Charlottesville Historic Downtown APP/GPS Smartphone Walking Tour
Discover the story of Charlottesville and see it's not to be missed sites! Go at your own pace, anytime. The tour never expires. This tour is a smartphone guided experience that is hands free and guided step by step through the city.
You'll see many historic spots and learn about the founding fathers, the Unite the Right Rally, the statues, the Downtown Mall, the history of segregation, the Paul Revere of the South, and much more!
Once you purchase the tour never expires, get the walking tour app and take it anytime, as many times as you like. After taking the in person tour feel free to listen to it anytime remotely.
ItineraryThis is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Freedom of Speech Wall, 605 E Main St, Charlottesville, VA 22902, USA
The tour starts at the Freedom of Speech Wall, you'll hear the story of the wall, and if you can find chalk, feel free to write your thoughts.
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: Historic Downtown Mall, Charlottesville, VA 22902
We will stop at multiple places in the Downtown Mall, you'll learn it's history, stories and the events that happened here.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Heather Heyer Way, Charlottesville, VA 22902, USA
You'll walk down Heather Heyer Way and hear the tragic tale off how she was hit, the Unite the Right Rally, and the sad and horrific events that happened that day.
Duration: 5 minutes
Pass By: The Paramount Theater, 215 E Main St, Charlottesville, VA 22902-5231
You will stop outside the theater and hear about Jim Crow laws, the history of the theater, segregation and more.
Stop At: Miller's Downtown, 109 W Main St, Charlottesville, VA 22902, USA
Learn the history of Dave Matthews! This is the spot where Dave Matthews used to bartend before the band came together here in Charlottesville!
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: Market Street Park, 101 E Market St, Charlottesville, VA 22902, USA
We will see the park where the infamous statue was removed and the beginning of the Unite the Right Rally. You'll hear the story of the Rally, why they came here, and the confederate statues here and around the country.
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: McGuffey Art Center, 201 2nd St NW, Charlottesville, VA 22902-5012
You'll stop by the McGuffey Art Center and if open feel free to enter and explore.
Duration: 5 minutes
Pass By: Albemarle Charlottesville Historical Society, 200 2nd St NE, Charlottesville, VA 22902, USA
You'll see the Albemarle Charlottesville Historical Society, the building itself has quite the history of how it was built.
Pass By: Congregation Beth Israel, 301 E Jefferson St, Charlottesville, VA 22902, USA
This is the oldest Synogogue in Virginia, and one of the oldest in the country. It's historic, and has a special story. It's also the site that the Unite the Right stood outside chanting.
Pass By: Albemarle County Court House, 501 E Jefferson St, Charlottesville, VA 22902-5172
You'll stop outside the historic courthouse, hear the story of the founding fathers, and hear about Jack Jouett's Ride, the Paul Revere of the South.
Stop At: Daedalus Books, 123 4th St NE, Charlottesville, VA 22902-5225
The tour ends near the downtown mall at a hidden gem, the Daedalus Bookshop. Feel free to explore!
Duration: 2 minutes
Informacion Adicional
"Wheelchair accessible"
"Stroller accessible"
"Service animals allowed"
"Near public transportation"
"Surfaces are wheelchair accessible"
"Most travelers can participate"
"This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate"
"Confirmation will be received at time of booking"
Start Time:
Charlottesville Historic Downtown APP/GPS Smartphone Walking Tour
3/20/2024 - 4/12/2025Monday - Sunday : | 12:00 AM - 11:30 PM |
Duration: 55 To 65 Minutes
Start location: Freedom of Speech Wall, 605 E Main St, Charlottesville, VA 22902, USA
Cancellations and refunds:
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.