Things to Do in Charlotte

Experience unforgettable adventures in Charlotte with expert guides in charming classic looking vintage carts. Feel the dynamism and knowledge of our guides as they whisk you through Queen City.

Our location at Concord Mills is right by countless eating and retail options, perfect for pairing an escape room with a day or night out. Some of our fave places to eat include On The Border and Razzoo's Cajun Cafe. The Escape Game Concord features 5 unique themes including The Depths, one of our newest escape rooms, and Prison Break, our most challenging game. Each family-friendly option includes multiple rooms and can hold up to 8 players, except for Playground, which can hold up to 12 players. These adventures offer a one-of-a-kind premium experience. Follow clues and solve puzzles to complete your mission together. We offer the best escape rooms and the fastest customer support. Come see why our escape rooms win awards.

Watch a shark frenzy, stroke a sea star and learn how to protect the oceans

Explore Charlotte by van and discover the city's most popular destinations and trendy neighborhoods. As you drive through the city, your guide will tell you about its rich and exciting history.

The Private Picnic Experience is a great way to unplug, relax, and learn a little about the Queen City. It is the perfect addition to a stay or a wonderful way to explore what's right in your own backyard. We cordially invite you to spend a relaxing afternoon or evening at the park with breathtaking views of Uptown Charlotte while indulging in refreshing beverages. We also provide a variety of couples activities to help you relax and reconnect. This is a private experience. Only guests in your party will participate.

Discover the city of Charlotte on a fun and educational sightseeing tour on an eco-friendly cart. Learn about the city's history, character, local life, and architecture.

Sightseeing, breweries and live music on LaZoom's original purple bus! With its unique design, the bus doubles as a vibrant venue, complete with a stage for live bands playing throughout the ride. Guests can sip their favorite beer or wine (BYOB) on board, making it a one-of-a-kind experience where the fun never stops, even between brewery visits. It’s a perfect mix of great music, craft beer, and a lively atmosphere you won’t find anywhere else. LaZoom has been operating comedy and beer tours in Asheville NC since 2008 - be one of the first to experience it in Charlotte! Ages 21+ ONLY parties of 16 or more - please call for availability.

Discover freakish tales and restless spirits on this chilling, haunted walking tour through Charlotte. Visit the site of the Battle of Charlotte and learn about spirits from Ireland.

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.

Step into the captivating realm of illusions, where reality is never exactly as it appears.

An immersive clue-solving adventure around Uptown Charlotte. Search for real-world clues, solve puzzles, and discover the neighborhood with an experience you'll never forget! Reschedule anytime with no fees. It's a scavenger hunt, escape room, and urban crawl all-in-one. Follow the storyline around town as you find clues and use them to crack codes. Then enter solutions on the app to find out where to go next. Clues can be anywhere - murals, statues, landmarks, and more! Plan on about two hours of playtime, depending on your experience level and how much time you spend exploring along the way. Difficulty level is adjustable - take as many or as few hints as you’d like! Bookings made a week or more in advance receive their kit in the mail. Bookings made less than a week in advance will pick up their kit at the start point on the day of the adventure - exact pickup location is sent after booking.

Charlotte is a well-kept secret. Join our easy Segway tour and we'll give you an overview of a modern city with a historic past and a love of culture. See new museums, public works of art, skyscrapers and the historic quarter.

Welcome to Charlotte, North Carolina, better known as the "Queen City". Come and explore this beautiful city and learn about the Queen of African and mixed heritage from which the city was named. See the sites of a once historic thriving Black neighborhood and come to understand how African Americans were critical in building the city and the wealth tied to it.

One-hour, one-mile guided loop of the Center City featuring Charlotte History, Arts, Sports, & Culture. What makes Charlotte unique. Best first stop for visitors + new residents. Let us introduce CLT!

The most unique watersport experience, flight over water. We are with you every step of the way. Our instructors are in the water with you guiding you through the fundamentals of efoiling. Gliding across the water is truly a feeling like no other. You will not be disappointed.

Discover the charm of Uptown Charlotte on a guided Rydables tour. Choose your favorite ride, whether it’s a unicorn, dragon, or elephant, and cruise through the heart of the Queen City.

Individuals under the age of 21 are not permitted. Hey there! Are you looking for an exciting way to spend a day or night out with friends or family? Look no further than GC Br Crawl while enjoy the beautiful city of Charlotte, NC on our chariot! We can seat up to 5 people. The total duration of the tour includes travel time. Our Mixer Beer Crawl Tours are in Uptown and make two to three stops (15-25 minute each) along the way. Your driver will customize the route each time based on the riders and requests. The driver will sit outside outside at each location. You may choose to release the driver anytime if you do not wish to continue the tour. Who knows - you might even catch a glimpse of the city's iconic landmarks along the way. But the real magic happens when the Chariot turns into a karaoke machine. Can seat up to 5 people. So what are you waiting for? Book your GC Beer Craw today now.

Defy gravity in a state-of-the-art wind tunnel in Charlotte and feel the thrill of a simulated skydive. Freefall in safety, and experience the thrill of an indoor flight.

