Old Settlers’ Cemetery Tours & Attractions

Smooth, extra cushion, new golf carts
Discounted parking when available.
The TRUE Southern Charm Rides tour! Kids 0-4 FREE!!!!
Will use Southern Charm bus for extreme temps/weather.

Tours leave promptly!

Take a 5-star/award winning tour deep into our history on luxurious limo golf carts to see why people are saying Southern Charm Rides is #1 historical tour in Charlotte, southern hospitality, food discount, stop for pictures. We give historical information dating back to the 1700s. Learn where Elvis performed, the name Queen City, Fourth Ward neighborhood, gold mines, tales of the cities' history, “medicine man,” first hospital, the Bootlegger house, etc.

For sports fans, Bank of America Stadium, Truist Ball Field, NASCAR Hall of Fame, etc

We travel down the main street showing you art, museums, and many landmarks.

Don’t just take our word for it, read our reviews! Our tours have been the highlight of the trip for many travelers. Also, see Southern Charm Haunted/true crime tour!
Duration: 85 to 90 minutes.

Your costumed guide will lead the group on a 2 hour walking tour through Charlotte's famous Uptown. You will begin and end at a bar, each housed in historic buildings with their own unique ghosts and stories. Guests will have time to purchase and enjoy a delicious libation as the guide tells them all about the fascinating history of Charlotte and some of its most famous and creepy haunted stories!

*Tour route and drink stops are subject to availability.
*All guests must be 21+ with Valid ID. Alcohol is not included.
Duration: 2 hours.

Our tours stand out due to our extensive global experience in tourism and hospitality, ensuring that every aspect of the experience is crafted with excellence. We are committed to continuous improvement and innovation, driven by a clear vision for delivering exceptional experiences to our guests. What truly sets us apart are our unique carts, which are unlike any others you've likely encountered—cool, stylish, fancy, and exceptionally comfortable. As pioneers in this business, we have set the standard for quality and luxury, providing our guests with unforgettable journeys that exceed their expectations.
Duration: 1 hour.

Nightly tours with two tour times on Friday and Saturday!!! Book quickly to reserve your spot. Brewery, cold soda, food, all at the Market where we pick up! Come aboard the only open-air golf cart haunted/true crime tour in Charlotte! Enjoy an approximately 90 minute tour filled with authentic ghost stories/true crime, operated by 5-star Southern Charm Rides, known for their Charlotte historical tours! We do get off the cart at some areas. We give you the ghost/crime history of several areas including the graveyards.

Thanks to our golf carts, we're able to cover a larger area including a 77+ acre cemetery opened in the 1800s, letting you see more of the haunted sites, history of crime, and hear more of the chilling stories surrounding the Fourth Ward, hotels, theatres, and much more!

You may even recognize one of our guides from TV! Thursday-Friday. Special September Friday 13 weekend!!!

See areas where many have spotted spirits walking among us! We hope to see you soon!
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes.

On this 90 minute historic, ghostly walking tour in uptown Charlotte you'll be guided by lantern light, listening to the stories and haunts of local history. Explore the sites where some of Uptown's departed inhabitants are said to still linger. See some of Charlotte's famous and sometimes infamous landmarks, and learn how the ghostly past has shaped the city of Charlotte today.
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes.

Discounted parking when available. Tours leave promptly! Take a 5-star/award winning tour deep into our history on luxurious bus to see why people are saying Southern Charm Rides is #1 historical tour in Charlotte, southern hospitality, food discount, etc. We stop at each location for pictures. We give historical information dating back to the 1700s. Learn where Elvis performed, the name Queen City, Fourth Ward neighborhood, gold mining, arts, and tales throughout the cities' history. You will learn about the “medicine man,” the first hospital, the Bootlegger house, etc. For sports fans, Bank of America Stadium, Truist Ball Field, NASCAR Hall of Fame, etc. We travel down the Main Street showing you art, museums, and many landmarks. Don’t just take our word for it, read our reviews! Our tours have been the highlight of the trip for many travelers. Also, see our Southern Charm Haunted/true crime tour! Our tour is a great experience for everyone of all ages!
Duration: 85 to 90 minutes.

