Jim Thorpe Historic Smartphone Guided Walking Tour
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50m - 1h
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Mobile or paper ticket accepted
About this experience
Now you might be wondering, wait a minute, why is it called Jim Thorpe? Did he live here? Now that is an interesting question that you'll discover on the tour. You'll also learn about the history of the town and people like Asa Packer, the coal industry, trains, millionaires row, the jail, the hangings, presidents who visited, heck, you'll even hear about old Wild Bill Hickok. This tour is not to be missed, So go on and lets get this party started. This tour is guided by your phone, step by step. It's hands free, location aware and plays as you walk. The tour is less than an hour and about .6 miles long. You'll see the sites, walk the streets and discover this hidden gems story.
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Jim Thorpe Historic Smartphone Guided Walking Tour
What's included
Tour of Jim Thorpe on our Walking Tour app
Go at your own pace, anytime. The tour never expires
Hands free, location aware, the tour plays automatically as you walk
Detailed itinerary
1
The tour starts at the historic hotel where you'll hear about the story of Asa Packer and the Rise of the town.
2
The tour stops outside the historic Inn, what's it's deal? Take the tour to find out
3
Many a hangings took place here, discover the story of those that swung, and stuck around.
4
Explore the streets, sites and stories of Historic Jim Thrope, or as it was once known as Mauch Chunk. Why is it called Jim Thorpe? What's the deal with the Jail? What was Asa Packer? What presidents stayed here? Find out on the tour!
5
The tour ends at the historic church where you'll hear it's story.
6
This historic opera house once was the stage for many a famous performer. Take the tour to find out who
What's not included
No Food or drinks
No Admission it's all outside
No in person guide, this is all guided by our walking tour app
Available languages
Audio guide
EN
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Important information
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Meeting point
The tour starts outside the Harry Packer Mansion where you'll learn about Asa Packer and his legacy. Then you'll be guided step by step through Jim Thorpe.
Important notes
Below are the instructions to take the tour. Please read :)
Thank you for booking the Jim Thorpe Historic Walking Tour.
Quick overview:
1. Get the WalknTours app
2. Register
3. Unlock the tour by choosing the tour and use code tour1010 to unlock it
Full ticket:
HOW TO TAKE YOUR TOUR
*Do not purchase the tour in the WalknTours app. Use Code tour1010
*If you purchased more than one ticket make sure each user registers a unique account and email address. You will use the same experience code tour1010
Step 1: Download the WalknTours app on iPhone or Android.
https://onelink.to/ffpuug
Step 2: Register an Account or Login
Step 3: Open the Tour
Select Jim Thorpe, PA (Or select the tour in the Near Me section)
Select the Jim Thorpe Historic Walking Tour and click it.
Click "Enter Experience Code"
Enter the Experience Code tour1010
Click apply
The tour is now unlocked and you can take it anytime.
To take the tour go outside the Harry Packer Mansion Inn at 19 Packer Hill Ave, Jim Thorpe, PA 18229
If you have questions call/text US +1 617-991-3269 or email info@walkntours.com
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