For travelers who appreciate the hospitality, Burton provides transportation and concierge services. The experience with Burton is different because of seamless reservations, luxury options, and team consistency.

Feel the excitement of live NFL football with this ticket to a Carolina Panthers home game at Bank of America Stadium in Charlotte. Witness non-stop action and be part of the electric atmosphere.

Lip Print Beauty Bar Charlotte is pleased to offer such a unique activity. Lip Print Beauty Bar Charlotte gives guests the chance to make the perfect lipstick or lip gloss shade. No need to search the makeup aisle at the beauty store for the perfect lip color when you can create it to your liking and preferences at Lip Print Beauty Bar Charlotte!

Discover the city of Charlotte on a guided Segway tour. Learn about the city's history, from the Revolutionary War to the present day, and see the center city's top attractions.

Nightly tours 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 best 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 bus, 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, theaters, and much more! See areas where many have spotted spirits walking among us! We hope to see you soon!

Discover the haunted history of Charlotte on a guided tour. Explore the city on a Rydable scooter with a training session included.

Private transfers provide a terrific way to get between the airport and your hotel. There's no waiting in taxi lines or making multiple shuttle stops. There's just the relaxed and stress-free transportation of a late-model vehicle and a professional chauffeur that will get you safely to your destination.

Tour the lively city of Charlotte on a fun and pioneering Segway. The ideal way to explore North Carolina’s “Queen City,” the 2-hour guided tour will give you a comprehensive overview of Uptown Charlotte's history and culture.

The 3-vineyard wine tour by NC Wine Gals offers a delightful 6-hour experience that combines local wines with a gourmet lunch in North Carolina's Yadkin Valley. The tour includes visits to three top-rated vineyards, a substantial charcuterie board with a glass of wine, at the first 2 vineyards and a tasting/flight of 6–10 wines at the final vineyard. Transportation is provided in a 15-passenger Ford Transit van, accommodating 4–12 guests.

Discover the history of Charlotte on a guided walking tour of the city. Learn about the city's history from its colonial origins to the modern day.

What Sets Chakra Walks Apart: Chakra Walks is more than a walking tour — it’s a mindful, energy-aligned journey through America’s most spiritually resonant cities. Each self-guided PDF is handcrafted to align with the seven chakras, combining location-based intention with prompts for grounding, reflection, and inner clarity. Unlike standard tours, Chakra Walks empowers you to explore at your own pace while deepening your spiritual awareness. Each route includes a chakra-aligned map, crystal recommendations, affirmations, and journaling cues — no app required, no guide needed. 60+ Cities to choose from, more added monthly! See our list at chakrawalks.com.

Explore Charlotte’s storied past on an after-dark walking tour. Discover the city’s history, architecture, and legends as you stroll through Uptown Charlotte with a local guide.

Give us one-hour, we share the highlights of Charlotte History, Arts, Sports and Culture. A fun, fast-paced guided loop of the Center CIty, we travel from sports stadiums to museums, world-headquarter corporate lobbies, art mural alleys and museums. Everything we want to know about Charlotte in fascinating settings - and in just one hour!

Hop on an electric cart for a Private tour of Charlotte's microbreweries and pubs. Sit back and relax with your friends as you're whisked away to some of Charlotte's best Nightlife spots!

Our Rydables tour will entertain your entire family - from toddlers to grandparents on a fun guided tour of Uptown Charlotte! A toddler on up to 8-9 years old can ride with an adult. Most 10 and up can operate one on their own. We start with a training session so that customers can get used to driving the easy-to-operate Rydables. When everyone is a comfy, we'll take off single file on a one-of-a-kind exploration of the city. INDULGE YOUR INNER CHILD as you whiz through our parks and historic areas. Laugh and learn as you take in the sites of our gorgeous urban center!

Discover the history of Charlotte on a guided walking tour. Learn about the city's transformation from a humble trading post to a thriving hub of banking empires.

Buzz through Charlotte’s hopping Uptown neighborhood on this Segway tour of North Carolina’s biggest city! NO EXPERIENCE NECESSARY (but participants must weigh at least 100 lbs. and can't be expecting a baby). We thoroughly and carefully train each guest BEFORE the 1.5 tour begins. It's FUN and EASY! Follow your local guide as you glide throughout the city, viewing our unique architecture, art, parks, and historic spaces. Our city has a fascinating history, and you can see it all UP CLOSE on a Segway! Choose either a 1.5- hr or 2-hour ride (the longer tour has limited availability). This is a GREAT, POPULAR tour of Uptown Charlotte, however we are often unable to accommodate guests who arrive late. PROMPT ARRIVAL IS A MUST FOR THIS TOUR. THANK YOU!!!

Experience a seamless and stress-free transfer from Charlotte Douglas International Airport with our premier transportation service, offering modern vehicles and professional drivers.

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!

Experience the pinnacle of luxury and safety with Burton's executive transportation, featuring a diverse fleet and state-of-the-art technologies.