Quality learning wrapped in a fun experience is our expertise.

If you're new to the Queen City, here for a visit, or something in between, here's a fun way to learn about or get refreshed on today's Charlotte and how it came to be. Join us for a guided walking tour looping through the heart of Charlotte and the Center City highlights - Commerce, Arts & Culture, Sports and History.

We have curated all that information and experience, highlighting the most interesting, relevant, and fun facts about Charlotte. What a visitor needs to know about Charlotte to really know our city

Join us on your visit to Charlotte. Just give us about an hour and a mile, and we will share Charlotte with you!
Duration: 1 hour.

Explore Charlotte's Forth Ward's most haunted sites and hear their story at your own pace and schedule. This tour, on our smart phone app, is professionally produced with a spooky voice, themed music and sound setting the mood. Go at your own pace, stop anytime. Want to stop at Al Mike's for a pint? Go for it. Or want to roam the cemetery longer for pics? No Problem. Just press play to continue.

Why take our tour?
- Best deal in town
- Professionally produced
- Go at your own pace, no need to follow a guide in a large group and struggle to hear.
- Listen again after taking the tour.


Duration: 35 to 75 minutes.

Tour the city of Charlotte and see its history up close and personal! Our walking tour will explore the history of the Queen City from our humble colonial origins to the modern finance city we are today. Let our guides take you through the evolution of Charlotte using verifiable historical research to interpret the changes in the city and region at large. Tours will include architectural history, pop culture, information on museums, and our sporting arenas. Learn about the people who shaped all of these changes, as well as a few legends both living and gone.
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes.

Explore Uptown Charlotte at your own pace with this affordable walking tour.

• Get acquainted with the who’s who of Charlotte’s fearless patriots and hear the controversial and contested story of how North Carolina declared independence from the British a full year before the rest of the colonies
• Hear from producer Phil Biedron, an actor with a knack for hosting tours and telling stories.
• Do it all in two hours or linger at stops along the way with complete control over when you start and finish
• Get unlimited use before your booking date and after it
• Use the virtual tour option at home

Once you’ve booked, you’ll receive a ticket with instructions and a unique code listed under “Before You Go”. Then simply install the VoiceMap app and enter your code.

The app displays directions to the starting point, and when you’re in the right place, just pop in your headphones and tap start. VoiceMap has automatic GPS playback, with turn-by-turn directions. It also works offline.
Duration: 120 to 150 minutes.

Enjoy a walking tour of downtown Charlotte while following clues on your smartphone and solving interesting puzzles along the tour.

Play the game on your smartphone with your group as the game guides you through the city.

Score points for correct answers and try to get the high score on the leaderboard.

See major attractions as well as less-known gems of Charlotte on this unique scavenger hunt and walking tour.

Play any time that fits your schedule! There is no in-person guide you have to wait for!

Tour Independence Square, Romare Bearden Park, Mecklenburg Declaration of Independence Monument, Civil War historic sites, and more.

Your group of 2 to 6 people works together to solve the 23 challenges on the scavenger hunt.

Wear comfortable shoes! You'll walk about 2 miles along this scavenger hunt tour.

Explore the city at your own pace
Enjoy fun challenges with family and friends
Discover Charlotte's hidden gems and historic sights
Perfect for all ages
Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes.

Charlotte is an old city dating back to the 1700s, the perfect setting for a ghost tour. Ever wonder who’s haunting the city of Charlotte? What are their stories and why are they still here? Hop on one of our animal scooters and enjoy an entertaining tour where you will get to know the ghosts of Charlotte. Wonder who can take this tour? Everyone can ride a Rydable from Toddlers riding along with their Parents, Grandparents, & even your Great Grandparents. We start with a training session so that customers can get used to driving the Rydables.
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes.