New York City Audio Tour: Echoes of Justice in the Civic Center
Beneath the glittering towers of Lower Manhattan lie stories that defy the city’s sleek modern façade. Here, marble halls echo with scandal, silent pavement hides lost graves, and stone facades have witnessed riots and revolutions. This self-guided audio tour invites you to stray off the tourist path and unlock hidden secrets embedded in Civic Center’s landmarks—discover the raw drama most skip right past. Who risked everything behind the elegant doors of Surrogate’s Courthouse in the grip of a deadly power struggle? What secrets sleep beneath your feet at the African Burial Ground National Monument? Why does 280 Broadway’s unassuming lobby shimmer with traces of a forgotten rebellion? Follow winding sidewalks and shadowed arches, tracing pulses of intrigue and bold resistance. Peer inside New York’s nerve centers and discover the city not as it appears, but as it truly is. Dive in now and uncover Manhattan’s secrets waiting beneath your next step.
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About this tour
- scheduleDuration 30–50 minsGo at your own pace
- straighten0.5 km walking routeFollow the guided path
- headphonesAudio guide1+ languages available
- wifi_offWorks offlineDownload once, use anywhere
- all_inclusiveLifetime accessReplay anytime, forever
- location_onStarts at African Burial Ground National Monument
Stops on this tour
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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