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Durham Audio Tour: Echoes of Tobacco, Faith, and Legacy

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A minor league baseball game here once sparked a citywide riot that few locals dare discuss. Durham’s streets hide more than craft breweries—they echo with scandal, spectacle, and the restless pulse of change. Start a self-guided audio tour where legends linger under neon lights. Hear the secrets stitched into brick, marble, and memory. Discover how the city’s biggest stars and strangest stories unfolded in corners most travelers overlook. Why did a monument become the spark for a furious midnight protest? What secrets does the Durham Performing Arts Center curtain conceal after dark? Could a ballpark hotdog really have caused a political scandal? Move from shadows to spotlights along storied sidewalks, feeling the rush of history beneath your feet. Each landmark crackles with drama as Durham opens up in bursts of color and conflict. Your own discovery awaits. Listen in and uncover the real Durham just beneath the surface.

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About this tour

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    Duration 30–50 minsGo at your own pace
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    4.5 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 Bright Leaf Historic District

Stops on this tour

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Bright Leaf Historic DistrictHistoric district in North Carolina, United States
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Old North Carolina Mutual Life Insurance Company BuildingUnited States historic place
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First Presbyterian Church (Durham, North Carolina)Presbyterian church in Durham, NC
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St. Philip's Episcopal Church (Durham, North Carolina)Episcopal church in Durham, NC
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Confederate Soldiers Monument (Durham, North Carolina)
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Downtown Durham Historic DistrictHistoric district in North Carolina, United States

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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