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Uptown Charlotte: A Self-Guided Audio Tour to the Heart of Queen City

28 Reviews 4.11 out of 5 stars Based on 28 reviews collected by City Boat Tours and TripAdvisor | Charlotte, USA

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120 to 150 minutes (approx.)
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Overview

Explore Uptown Charlotte at your own pace with this affordable walking tour.

• Get acquainted with the who’s who of Charlotte’s fearless patriots and hear the controversial and contested story of how North Carolina declared independence from the British a full year before the rest of the colonies
• Hear from producer Phil Biedron, an actor with a knack for hosting tours and telling stories.
• Do it all in two hours or linger at stops along the way with complete control over when you start and finish
• Get unlimited use before your booking date and after it
• Use the virtual tour option at home

Once you’ve booked, you’ll receive a ticket with instructions and a unique code listed under “Before You Go”. Then simply install the VoiceMap app and enter your code.

The app displays directions to the starting point, and when you’re in the right place, just pop in your headphones and tap start. VoiceMap has automatic GPS playback, with turn-by-turn directions. It also works offline.

What's Included

  • VoiceMap App for Android and iOS
  • Lifetime access to this tour in English
  • Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata
  • Food/Drink
  • Smartphone and headphones
  • Tickets or entrance fees to any museums or other attractions en route
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Meeting Location

Meeting point

West Trade Street
Charlotte, NC 28202, USA

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Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.

End point

South Church Street
Charlotte, NC 28202, USA

The tour ends in front of the fountain in Romare Bearden Park.

What To Expect

Thomas Polk Park (Pass By)

This self-guided audio tour starts opposite Thomas Polk Park. You'll hear the history of the city and see the park before starting your walk.
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First Presbyterian Church of Charlotte (Pass By)

The tour passes by the First Presbyterian Church, the oldest recognizable structure in the city.
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Old Settlers Cemetery (Pass By)

You'll pass by the Old Settlers Cemetery, where you’ll find the graves of American Revolutionary War heroes, and the predecessors of US Presidents.
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The Dunhill Hotel (Pass By)

You’ll pass the Dunhill Hotel where a dozen businessmen leapt to their deaths which locals believe is still haunted by their ghosts to this day.
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St Peter's Episcopal Church (Pass By)

The tour passes by St Peter's Episcopal Church. You'll hear about the church and its history while you walk.
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McGlohon Theater at Spirit Square (Pass By)

The tour passes by the small theatre which is housed in the former First Baptist Church.
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Charlotte Mecklenburg Library (Pass By)

The tour passes by Charlotte Mecklenburg Main Library. The main library for the city of Charlotte closed for construction on October 29th, 2021 but you'll hear about it while you walk.
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The Green (Pass By)

You'll pass by The Green, Charlotte's literary-themed park where part of The Hunger Games movie was filmed.
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St Peter's Catholic Church (Pass By)

The tour passes by the oldest Catholic Church in Charlotte dating back to 1851, and it was the only Catholic church in the city for nearly 100 years!
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Mint Museum Uptown (Pass By)

The tour passes by the Mint Museum and the original Branch Mint which was moved to this location, brick by painstaking brick.
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Bechtler Museum of Modern Art (Pass By)

The tour passes by the Bechtler Museum of Modern Art. You'll hear about the building while you walk.
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Latta Arcade (Pass By)

The tour passes through the Latta Arcade. You'll hear about the arcade while you walk.
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Romare Bearden Park (Pass By)

By the time we reach Romare Bearden Park, where our tour ends, you’ll have a much greater appreciation for the Queen City, its history and its cultural corners.
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Charlotte center city (Pass By)

The tour goes through Uptown in the city center.
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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Uptown Charlotte: A Self-Guided Audio Tour to the Heart of Queen City?

A: This tour is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded. Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

This tour is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.

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Average 4.11 out of 5 stars based on 28 traveler reviews collected by City Boat Tours and partner sites such as Cool Destinations and TripAdvisor

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  • VoiceMap App for Android and iOS
  • Lifetime access to this tour in English
  • Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata
  • Food/Drink
  • Smartphone and headphones
  • Tickets or entrance fees to any museums or other attractions en route
  • Transportation

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

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This tour is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.

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