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Jim Thorpe Historic Smartphone Guided Walking Tour
(2) Reviews
Jim Thorpe
About
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.
Highlights
From 50 minutes to 1 hour
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
From 50 minutes to 1 hour
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
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
No Food or drinks
No Admission it's all outside
No in person guide, this is all guided by our walking tour app
Meeting Points
Departure
The Harry Packer Mansion Inn
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.
Return
St. Mark's & St. John's Episcopal Church
The tour ends outside the historic church where you'll discover it's story
Important Information
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Wheelchair accessible
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Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
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Service animals allowed
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Public transportation options are available nearby
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Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
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All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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Jim Thorpe Historic Smartphone Guided Walking Tour
(2) Reviews
Jim Thorpe
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$10.00
Price varies by group size
About
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.
Highlights
From 50 minutes to 1 hour
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
From 50 minutes to 1 hour
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
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
No Food or drinks
No Admission it's all outside
No in person guide, this is all guided by our walking tour app
Meeting Points
Departure
The Harry Packer Mansion Inn
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.
Return
St. Mark's & St. John's Episcopal Church
The tour ends outside the historic church where you'll discover it's story
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!
50 minutes
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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
