4 Charlotte History Tours to Book First

1.Charlotte’s Ultimate Southern Charm Historical City Cart Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,347 reviews · 1 hour 25 minutes to 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $39Our pick

Explore Charlotte’s Uptown in a heated or open-air limo golf cart with guides such as Caleb, Peyton, Darlene, and Tremaine. Hear stories from the 1700s, see Fourth Ward, Bank of America Stadium, NASCAR Hall of Fame, historic churches, murals, and more. The tour starts and ends at Market at 7th St.

“This was a great tour. Payton was our guide and she was knowledgeable and made the tour fun. I recommend this tour!”

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2.Charlotte’s Premier Historical City Tour on Eco- Friendly Cart

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,079 reviews · 1 hour 25 minutes to 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $39

Ride through Uptown Charlotte in a seven-seat electric cart with local guides such as Keith, David, Jonathan, and Scott. See major sports venues, museums, and Fourth Ward homes while hearing stories about the city’s past and present. The tour lasts about 90 minutes and returns to its starting point.

“Loved that it was small group so we could ask questions and make stops when anyone wanted too. Guide was awesome!”

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3.90 Minute Historic Uptown Neighborhood Segway Tour of Charlotte

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 917 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $75

Learn to ride a Segway, then explore Charlotte’s Uptown with guides such as James, Rod, David, or Isaiah. The 90-minute route covers the arts district, Trade and Tryon, Fourth Ward, and The Green. A two-hour option adds historic cemeteries and the Panthers’ stadium.

“James was very knowledgeable and a pleasure to listen to. He also customize our tour since we were the only two on it. We had done a ghost tour the night before so he gave us a lot of other history of the area and pointed out the four wards which we proceeded to explore on our segues. The guide or interpreter really makes the experience and James was top notch.”

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4.Carolina History and Haunts Charlotte Historical Ghost Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 542 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $27Best value

Walk Charlotte’s Fourth Ward for 90 minutes with guides such as Elizabeth or Artie, hearing tales of gold mines, tunnels, medical ghosts, historic mansions, and Old Settlers Cemetery. The mood is theatrical but family-friendly, with real local history behind every spooky story.

“Very good experience. Would recommend for a family. Elizabeth was very entertaining and a great host.”

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