Charlotte Ghost Walking Tour - Smartphone guided audio/gps Tour at your own pace in Charlotte
Charlotte, United States

Charlotte Ghost Walking Tour - Smartphone guided audio/gps Tour at your own pace

Outty Ranking 59 4.1 · 15 traveler reviews0.6 hoursFrom $7

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59/100

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Traveler rating

4.1/5

Based on 15 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

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Is Charlotte Ghost Walking Tour - Smartphone guided audio/gps Tour at your own pace worth booking?

Charlotte Ghost Walking Tour - Smartphone guided audio/gps Tour at your own pace is a 0.6-hour experience in Charlotte, United States, from $7 per person. It scores 59 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look, based on a 4.1/5 rating across 15 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.

Outty Ranking
59 / 100
Rating
4.1/5 (15)
Duration
0.6 hours
From
$7 per person

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 th

What you get

    About this experience

    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.

    What's included

    Included

    • Smart Phone Guided Tour on our Walking Tour app
    • Go at your own pace and schedule

    Not included

    • It's all outside, on our app. No in person guide, no food, no water, no entrance tickets.

    What you'll see and do

    1. Old Settlers Cemetery

      The tour goes through the oldest cemetery in Charlotte and you'll hear the story of those buried here, and the grave robbers that once walked it's grounds.

      10 minutes here

    2. The tour stops outside of Founders hall and tells the story of the ghost that now walks it's halls.

      5 minutes here

    3. The tour stops outside of the pub and tells the story of the ghosts that haunt it's halls. Feel free to pause the tour and grab a drink.

      Pass by without stopping

    4. The tour stops outside the Dunhill, you'll learn it's history and the ghost of Dusty, among others, that reside there today.

      5 minutes here

    5. McGlohon Theater at Spirit Square

      the tour stops outside of the Theater, and you'll discover it's past, and who walks it's halls now.

      Pass by without stopping

    6. The tour goes to the site of the Tyron House Apartments Fire, and you'll hear why the building is so cheap, and the ghosts the walk it's halls.

      Pass by without stopping

    7. The tour stops outside of the McNinch House Restaurant and tells the story of Mattie

      Pass by without stopping

    8. The tour goes through old haunted Settlers Lane, the site of the old hanging tree.

      10 minutes here

    9. The tour stops at Alexander Michaels, a local tavern haunted by it's former owner.

      5 minutes here

    10. The bootlegger house, the tour stops outside and you'll hear it's history of bootlegging and being moved.

      Pass by without stopping

    Where it starts and ends

    Meeting point

    Charlotte

    The tour starts at the Old Settlers Cemetery on the Corner of North Poplar and West 5th. You will then walk through the cemetery and hear the story of the those buried there.

    Hotel pickup

    No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.

    Ends at

    The tour ends at the Bootleggers house, a few blocks from the start.

    Before you book

    Cancellation
    For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
    Languages
    en
    Ticket
    Mobile Only
    Runs on
    Every day
    Group size
    Up to 15 travelers per booking
    Operated by
    WalknTours

    Know before you go

    • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
    • Service animals allowed
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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    What travelers are saying

    Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 15 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.

    Knowledge and storytelling

    7 mentions

    Reviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.

    Traveler reviews

    15 verified traveler reviews for Charlotte Ghost Walking Tour - Smartphone guided audio/gps Tour at your own pace. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

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    Courtney_B · June 2026

    Nice downtown walking...

    Nice downtown walking tour! A couple places were no longer accessible (McGlohon Theatre under renovation, hanging tree stump may be gone now plus it's on fenced in private property). Still a worthwhile tour if you have an hour to kill, especially if you stop in at Alexander Michael's at the end!

    via Viator

    Maps583787 · June 2025

    Ok

    It was entertaining and a bit cheesy. Bt enjoyable and allowed you to wander around the city and learn a few bits of history.

    via Tripadvisor

    Lisa_W · April 2025

    Good tour, tricky instructions

    Don’t cross the street unless it tells you too. Some of the locations are discussed before it shows you the picture. Several pictures are out of date and some places don’t have signs to help you. It was a very interesting historical tour and I would do it again. It’s just a little tricky to follow some of the instructions.

    via Viator

    Lisa_B · March 2025

    Interesting and informative

    Just leave it playing, and you can casually walk to each point of interest. We had a great time learning more about Charlotte.

    via Viator

    constancet427 · March 2025

    Great Customer Service

    We were scheduled to take the walking tour and so excited to walk to each site and listen to the history. Unfortunately a family member had an accident the day before the tour and wound up going to an urgent care facility. We were unable to take the tour, but the host was so understanding and graciously refunded our cost for the tickets. I couldn’t ask for a nicer customer service. I hope to have another opportunity to visit and take this tour.

    via Tripadvisor

    Good to know

    Duration
    0.6 hours
    Free cancellation
    Up to 24h before
    Minimum age to book
    All ages
    Availability
    Bookable today
    Runs on
    Every day
    Hotel pickup
    No pickup, meet at start point
    Booked in 30 days
    5
    Verdict
    Worth a Look

    Why this scores 59

    The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.

    Traveler sentiment (30% weight)57
    Review evidence (18% weight)39
    Booking momentum (14% weight)30
    Value for money (12% weight)100
    Listing quality (10% weight)83
    Local standing (8% weight)21
    Booking flexibility (8% weight)100

    Charlotte Ghost Walking Tour - Smartphone guided audio/gps Tour at your own pace: questions travelers ask

    Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Charlotte.

    How much does Charlotte Ghost Walking Tour - Smartphone guided audio/gps Tour at your own pace cost?

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    Prices start at $7 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Charlotte usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.

    How long does Charlotte Ghost Walking Tour - Smartphone guided audio/gps Tour at your own pace take?

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    Plan for about 0.6 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Charlotte is not rushed.

    Is Charlotte Ghost Walking Tour - Smartphone guided audio/gps Tour at your own pace worth it?

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    It holds an Outty Ranking of 59 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.1/5 across 15 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Charlotte, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.

    Can I cancel or reschedule Charlotte Ghost Walking Tour - Smartphone guided audio/gps Tour at your own pace?

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    Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.

    Is Charlotte Ghost Walking Tour - Smartphone guided audio/gps Tour at your own pace suitable for kids and families?

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    Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 0.6-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.

    How far in advance should I book Charlotte Ghost Walking Tour - Smartphone guided audio/gps Tour at your own pace?

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    Around 5 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Charlotte can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.

    What should I bring or wear?

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    Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Charlotte and add a light layer if any part of the 0.6-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.

    Where does Charlotte Ghost Walking Tour - Smartphone guided audio/gps Tour at your own pace start and how do I get there?

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    The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Charlotte within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.

    What are the best things to do in Charlotte?

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    Charlotte offers NASCAR Hall of Fame and speedway experiences, uptown food and brewery tours, whitewater rafting at the US National Whitewater Center and Blue Ridge day trips. On Outty we rank every Charlotte experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Charlotte's Ultimate Southern Charm Historical City Cart Tour, Charlotte's Original Historical City Tour on Eco- Friendly Cart, 90 Minute Historic Uptown Neighborhood Segway Tour of Charlotte. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.

    When is the best time to visit Charlotte?

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    April to June and September to October. Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.

    How many days do you need in Charlotte?

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    Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.

    Do I book through Outty or through the operator?

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    Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.

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