Walk Charlotte’s Fourth Ward at your own pace with a smartphone-guided ghost tour that pairs cemetery lore, tavern stories, and downtown history. Flexible stops and atmospheric audio make this a good fit for solo explorers or small groups.
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A late-afternoon sun slants between brick facades as you stand at the corner of North Poplar and West 5th, phone in hand, the city’s slow hum pressing around the hush of Old Settlers’ Cemetery. Press play and a measured voice, edged with atmospheric music, begins to steer you through stones and stories; the app lets the blocks breathe between chapters so you decide when to linger for photos or a pint.
Difficulty
easy
Duration
35–75 minutes
Fitness Level
Light walking fitness; suitable for most people who can manage city sidewalks for up to an hour.
Wildlife
History
Old Settlers’ Cemetery is one of Charlotte’s oldest burial grounds and the tour ties cemetery stories to the city’s 19th- and early 20th-century urban growth and nightlife lore.
Conservation
Respect for gravestones and historic façades is important—avoid touching markers and follow local preservation signage; staying on sidewalks reduces wear on sensitive sites.
Reserve your spot on the Charlotte Ghost Walking Tour - Smartphone guided audio/gps Tour at your own pace today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Bring a charged phone and headphones
The tour runs in the WalknTours app and uses audio cues and music—bring a full charge or a battery pack to avoid interruptions.
Wear comfortable walking shoes
Expect paved sidewalks, curbs and some uneven stones in the cemetery—supportive footwear keeps the pace relaxed.
Respect marked property and grave sites
Stay on public paths in the cemetery and don’t climb or touch historic markers; many are fragile and protected.
Time your walk for light and safety
Dusk deepens the atmosphere but travel with a companion and stick to well-lit streets after sunset.
Smartphone with WalknTours app
Required to run the guided audio and GPS-triggered stops.
Headphones or earbuds
Improves clarity of narration and keeps ambient sound from disrupting others.
Portable battery pack
Extends your phone’s battery for longer explorations or additional photo time.
Light jacket or rain shell
Evening air and unpredictable weather in the Piedmont make a light layer useful.
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