San Jose Audio Tour: Innovation, Icons, and Downtown Discoveries
Silicon Valley’s heart once echoed with secret plots, grand inventions, and wild artistic dreams. Downtown San Jose isn’t just tech towers and glass—its corners hide stories waiting to be unlocked. This self-guided audio tour lets you wander beneath the city buzz and discover the moments that shaped its soul. Hear the legends behind the landmarks and slip through alleys where most visitors never look. What volatile tech rivalry almost derailed Adobe’s rise? Which mysterious artwork in the Museum of Art left critics feuding for decades? Why did The Tech Interactive once host a midnight gathering of hackers turned heroes? Stride from bright plazas into shadowed stories. Wind through scandals, breakthroughs, and quiet rebellions. Walk San Jose’s avenues and see the familiar transform into the unforgettable. Are you ready to crack open the secrets beneath Silicon Valley’s shine? Your adventure starts now.
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About this tour
- scheduleDuration 40–60 minsGo at your own pace
- straighten4.2 km walking routeFollow the guided path
- headphonesAudio guide1+ languages available
- wifi_offWorks offlineDownload once, use anywhere
- all_inclusiveLifetime accessReplay anytime, forever
- location_onStarts at Adobe Inc.
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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.
If you don't enjoy the tour, we'll refund your purchase. Contact us at [email protected]
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