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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.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
The tour starts at the Freedom of Speech Wall in the downtown mall. Before you begin you'll need the WalknTours app, that's the app that will guide you step by step through the city. There are lots of parking lots and spots nearby and this is the heart of downtown.
The tour ends at the Daedalus Bookshop, a hidden gem in the city and very close to the downtown mall. From here you can easily walk to the downtown mall.
Itinerary
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1
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.
5 minutes • Admission ticket free -
2Historic Downtown Mall
We will stop at multiple places in the Downtown Mall, you'll learn it's history, stories and the events that happened here.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
3
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.
5 minutes • Admission ticket free -
(Pass by)
You will stop outside the theater and hear about Jim Crow laws, the history of the theater, segregation and more.
Admission ticket free -
4
Learn the history of Dave Matthews! This is the spot where Dave Matthews used to bartend before the band came together here in Charlottesville!
5 minutes • Admission ticket free -
5
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.
5 minutes • Admission ticket free -
6
You'll stop by the McGuffey Art Center and if open feel free to enter and explore.
5 minutes • Admission ticket free -
(Pass by)
You'll see the Albemarle Charlottesville Historical Society, the building itself has quite the history of how it was built.
Admission ticket free -
(Pass by)
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.
Admission ticket free -
(Pass by)
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.
Admission ticket free -
7
The tour ends near the downtown mall at a hidden gem, the Daedalus Bookshop. Feel free to explore!
2 minutes • Admission ticket free
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
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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