igreja em São Luís, Maranhãoheadphones 03:47
Church of Our Lady of the Rosary (Saint Louis)
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Church of Our Lady of the Rosary (Saint Louis)church in Sao Luis, Brazilheadphones 03:33

Frequently asked questions

How do I start the tour?

After purchase, download the AudaTours app and enter your redemption code. The tour will be ready to start immediately — just tap play and follow the GPS-guided route.

Do I need internet during the tour?

No! Download the tour before you start and enjoy it fully offline. Only the chat feature requires internet. We recommend downloading on WiFi to save mobile data.

Is this a guided group tour?

No — this is a self-guided audio tour. You explore independently at your own pace, with audio narration playing through your phone. No tour guide, no group, no schedule.

How long does the tour take?

Most tours take 60–90 minutes to complete, but you control the pace entirely. Pause, skip stops, or take breaks whenever you want.

What if I can't finish the tour today?

No problem! Tours have lifetime access. Pause and resume whenever you like — tomorrow, next week, or next year. Your progress is saved.

What languages are available?

All tours are available in 50+ languages. Select your preferred language when redeeming your code. Note: language cannot be changed after tour generation.

Where do I access the tour after purchase?

Download the free AudaTours app from the App Store or Google Play. Enter your redemption code (sent via email) and the tour will appear in your library, ready to download and start.

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