Why choose this Charlottesville 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.
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What makes Charlottesville Historic Downtown APP/GPS Smartphone Walking Tour a unique experience ?
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.
We will stop at multiple places in the Downtown Mall, you’ll learn it’s history, stories and the events that happened here.
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.
You will stop outside the theater and hear about Jim Crow laws, the history of the theater, segregation and more.
Learn the history of Dave Matthews! This is the spot where Dave Matthews used to bartend before the band came together here in Charlottesville!
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.
You’ll stop by the McGuffey Art Center and if open feel free to enter and explore.
You’ll see the Albemarle Charlottesville Historical Society, the building itself has quite the history of how it was built.
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.
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.
The tour ends near the downtown mall at a hidden gem, the Daedalus Bookshop. Feel free to explore!
Tour Description & Additional Info:
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Options To Choose for Your Trip:
- Charlottesville Historic Downtown APP/GPS Smartphone Walking Tour
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Charlottesville Historic Downtown APP/GPS Smartphone Walking Tour Inclusions:
Included with Your Ticket
- Explore downtown Charlottesville and learn it’s history and stories
- Tour on our Walking Tour app in Charlottesville (NOT VIAOTR APP) 🙂
- The Tour never expires.
- Go at your pace, anytime. The Tour NEVER expires.
Not Included
- No food, drink, admission or in person guides, it’s all on the walking tours app
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Special Instructions:
- This Tour is Provided by WalknTours.
- Tour Timezone & Starts at America/New_York.
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted.
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- This Tour is Rated 1 Stars based on 1 valid reviews on VIATOR.
- Minimum 1 Travelers is required to book.
- Maximum 15 Travelers is accepted for booking.
Thank you for booking the Charlottesville Downtown Walking Tour.
This is a tiny company, just me (Hi I’m Greg!), and I’m here to help :). If you have questions text +1-617-991-3269. Your ticket is below.
Quick overview:
1. Get the WalknTours app
2. Register
3. Unlock the tour by choosing the tour and use code ‘mall1010’ to unlock it
Full ticket:
HOW TO TAKE YOUR TOUR
*Do not purchase the tour in the WalknTours app. Use Code ‘mall1010’.
*If you purchased more than one ticket make sure each user registers a unique account and email address. You will use the same experience code ‘mall1010′
Step 1: Download the WalknTours app on iPhone or Android.
App Store: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/walkntours/id1457662600
Google Play Store: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.app.walkntours
Step 2: Register an Account or Login
Step 3: Open the Tour
Select Charlottesville
Select the Charlottesville Downtown Walking Tour and click it.
Click “Enter Experience Code”
Enter the Experience Code “mall1010’
Click apply
The tour is now unlocked and you can take it anytime.
To take the tour go the Freedom of Speech Wall and press play.
Have questions? Email us info@walkntours.com or text 617-991-3269.
