What to do and see in North Carolina, United States: The Best Historical & Heritage Tours

A 90 minute historical ghost walking tour of Winston-Salem's West End Historic District guided by the eerie glow of candlelight. This tour will teach you the spooky history that has roamed this area since it's beginning in the mid 1700s. Tragedies, superstitions, legends, history, and ghost stories. Much has happened in this old city and there are many that believe some of it's history is still lingering behind. Entertaining, educational, fun, and spooky!

Inclusions: Professional guide, Ghost Tour

Exclusions: Gratuities

90 minute historical ghost walking tour of Downtown Greensboro guided by the eerie glow of candlelight.  There have been many events that have taken place in this historical city.  Revolutionary War, Civil War, Civil Rights, Epedemics, and Fires, just to name a few.  There are many that believe some of this history still lingers behind.  Many paranormal groups and national TV shows have visited Greensboro to explore some of these hauntings.  Join us as we teach you the rich and sometimes troubling history of Greensboro.

Inclusions: Professional guide

Exclusions: Gratuities

In addition to the sights and sounds of bustling Downtown Asheville, the AVL Lit Tour includes multimedia elements. Enjoy photographs and recorded readings inspired by Asheville’s literary scene.

Inclusions: Multimedia

Exclusions: Parking Fees

An exclusive tour for all the romantics of the world! Together with the professional local guide, you will visit the most romantic places in the city. Is it true that Secret tunnels are rumored to lie beneath Asheville’s downtown area? You will feel spellbound in a charming atmosphere. What is considered as one of the best places to have a date in the city? Where can you make lovely photos? You will be surprised how many historical love stories are hidden in the streets, buildings, parks of the city. From heartbreaking and tragic, to the hilarious or spicy ones. Or did you know that there are 15 wineries within 15 miles of Asheville? What is the most famous historical couple of Asheville? Michael C. Hall and Morgan Macgregor. This tour is especially recommended in the Saint Valentine period!

Inclusions: Local Professional Guide

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Explore historic Asheville on this 2-Hour Guided Sightseeing & History Walking Tour of the city. Groups are reduced to a maximum of 10 people for a more personalized experience, as well to allow for social distancing throughout the tour. Meet your Local Guide downtown, and start with a brief look at some of the art-deco architecture while listening to your guide offer an in-depth history of Asheville. Stop at several historic sites during your walk downtown and delve into the intriguing history of many of Asheville's past literary and notable residents including William Sydney Porter (aka O'Henry), Thomas Wolfe & his family, the "Founding Fathers" of Asheville and Asheville's connection to the cursed Hope Diamond. We will walk for approximately 2 miles at a comfortable pace over 2 hours. This tour is a great introduction to the city, and for history and architecture buffs.

Inclusions: 2-Hour Guided Sightseeing Walking Tour of Historic Asheville, Small-Group for a more personalized experience (max 10 people per group), Stop at several locations throughout downtown Asheville and observe the art-deco architecture, Learn the history of famous past residents Thomas Wolfe, O'Henry & "Founding Fathers" of Asheville

Exclusions: Gratuities

Hear stories of the bizarre and unexplained in Uptown Charlotte. From the Civil War and prohibition to tragic lift shaft accidents. We offer the finest haunts and the most riveting ghost tours in the South. Our ghost tour is created to be scary and creepy but is still family-friendly and available to all ages. We bring history to life through death. You will all be talking about this exciting tour for years to come!

Inclusions: Professional and Courteous Guides, Intensely researched true stories of history, Documented accounts of historic hauntings

Exclusions: Food and Drink, Motorized Transport

This 3 hour electric bike tour around Asheville is the perfect way to get up close and personal with the city’s charm and fascinating history. We’ll see Asheville’s noteworthy architectural gems, take in stunning scenery from carefully chosen viewpoints, and hear the stories behind Asheville’s best historic sites Our electric bikes help you safely navigate Asheville’s hilly terrain through city streets, greenways, and picturesque neighborhoods. Our expert local guides love sharing insider recommendations to help you make the most of your time in Asheville. Numbers are limited to 7 riders per tour, to ensure the best experience and personalized attention. For larger groups, please call to arrange a private tour.

Inclusions: Use of electric bicycle, Use of helmet, Local guide

Exclusions: Gratuities

Buzz through Charlotte’s hopping Uptown neighborhood on this Segway tour of North Carolina’s biggest city! Follow your local guide as you glide along the Levine Avenue of the Arts and check out the Mint Museum, the Bechtler Museum of Modern Art, The Gantt Center and the historic Fourth Ward. Choose either a 1.5- or 2-hour ride – the longer ride includes two historic cemeteries and the Carolina Panthers football stadium.

Inclusions: Use of helmet, Guide, Segway training

Exclusions: Gratuities, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Lunch

Discover the best of Asheville on this 2-Hour Public or Private Guided Sightseeing Walking Tour with Local Guide. As you take in some of the historical city sites, make your way over to a few local cafes, breweries, and distilleries for some bonus tastings. This tip-based tour allows you to pay what you think it’s worth in the end! You will learn how Asheville became the unique, quirky city you see now and what we are doing to "Keep Asheville Weird." Your Local Guide will lead you along the Urban Trail, passing by top sites such as the Flatiron Building, Basilica of St Lawrence, Vance Memorial, and Grove Arcade. Stop along the way to sample a free donut at Underground Cafe, spirits at Cultivated Cocktails Distillery, and a beer at Twin Leaf Brewery (tickets provided for BOGO at the end) Tastings are provided by local businesses who provide them when open/available. No spirits on Sundays and donuts when he doesn’t sell out in advance and not on Mondays for now.

Inclusions: 2-Hour Sightseeing Guided Walking Tour of Asheville, Public & Private Tour Options Available, Free Donut Tasting Included (if he didn’t sell out), Spirits Tastings at Cultivated cocktails (except on Sundays) , Beer Sample at Twin Leaf Brewery (tickets provided at the end) , Learn how Asheville became such a unique city what locals are doing to "Keep Asheville Weird", Follow along the Urban Trail, a walking tour of the city's historical sites, Pass by top Asheville sites such as Flatiron Building, Basilica of St Lawrence, and Vance Monument

Exclusions: Gratuities

Take a unique guided tour through North Carolina’s largest city on a guided tour of Charlotte and see some of the top attractions in the area. From its earliest years to the present, Charlotte has had many nicknames but we simply call it 'home'. We are proud of where we live and have a strong desire to share the historical side of this city!  We can't wait to pass along this information to first-time visitors as well as long-time residents. Sit back and enjoy a smooth tour on one of our golf carts.

Inclusions: Live commentary on board, Local guide, Pickup and drop-off from designated meeting points, Private tour, Includes complimentary order of Fried Pickles at Fitzgerald's when tour concludes

Exclusions: Gratuities