Please call the office at (980) 295-8041 to book directly and avoid extra booking fees, and mention our 10% off coupon.
If it looks like we're full, call for extra tour times and we can get you booked!



Southern Charm Historical Tour of uptown Charlotte, NC
Our carts are new and extremely comfy! We offer heated/regular blankets when temps are below 60 degrees as of November 14, 2025!
AWARD-WINNING HISTORICAL TOUR, rated #1 in Charlotte.
Also try our thrilling Haunted/True Crime tour on our luxurious limo golf carts! Give your legs a rest, and your mind a scare!
Historical and Haunted Tours are 90 minutes on cart and bus!
Reserve your spot today!
Get 15% OFF Meals, drinks excluded, at Rí Rá Irish Pub with Southern Charm Ride Ticket.
It's Poppin! Gourmet Kettle Korn will give $1 off their "All 3 Fresh Fruit Waters" (free refills included, located inside the Market at 7th Street)
$2 off of double scoop at Social Cow inside Market at 7th Street with proof of purchase of a Southern Charm Rides ticket
Discounted/validated parking (Market at 7th Street Parking Garage attached to the Market only, must bring parking ticket to tour guide). In case of events, let the Parking Garage know you're there for the market.
Haunted
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True Crime Tours
Starting April 3rd, every Friday and Saturday at 7:30pm on bus and cart!
Come join us on a thrilling evening in Charlotte as we recount the spooky tales that haunt the city!
Hop on our limo carts or bus as we travel to the areas where cases of true crime took place! Hear and see the authentic stories unfold and the deep secrets of Charlotte revealed, leaving a deep chill down your spine!
Narrated by a true Southern Charm guide!


True Southern Charm
Adult tickets are $39 and Children(5-12) are $29 for Historical Tours, Children 4 and under ride free!
We care about our children! It is NC Law for all children to be in a car seat or booster based on age/weight. At Southern Charm Rides, safety is important!
A FIVE STAR COMPANY!
Hop on our luxurious and comfortable open-air, limo golf carts to see why we're the best historical tour in Charlotte. Our carts are brand new, comfortable, and smooth riding! We are at the Market at 7th street where you will also find food vendors, souvenir shop, wine shop, restrooms, and ticket validation/discounted parking in the parking garage attached to the Market!
We give in-depth historical information dating back to the 1700s. Learn where Elvis and many other famous stars stayed, how the Queen City got its name, travel to the Fourth Ward neighborhood from the 1800s, learn about gold mining and tales of mystery throughout the cities' history. You'll even learn about the “medicine man,” the first hospital, and the original Bootlegger house.
We do stop for pictures! We are the TRUE SOUTHERN CHARM!
We also show modern sites such as the Bank of America Stadium, home of the Carolina Panthers, Truist Ball Field, NASCAR Hall of Fame, Romare Bearden Park, and many restaurants!
We will also travel down the main street in the center city showing you buildings, old and new, art, museums, restaurants (sometimes a sample), and many more landmarks.
Don’t just take our word for it, read our reviews! Our tours have been the highlight of the trip for many travelers, even Charlotte residents, who have stated they had no idea of the depth of the historical information.
Our tours operate in all types of weather so please dress warm! On cold and rainy days we prioritize our bus, but will refund or reschedule for severe weather conditions.
Haunted/True Crime Tours
You can also now book our new haunted/true crime tours! Come see the historic Fourth Ward, travel into a chilling graveyard, learn of the spirits that still linger the uptown Charlotte area as well as visit true crime areas to learn chilling authentic stories! We are the only motorized Haunted/True crime tour in Charlotte!
If you are interested in doing groups, private events, and private tours please call us for rates and scheduling.
Please arrive 10 minutes early for your tours as they depart promptly as scheduled
REMINDER: Guests 16 and under are required by North Carolina law to wear seat belts. Small children (under 8 years old or under 80 pounds) and infants are required to have car/booster seats, which must be supplied by the customer as the company will NOT supply them. Children will not be permitted to ride if they do not have the required car/booster seat and a refund will not be provided.
Disclaimers:
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If you book separately, please call or e-mail to let us know as you may not be seated on the same cart.
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If your group requires more than one cart, we will keep additional carts together as group or can use bus upon request.
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If booking a bus tour, please call about wheelchair access.
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In the event of rain or poor weather, we use our bus in place of the golf carts.
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Guests who are inebriated or intoxicated will not be allowed on tour, and will be not be allowed a refund.

Tour the Four Wards
The color of our golf carts represents the colors associated with the Four Wards of Charlotte. Take a tour with us to learn more about each of the wards and the rich history they share!
Contact Us
If you have any questions or would like to request a specialized tour please contact us!
224 E. 7th St. Charlotte, NC, USA
(980) 295-8041







