Charlotte's Ultimate Southern Charm Historical City Bus Tour

Overview

Available languages

English

Mobile ticket

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!

Additional Info

Wheelchair accessible

Service animals allowed

Public transportation options are available nearby

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

4 years old below are free of charge.

Dislaimer: Travel time with tour guide narration is included in the total duration of the tour

Children/infants under 8 must have a booster seat or car seat, we do NOT provide these.

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What‘s Included

15% off meal at Rí Rá Irish Pub and Restaurant with ticket from Southern Charm Rides!

We pick you up at 224 E. 7th Street at the front of the Market at 7th St.

Award winning, most in depth historical tour of Charlotte!

Perfect in all weather!

Service Dogs Allowed (must contact office to arrange)

Good ole Southern Hospitality!

VALIDATED/discounted parking!!!

Comfortable seating and air conditioning!

Kids 0-4 FREE !!!!

Guide

We follow NC seatbelt law with children.

Gratuities

booster seat or car seat

What To Expect

NASCAR Hall of Fame

The NASCAR Hall of Fame is a shrine to the history and heritage of NASCAR. You will get plenty of insights regarding this popular Hall of Fame.

5 minutes • Admission Not Included

The Bank Of America Stadium

We will see the Bank of America Stadium, home to the Carolina Panthers. The beautiful stadium is wonderful sight to behold and home to some of the best players in the NFL

5 minutes • Admission Not Included

Options

Charlotte's Ultimate Southern Charm Historical City Bus Tour

Reviews

4.90

49 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Golf cart city tour
254linseyd,
Oct 27, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Peyton was our tour guide for the golf cart city tour. She was super friendly and very informative! We had a good time and would definitely recommend this experience! It was a great way to cover a lot of ground in the city, that we wouldn't have been able to by walking around on our own.
Helpful and informative
heatherbS6344XL,
Oct 12, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Ms. Brenda was helpful, informative, and funny. We had trouble parking and were late. She called us to see if we were on our way and waited for our three-minute late arrival. She shared great information about Charlotte and had fun tidbits of information. Glad we did this!
Personal tour
673sandeed,
Oct 4, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00
Brenda, our guide was very informative and we learn much about the Charlotte area. The bus, however was difficult to look out of - trying to view many of the taller and interesting buildings
Great tour
Duane T,
Sep 25, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
You will get a great high level history lesson on the city if Chatlotte. Very fun tour. I would recommend the tour operator be provided a microphone to help with thise with hearing loss
Great historical tour!
rachellew923,
Sep 24, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Spent one day in Charlotte and chose this tour to get a quick history of the city and I'm glad I did it! Our guide was knowledgeable and passionate about the city. He answered our questions and it felt comfortable and fun. Definitely recommend!
Enjoyable and informative tour of Charlotte
Dimitri K,
Sep 7, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
I have been to Charlotte a couple of times but wanted to learn about the history and local areas, so I signed up for Charlotte’s ultimate southern charm Historical city bus tour. Todd was our driver and did a great job as our tour guide. He is Very knowledgeable and made the tour a fun experience. I am glad that I decided to sign up for the tour. I even went to one of the places he mentioned on the route for lunch and thoroughly enjoyed it. I would highly recommend this tour to friends when they visit Charlotte.
Southern Charm Experience! A+
Global01812035280,
Aug 27, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Todd was very friendly, very informative and knowledgeable about the history of Charlotte. He defiantly provided Southern Charm to this experience. My brother and I had a great time. A must do activity. Thanks so much Todd!
Outstanding tour guide and tour!
lisakM7094AI,
Aug 15, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
I had a fantastic time during my 90 minutes on this tour with Kayla. She is very knowledgeable, friendly, and navigated the tour route easily and safely. I am from the pacific northwest and was initially concerned about too much humidity and the hot temperatures since my tour began at 11:30 a.m. Most of this tour is from the comfort of an air conditioned veicle. I highly recommend this tour for anyone new to Charlotte. It's a great value and you'll get plenty of ideas of places to visit (many within walking distance) once the tour ends.
Fun Tour with great guide.
hogn8r,
Aug 12, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Caleb was a great tour guide. He knew his stuff. He took us all around uptown and explained everything. I especially liked riding in an air conditioned bus.
Brown Family
Felicia R,
Aug 8, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
Todd was a great tour guide. He was very knowledgeable of the area and made us feel comfortable. We learned a lot about Charlotte and the history of the city.