Immerse yourself in Uptown Charlotte's vibrant history and explore at your own pace on this self-guided audio tour. Discover the untold tales of Charlotte's fearless patriots, including the controversial story of how North Carolina declared independence before the rest of the colonies. Hosted by an actor and tour guide, Phil Biedron, this tour offers complete flexibility and control over your exploration. Spend two hours uncovering hidden gems, taking your time at each stop.

Acquaint yourself with Uptown Charlotte on a self-guided audio tour
Discover the Old Settlers Cemetry, The Green, the main library, etc.
Listen to the controversial and concerted stories of North Carolina
Lifetime access to the tour and unlimited use

What To Expect

Thomas Polk Park

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.
• Admission Ticket Free

First Presbyterian Church of Charlotte

The tour passes by the First Presbyterian Church, the oldest recognizable structure in the city.
• Admission Ticket Free

Old Settlers Cemetery

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.
• Admission Ticket Free

The Dunhill Hotel

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.
• Admission Ticket Free

St Peter’s Episcopal Church

The tour passes by St Peter’s Episcopal Church. You’ll hear about the church and its history while you walk.
• Admission Ticket Free

McGlohon Theater at Spirit Square

The tour passes by the small theatre which is housed in the former First Baptist Church.
• Admission Ticket Free

Charlotte Mecklenburg Main Library

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.
• Admission Ticket Free

The Green

You’ll pass by The Green, Charlotte’s literary-themed park where part of The Hunger Games movie was filmed.
• Admission Ticket Free

St Peter’s Catholic Church

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!
• Admission Ticket Free

Mint Museum Uptown

The tour passes by the Mint Museum and the original Branch Mint which was moved to this location, brick by painstaking brick.
• Admission Ticket Free

Bechtler Museum of Modern Art

The tour passes by the Bechtler Museum of Modern Art. You’ll hear about the building while you walk.
• Admission Ticket Free

Latta Arcade

The tour passes through the Latta Arcade. You’ll hear about the arcade while you walk.
• Admission Ticket Free

Romare Bearden Park

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.
• Admission Ticket Free

Charlotte center city

The tour goes through Uptown in the city center.
• Admission Ticket Free

Highlight

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Infants must sit on laps
Service animals allowed
Most travelers can participate
Near public transportation
Stroller accessible
Not wheelchair accessible
This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate

Include

Lifetime access to this tour in English
Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata
VoiceMap App for Android and iOS

Exclude

Food/Drink
Smartphone and headphones
Tickets or entrance fees to any museums or other attractions en route
Transportation