Raleigh Downtown Smartphone Guided GPS App Walking Tour
See The historic sites and discover the story of this city. Go at your own pace, anytime. This tour is all location aware and guided by our walking tour app. It's hands free. Put the phone in your pocket and it plays as you walk. the narration is spooky an infused with spooky music to fit the stories. Walk through the parks, the markets, the restaurants, the southern food joints, see the historical buildings and statues and streets and discover the past and present of Raleigh. Get to know the city in one hour. And find the best spot in town for southern cooking.
Overview
See The historic sites and discover the story of this city. Go at your own pace, anytime. This tour is all location aware and guided by our walking tour app. It's hands free. Put the phone in your pocket and it plays as you walk. the narration is spooky an infused with spooky music to fit the stories. Walk through the parks, the markets, the restaurants, the southern food joints, see the historical buildings and statues and streets and discover the past and present of Raleigh. Get to know the city in one hour. And find the best spot in town for southern cooking.
Itinerary
The tour starts at the City Market where you'll hear the story of how it was built and what you can see here. It's also a great spot for a bite to eat! Then you'll be guided through Raleigh step by step to the sites of Raleigh.
5 minutesYou'll stop by the City of Raleigh Museum, and it is free to enter. You'll hear the history and the stories of the cities history.
5 minutesOne of the three presidents born in NC, this is the site where Johnson was born. You'll hear his story and see the site.
5 minutesYou will walk around the North Carolina State house and hear the story how it was founded and see the statues around it.
5 minutesYou'll see the statue of the 3 presidents that were born in North Carolina, and hear a bit about both. It's also a great spot for pics.
5 minutesThe 40 foot monument is stunning. You'll see it and see why it was made and the wars it represents.
5 minutesNorth Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences
Wow, this spot is a site to see, we will stop outside and you'll hear about the museum and get a chance to go in. it's free to enter.
5 minutesThe tour walks past the North Carolina Executive Mansion and you'll hear it's history.
The tour ends at North Carolina Freedom Park, It's the first memorial and park in North Carolina specifically dedicated to African Americans and their contributions to the state's history. You'll hear their story then get a chance to explore.
5 minutesThe tour will guide you through the streets of downtown Raleigh and show you the historic sites and share those stories. The tour is all outside and can be taken anytime, 24/7/365.
10 minutes
Location
Address
214 E Martin St, Raleigh, NC 27601, USA
Inclusions
- Listen again anytime after taking the on location tour using Virtual Tour
- walking tour in Raleigh on our walking tour app
- Go at your own pace. Take it anytime 24/7/365
Exclusions
- No food, drink or human guide, This is all outside and on our walking tour app
Additional Information
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Guide Languages
English
Cancellation Policy
A full refund will apply if you cancel more than 24 hours before the activity start time.
No refund is possible if you cancel less than 24 hours before the activity start time.
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