Jim Thorpe Historic Smartphone Guided Walking Tour Discount Tickets

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Overview

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.

Meeting and Pickup

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.

End Point

End point

The tour ends outside the historic church where you'll discover it's story

Language Offered

English-AUDIO

Itinerary

1. The Harry Packer Mansion- Libations Lounge
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 Inn At Jim Thorpe
The tour stops outside the historic Inn, what's it's deal? Take the tour to find out
3. Old Jail Museum
Many a hangings took place here, discover the story of those that swung, and stuck around.
4. Jim Thorpe
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!
Duration: 50 mins
5. St. Mark's & St. John's Episcopal Church
The tour ends at the historic church where you'll hear it's story.
6. The Mauch Chunk Opera House
This historic opera house once was the stage for many a famous performer. Take the tour to find out who

Inclusion

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

Exclusion

No Food or drinks

No Admission it's all outside

No in person guide, this is all guided by our walking tour app

Cancellation Policy

Check mark icon Refundable tickets

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

  • 100% refund if cancelled 1+ days before the start date
  • 0% refund if cancelled less than 1 day(s) before the start date

Additional Info

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

Supplied by WalknTours

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