Gambling Built the Sunset Strip: A Self-Guided Audio Tour

Take this fascinating self-guided GPS audio tour of LA’s most famous boulevard and learn the crazy stories behind the legends that made the Sunset Strip what it is today. For 80 years the Sunset Strip has sparked the culture of America with behaviors that have now become normal, like dancing to rock music, gambling at casinos, smoking Marijuana and same sex marriage. And while the heat that the Strip generated from its nightlife sparks have spread out across the entire country, the sources of those sparks – the original ignition points that heated the action on the Sunset Strip – all came from gambling. This tour takes you through the Strip's transformation. The tour is ready whenever you are and the audio plays automatically at exactly the right time and place using your smartphone's GPS and the VoiceMap mobile app, which also works offline.

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Location: Los Angeles

What's Included

VoiceMap Application
Lifetime access to this tour in English before your booking date and after it
Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata
Flexibility to explore at your own pace with a self-guided GPS tour
Directions to the starting point so that when you’re in the right place, the tour will start

Community Discussion

Q&A

Q: Is there a specific age limit for participants on this tour?

A: There's no strict age limit since it's a self-guided tour, but some of the stories do involve adult themes related to gambling and nightlife. I brought my 16-year-old cousin, and he enjoyed it, but just keep in mind some topics might not be suitable for younger kids. It’s really flexible, so you can decide what’s best for your group!

Q: Can I do this tour if it rains?

A: Yes, you can totally do this tour in the rain! Since it’s self-guided, you're in control of when you start and finish. Just make sure you have a good umbrella and maybe wear some comfortable waterproof shoes. But honestly, the Strip has a different vibe when it's wet—totally worth it!

Q: What’s the best way to get to the starting point of the tour?

A: The starting point is really accessible! You can drive and park at one of the nearby lots, or use public transit if that’s more your style. I recommend the Metro—it's cheap and easy. Just check the VoiceMap app for exact directions to get there. Also, plan ahead for parking, as it can fill up fast on weekends!

Discussions

Considering the Sunset Strip Audio Tour as a gift. Any thoughts?

Hey everyone! I'm thinking about gifting the 'Gambling Built the Sunset Strip' audio tour for my friend’s birthday. She loves LA history and the Strip, but I’m a little worried if the stories will be engaging enough. Has anyone done it? What’s the vibe like? I really want her to enjoy it!

Self-guided audio tour of the Sunset Strip—needs more info!

I’m planning a trip to LA and found this self-guided audio tour of the Sunset Strip. It says it’s free, but how does that work? Is there a catch? I’m also curious about how long it takes to do the whole thing. Any insights would be super helpful!