Hello there! Are you searching for a fun and exciting way to spend a day or night out with your friends or family? Look no further than Live Karaoke Ride in the beautiful city of CLT, NC. Hop on our chariot and enjoy a unique experience with seating for up to 5 people. Please note that individuals under the age of 18 are not allowed after sunset. Picture yourself sipping on a cold drink while taking in the sights and sounds of CLT from a different perspective. The length of your experience depends on how many people are singing and how many songs you choose to belt out as you cruise through the city. You can sing your heart out in the carriage's open-air seating area or simply relax and enjoy the ride while listening to your favorite tunes. Who knows, you might even catch a glimpse of some of the city's famous landmarks along the way. But the real fun begins when the chariot transforms into a karaoke machine, providing entertainment for up to 5 people.

Learn how to make sushi like a pro with a hands-on cooking class. Master the art of sushi making as you prepare 2 classic rolls: a spicy tuna roll and a vegetable roll.

LaZoom's Ghosted Tour is no ordinary ghost tour—it’s a rolling theatre show packed with humor, spooky history, and thrilling surprises. This is one of the top Charlotte tours that combines professional actors, hilarious storytelling, and real haunted locations to create a one-of-a-kind adventure for locals and tourists alike. LaZoom has been operating comedy and beer tours in Asheville NC since 2008 - be one of the first to experience it in Charlotte! Ages 17+ ONLY. Parties of 16 or more - please call for availability.

Join a local chef at a brewery in Charlotte for a hands-on pasta-making class. Learn how to make fresh pappardelle pasta from scratch and enjoy a glass of craft beer.

Smooth, extra cushion, new golf cart. The TRUE “Southern Charm Rides” tour! Be sure it’s “ultimate” you choose. Pick up at Market at 7th St, restrooms, drinks, snacks, discounted parking, souvenir shop. 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 1700s, 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 and historical bus tour.

Choose your own adventure on a 5-hour private, customizable party tour. Planning a bachelor or bachelorette party, birthday party, or an outing for your coworkers? Relax and cruise around the city!

Trolley Pub is a, pedal-powered, eco-friendly, pub-crawling pedal bar for up to 15 people at a time. The Trolley Pub is powered by you and your fellow pedalers, with an electric assist motor for the hills. It’s hard not to smile on the Trolley Pub. If you don’t have enough people for a full beer bike tour, or you prefer to socialize with other people, you can purchase public Tickets (individual seats). All Charlotte public Tours are in South End and make two stops (15-20 minute each) along the way. Your driver will customize the route each time based on the riders and requests.

If the weather forecast is expecting rain you can book a tour on our Shuttle Bus! Join us for a 90 min historical city tour of all 4 wards of uptown Charlotte. Our experienced guides can’t wait to show you our beautiful city and tell you all about its history. Expect to see historical churches, court houses, hotels, museums, theaters, homes dating back to as early as 1867 and more. For our sports fans we drive pass the Nascar Hall of Fame, the Spectrum Center (home of the Charlotte Hornets), Bank of America Stadium (home of the Carolina Panthers and Charlotte FC), and Truist Field (home of the Charlotte Knights). Queen City Rides is Charlotte’s original eco-friendly cart tour and has been providing the best tours in Charlotte for over 7 years and we are so excited for you to join us! Our carts are non-lifted, low to the ground and are very easy to get on and off. They are equipped with thick cushioned seats and seat belts. Kids under 5 ride FREE!!

Join us on an unforgettable brewery tour experience in Charlotte, NC! Discover why our tour is truly unique as you indulge in a VIP experience led by an expert beer guide. Learn the intricate art of beer-making and delve into the fascinating history of this beloved beverage. Embark on a flavor-packed journey through Charlotte's best breweries, where you'll sample the finest beers paired with a mouthwatering BBQ platter. Savor each sip as you explore the diverse flavors and styles that make Charlotte's craft beer scene one of a kind. Don't miss out on this exciting opportunity to sip, savor, and explore with us on our exclusive brewery walking tour. Book your spot now and get ready for a day filled with beer, BBQ, and unforgettable memories!

This guided 4 hour tour by 7 passenger golf cart is a fun way to get a unique perspective of our city. Charlotte has an incredible selection of local bars and microbreweries throughout the city and the scene is quickly growing. This is is a private tour on an electric cart that can hold up to 7 passengers that is limited to Uptown and Southend Neighborhoods of Charlotte! You can choose the stops or ask your guide for some fun suggestions!

Hope on and join us for a 90 min historical city tour through all 4 wards of uptown Charlotte. Our experienced guides can’t wait to show you our beautiful city and tell you all about its history. Expect to see historical churches, court houses, hotels, museums, theaters, homes dating back to as early as 1867 and more. For our sports fans we drive pass the Nascar Hall of Fame, the Spectrum Center (home of the Charlotte Hornets), Bank of America Stadium (home of the Carolina Panthers and Charlotte FC), and Truist Field (home of the Charlotte Knights). This tour is done in a heated/air-conditioned 13 passenger shuttle bus. Queen City Rides has been providing some of the best tours in Charlotte for over 7 years and we are so excited for you to join us! Meeting location is one block from the Light Rails Trade street station. Public parking garages are conveniently located on E 5th Street where we meet. Please arrive 10 minutes early!

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.