Charlotte Historical City Bus Tour of Uptown's 4 Wards in 90 Minutes
by QC Rides
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Charlotte is a city with diverse neighborhoods and a variety of historical landmarks. This 90-minute bus tour travels through all four wards of Uptown Charlotte, providing views of key sites and commentary about the city’s past and present. The tour runs in a climate-controlled shuttle bus that seats 13 passengers and is suitable for any weather. The guided route includes historical churches, courthouses, hotels, museums, theaters, and homes dating back to 1867. Sports venues featured on the drive include the NASCAR Hall of Fame, Spectrum Center (home of the Charlotte Hornets), Bank of America Stadium (home to the Carolina Panthers and Charlotte FC), and Truist Field (home of the Charlotte Knights baseball team). The tour departs from a location near the Light Rail Trade Street station, with public parking available on East 5th Street. Guests are advised to arrive 10 minutes before the scheduled start time. Local guides provide detailed information about each stop and the overall history of Charlotte as the bus moves through the Uptown area.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Mint Museum Uptown
The Mint Museum Uptown features an internationally recognized Craft + Design collection along with American and contemporary art exhibits.
St Peter's Catholic Church
Located at 507 South Tryon Street, this church was established in 1851 and is the oldest Catholic church in Charlotte, remaining the sole Catholic church until 1940.
The Bank Of America Stadium
This stadium is the home field for the Carolina Panthers NFL team and the Charlotte Football Club MLS team.
Spectrum Center
The arena serves as the home venue for the Charlotte Hornets NBA basketball team.
Belk Theater at Blumenthal Performing Arts Center
Opened in 1992, this performing arts complex hosts various cultural events and is named after the people of North Carolina and the Blumenthal Foundation.
NASCAR Hall of Fame
The guide provides information about this well-known museum dedicated to NASCAR history.
Truist Field
This Uptown baseball stadium is home to the Charlotte Knights, a Triple-A Minor League Baseball team in the International League, and is the third major sports venue built in Uptown.
Bechtler Museum of Modern Art
Located in the heart of Uptown Charlotte, this museum offers modern art exhibits and cultural displays popular with locals and visitors.
Discovery Place Science
A hands-on science museum featuring interactive exhibits, the largest IMAX screen in the Carolinas, the Accenture IMAX Dome Theatre, and educational programs.
The Dunhill Hotel
Opened in 1929 originally as Mayfair Manor apartment hotel, the Dunhill Hotel blends American, British, and Italian architectural influences and stands out on the Charlotte skyline.
Charlotte Convention Center
This convention center opened in 1995 with 280,000 square feet of contiguous exhibit space and attracts over half a million visitors annually. It was designed by Thompson, Ventulett, Stainback & Associates.
Oldest Uptown Building
Built in 1867 at 523 N. Poplar Street in the Fourth Ward, this is the oldest building in Uptown Charlotte. It has undergone additions and remodeling but remains occupied.
Carolina Theatre
A historic movie theater currently being restored to serve as a performing arts center and civic space, owned by the Foundation For The Carolinas.
Meeting point
We meet at the Bank of America ATM located outside of 1 Bank of America Center at 150 N College St. Charlotte NC 28202 (Corner of E 5th St & N College St) Look for the bus on E 5th St WE DON'T HAVE AN OFFICE!! Parking options are along East 5th St, all are paid parking garages where prices vary.
End point
We meet at the Bank of America ATM located outside of 1 Bank of America Center at 150 N College St. Charlotte NC 28202 (Corner of E 5th St & N College St) Look for the bus on E 5th St WE DON'T HAVE AN OFFICE!! Parking options are along East 5th St, all are paid parking garages where prices vary.
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.
Additional info
Charlotte Historical City Bus Tour of Uptown's 4 Wards in 90 Minutes
by QC Rides
Choose from 1 available option
How do you want to book?
✓Confirmation before Wed, 9 Sept - card's only charged if it's a yes. If it's a no, still time to book on Viator.
Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.$78Overview
Charlotte is a city with diverse neighborhoods and a variety of historical landmarks. This 90-minute bus tour travels through all four wards of Uptown Charlotte, providing views of key sites and commentary about the city’s past and present. The tour runs in a climate-controlled shuttle bus that seats 13 passengers and is suitable for any weather. The guided route includes historical churches, courthouses, hotels, museums, theaters, and homes dating back to 1867. Sports venues featured on the drive include the NASCAR Hall of Fame, Spectrum Center (home of the Charlotte Hornets), Bank of America Stadium (home to the Carolina Panthers and Charlotte FC), and Truist Field (home of the Charlotte Knights baseball team). The tour departs from a location near the Light Rail Trade Street station, with public parking available on East 5th Street. Guests are advised to arrive 10 minutes before the scheduled start time. Local guides provide detailed information about each stop and the overall history of Charlotte as the bus moves through the Uptown area.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Mint Museum Uptown
The Mint Museum Uptown features an internationally recognized Craft + Design collection along with American and contemporary art exhibits.
St Peter's Catholic Church
Located at 507 South Tryon Street, this church was established in 1851 and is the oldest Catholic church in Charlotte, remaining the sole Catholic church until 1940.
The Bank Of America Stadium
This stadium is the home field for the Carolina Panthers NFL team and the Charlotte Football Club MLS team.
Spectrum Center
The arena serves as the home venue for the Charlotte Hornets NBA basketball team.
Belk Theater at Blumenthal Performing Arts Center
Opened in 1992, this performing arts complex hosts various cultural events and is named after the people of North Carolina and the Blumenthal Foundation.
NASCAR Hall of Fame
The guide provides information about this well-known museum dedicated to NASCAR history.
Truist Field
This Uptown baseball stadium is home to the Charlotte Knights, a Triple-A Minor League Baseball team in the International League, and is the third major sports venue built in Uptown.
Bechtler Museum of Modern Art
Located in the heart of Uptown Charlotte, this museum offers modern art exhibits and cultural displays popular with locals and visitors.
Discovery Place Science
A hands-on science museum featuring interactive exhibits, the largest IMAX screen in the Carolinas, the Accenture IMAX Dome Theatre, and educational programs.
The Dunhill Hotel
Opened in 1929 originally as Mayfair Manor apartment hotel, the Dunhill Hotel blends American, British, and Italian architectural influences and stands out on the Charlotte skyline.
Charlotte Convention Center
This convention center opened in 1995 with 280,000 square feet of contiguous exhibit space and attracts over half a million visitors annually. It was designed by Thompson, Ventulett, Stainback & Associates.
Oldest Uptown Building
Built in 1867 at 523 N. Poplar Street in the Fourth Ward, this is the oldest building in Uptown Charlotte. It has undergone additions and remodeling but remains occupied.
Carolina Theatre
A historic movie theater currently being restored to serve as a performing arts center and civic space, owned by the Foundation For The Carolinas.
Meeting point
We meet at the Bank of America ATM located outside of 1 Bank of America Center at 150 N College St. Charlotte NC 28202 (Corner of E 5th St & N College St) Look for the bus on E 5th St WE DON'T HAVE AN OFFICE!! Parking options are along East 5th St, all are paid parking garages where prices vary.
End point
We meet at the Bank of America ATM located outside of 1 Bank of America Center at 150 N College St. Charlotte NC 28202 (Corner of E 5th St & N College St) Look for the bus on E 5th St WE DON'T HAVE AN OFFICE!! Parking options are along East 5th St, all are paid parking garages where prices vary.
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.