Top North Carolina Walking Tours

Maximize time in Asheville with a guided walking tour focused on the city’s history, architecture, and culture. Meet your guide for a sightseeing tour including top landmarks like the Thomas Wolfe Memorial, Grove Arcade, and the Basilica of Saint Lawrence. Get to know the unique city of Asheville from the perspective of a local.

Maximize time in Downtown Asheville with a sightseeing tour led by a local guide. Learn about Asheville's history and culture during a city stroll that includes breweries, distilleries, cafes, and historic sites. See popular landmarks like the Basilica of St. Lawrence, Grove Arcade, and the Leaf Global Arts Center. Taste local beer and spirits during brewery and distillery visits. In lieu of a tour ticket, tip your guide whatever amount you find fair.

Take a spooky stroll through the streets of downtown Asheville on this ghost walking tour that helps you navigate at night safely. Your ghoulish guide will reveal some of the area’s hair-raising tales and dark history that you won't find in the guidebook, like the woman who haunts the Omni Grove Park Inn, the body entombed in the wall of the Basilica of St. Lawrence, and much more.

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.

Hike the best of the Blue Ridge Parkway on this guided day trip to three scenic waterfalls from Asheville. Take in views of the mountains as you tour the classic road in a comfortable van and hear stories about the area’s natural history and culture from your local guide. Watch for blooming laurels and rhododendron as you walk the easy to moderate trails through lush oak and hickory forests. Enjoy light refreshments along the way with plenty of time to relax by the falls before returning to Asheville.

See the historic and haunted sites of Old Salem. Go at your own pace. This tour is all outside and is self guided using our walking tour app. Go Anytime. For a fraction of the price. Explore the eerie side of this historic Moravian settlement, uncovering tales of restless spirits and unexplained phenomena. The app includes a built in EMF reader you can use anytime, included. The tour is all outside. You can go anytime, 24/7/365. It does not enter any buildings :)

Wilmington, North Carolina, was founded in the 1720s, which means that the city has over 300 years of colonial history and architecture scattered throughout its streets. Join a local for a guided tour of the city, learning about its history from settlement through today. You’ll also uncover the stories behind its architectural styles which range from Spanish Baroque to Neoclassical.

Explore the vibrant streets of Boone, NC, on this guided walking food tour, where local cuisine meets rich history. Indulge in tastings from beloved restaurants, bakeries, and breweries showcasing the flavors of the Blue Ridge Mountains. Discover captivating stories of Appalachian folklore and traditions as you stroll through scenic downtown Boone. Perfect for foodies and curious travelers, this tour supports local businesses while offering a fun and flavorful journey through the heart of the town. - 3-hour tour with up to 10 delicious stops - Sample a variety of local dishes and beverages - Learn about Boone's history and community connections - Optional Sips upgrade available for alcoholic beverages

Explore downtown Durham with a historian guide offering in-depth context on the city’s development. Learn how Durham evolved from a tobacco hub into a center for innovation, while viewing key architecture and cultural sights. Led by a museum professional, this walking tour provides clear, well-researched insights and a structured way to understand Durham beyond surface-level visits.

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.

Unveil the spine-chilling secrets of Wilmington on our top-rated ghost tour, where history's dark past comes to life! Stroll through streets rich with Southern charm and eerie tales of bloodshed and bizarre happenings. From deadly insurrections to supernatural legends, Wilmington Ghosts will lead you on a mile-long journey through haunted landmarks like the enigmatic Thalian Hall and the iconic Cotton Exchange. Join us for an unforgettable evening as we explore the most haunted spots in Wilmington, including the mysterious Water Street Retreats and the enchanting Wilmington Riverwalk. This in-person guided walking tour promises thrills and chills, immersing you in the ghostly tales that linger in the air. Please note that while we delve into the supernatural, we respect the privacy of residents and businesses, ensuring our journey remains on public paths. Experience the spine-tingling allure of Wilmington and discover why it’s a must-visit for ghost enthusiasts!

Set out on an unforgettable adventure through Raleigh’s eerie streets with our thrilling walking ghost tour! Led by a seasoned local guide who blends expert knowledge of haunted history with masterful storytelling, this tour will take you to the city's most haunted sites. As you wander through the district, uncover chilling tales of the lost colony of Sir Walter Raleigh and the ghostly echoes of Civil War battles. Each stop on this mile-long journey is steeped in intrigue and mystery. Stand on haunted ground at iconic sites like the State Capitol, White-Holman House, Haywood Hall, and the Executive Mansion. Though we can’t enter private buildings, the stories shared will transport you back in time, immersing you in the spectral presence that lingers. This tour offers more than just a walk—it’s an engaging experience that will leave you captivated and spooked. Join us for an evening of ghostly exploration and discover why Raleigh is known as one of the South’s most haunted cities!

