Charlotte's Premier Historical City Walking Tour
Description
Tour the city of Charlotte and see its history up close and personal! Our walking tour will explore the history of the Queen City from our humble colonial origins to the modern finance city we are today. Let our guides take you through the evolution of Charlotte using verifiable historical research to interpret the changes in the city and region at large. Tours will include architectural history, pop culture, information on museums, and our sporting arenas. Learn about the people who shaped all of these changes, as well as a few legends both living and gone.
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See where the Charlotte Symphony Orchestra performs regularly at the Belk Theater, the largest auditorium at the North Carolina Blumenthal Performing Arts Center. The theater is constructed so that there are no seats more than 135 feet away from the stage, providing an intimate setting even with over 2,000 people in the audience.
The Mint Museum, also referred to as The Mint Museums, is a cultural institution comprising two museums, located in Charlotte, North Carolina. The Mint Museum Randolph and Mint Museum Uptown, together these two locations have hundreds of collections showcasing art and design from around the globe.
Discovery Place is a paradise of kid-friendly interactive science exhibits and presentations. Visit the Cool Stuff exhibit which, true to its name, is full of interesting interactive activities like lying on a bed of nails that help making learning physics fun.
Learn about Charlotte's oldest cemetery! Charlottes first burial ground where you will find the resting place of Revolutionary war heroes, Civil War veterans, and US House Representatives.
The Latta Arcade is an indoor shopping arcade, built in 1914 to include a two-floor atrium with stores and restaurants. There is a glass skylight over the atrium, which was originally used to allow natural light for grading cotton. It was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1975.
The heart of this museum lies in exploring the people who have changed and shaped the social landscape of the South since the end of the Civil War. The exhibit addresses controversial issues like race relations and immigration, providing a forum for discussion and contemplation. The facility features exceptional pieces, including modern multimedia displays and virtual tours that make the learning experience fun for all ages.
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Important Information
- 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
Reviews(16)
Nice city with several outlets and even Brazilian companies including restaurant
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Our tour guide was very knowledgeable and taught us alot of history and architecture around the city. Highly recommend!
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The owner Dave was our guide. He is super knowledgeable about Charlotte from history to business to architecture; you name it. Also, he's one of the most pleasant and eloquent guys I've run into in a long time. The tour was very comprehensive and easy to follow. It definitely set us up to explore and enjoy Charlotte for the rest of our stay. We highly recommend this tour.
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David was a warm and friendly tour guide with a wealth of information about Charlotte. He was very knowledgable about many aspects of the uptown area and integrated humor and human interest into the historical facts. His pace was respectful and accomodated the large and varied group and didn't rush the slower guests. His recommendations were on point. We would highly recommend this tour.
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Friendly host. Walking tour was under capacity so the host upgraded to van tour. Informative experience overall.
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My friend told me that a historical walking tour of Charlotte would be boring because "nothing has ever happened here" but they were wrong. Daniel Aaron Thomas brought the city's history to life with vibrant stories, interesting facts, and humorous asides.
Thanks for Joining us and giving us a chance to tell you all about Charlotte's History!
David is a wonderful guide. He offers a nice blend of historical , cultural, & architectural knowledge, als well as humor, Southern charm, & found out he also plays piano ( from age 4 )! Thank you David; wishing you a happy & healthy life! Cheryl B.
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Good for history learning, nice walk of the city , got around easy after this , pleasant conversation.
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As someone that runs a private members club in the tourism and hospitality industry. Lots to do if you didn’t know and very robust understanding. I went on the bus city tour instead of the walking tour. Great experience and good people. If you want to understand the city of Charlotte, North Carolina & some surrounding areas of the historical landmarks. Go on this tour. I used it as a refined guide and learning experience for what irresistible offers I can bring to the table.
Hey, we're so glad to hear you enjoyed your tour!
Our guide was prompt, very knowledge and friendly. He explained reasons why we call down town up town. He encouraged us to as questions. It was a pleasant tour
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