Explore the history of the Gate City, a place without parallel in North Carolina or American history. Greensboro served as the southernmost stop of the underground railroad, hosted the largest textile mill on planet earth, and pioneered women's education. Hear the stories of Greensboro's amazing past and present on our guided walking tour of a selection of Greensboro's historical treasures.

Authentic Experience Our walking tours provide an immersive and authentic experience of Asheville’s brewery scene. By exploring the city on foot, you’ll gain a deeper connection with the local brewing culture and appreciate the character of each brewery. This genuine and personal encounter enriches your understanding of Asheville’s craft beer community.

Durham is a special site in the African American experience. The city served as a thriving hub of business and commerce, an economic refuge, and a symbol of progress. Visitors like W.E.B. DuBois and Booker T. Washington marveled at the city as a model for the black middle class, and it's no wonder why when you learn what Durham's African American population achieved: from the foundation of the largest black-owned company of the 20th Century to the formation of a brick-making juggernaut that physically built much of the city, and much, much more. Durham also hosts "Parrish Street", the best preserved "black business district" in the country, an attraction that leaves quite the impression. This tour is hosted by a local historian who wants to share his love of Durham's history with you. Travel between these sites and gain a new perspectives on the triumphs and challenges of Durham's history.

Explore the fascinating history of Uptown Charlotte like never before. Tread in the footsteps of the amazing figures who built the city, explore the fascinating historic architecture hidden between skyscrapers, and get to know the historic side of the city.

This tour focuses on the history of some of the strangest and most disturbing stories of true crime in the history of Raleigh. It is hosted by a local historian and veteran of the museum industry, which allows us to weave these stories from Raleigh's dark history into what makes the tour so special.

Explore Asheville's historic city center at your own pace and schedule on our smart phone guided tour on our walking tour app. Why take this to - Go at your own pace and schedule. The tour NEVER expires. - Stop anytime, get a drink, meal, explore, and continue when ready. - Listen again after taking it in person. - Professionally produced with top notch narration and music to set the atmosphere. We are going to pass many points of interest and I won’t be surprised – or upset – if you want to pause the tour and browse in one of the many unique shops or art galleries or if you want to stop and recharge at one of the great restaurants or bars. I’ll just wait patiently on the sidewalk and when you come back out, we will resume the tour when you are ready. Try doing that on a group tour!! Are you ready? I’ll meet you just outside the Asheville Art Museum at the blue orb at Pack Square.

Asheville’s music scene is off the charts, and you’ll explore its eclectic roots first-hand on this tour. Led by your local guide, you’ll hit up local and national venues, recording studios, listening cafes, and even a vinyl production facility. The tour ends with a walk around downtown and discounted tickets to Asheville’s famous Moogseum.

Explore spooky spots around Manteo in the Outer Banks on a night walking tour that brings you to fascinatingly eerie places you wouldn’t know about on your own. Listen to historic tales that leave your spine tingling while you visit a cemetery, a haunted theater, and haunted inns. Hear about the Roanoke Island ghost ship and other creepy tales.

As one of the oldest communities in North Carolina, Winston-Salem has lots of haunted history. Hear the stories and legends behind Winston-Salem sights on this historical ghost tour—it’s not too scary, so it’s appropriate for all ages. As you follow your guide through the West End Historic District by candlelight, you learn about the original settlement, Revolutionary War history, and the occasional ghost story that make Winston-Salem one of the most-visited destinations in North Carolina.

Go beyond the beaches and see how Manteo is one of the country’s most historic—and mysterious—places. Following your local guide, you’ll hear all about the “Lost Colony” of Roanoke, how pirates (like Blackbeard) lived and pillaged right here, the Underground Railroad, and more. In just one short excursion, you’ll traverse 400+ years of history at its wildest.

Uncover the sordid history of Charlotte, North Carolina as you embark on a walking tour and pub crawl through the historic district. Listen to your guide recount spooky stories of Charlotte's ghosts while you explore the area. This tour stops at several bars, where you can purchase drinks, as well as landmarks like the Dunhill Hotel and Old Settlers Cemetery.