Guided Tours in Winston-Salem

Winston-Salem is a city worth exploring from every angle. Whether you’re drawn to local history, ghost stories, or great food, these are the guided tours in Winston-Salem worth booking.

Updated September 2026

Carolina History & Haunts

Learn about Winston-Salem’s spookiest stories on a lantern-lit tour!

DETAILS | Meets at the corner of W. 5th Street and Summit Street NW on Thursday–Sunday evenings; tours run approximately 1.5 hours with 1 mile of walking

• West Endings Tour | Take a stroll through West End, with stops at the Zevely House and the site of the ill-fated Hotel Zinzendorf.

Triad Cultural Arts

Founded in 2007, Triad Cultural Arts offers multiple tours highlighting Black history and culture.

DETAILS | Vary based on the tour

• Black History Tours | Discover Winston-Salem’s Black history and culture with Triad Cultural Arts on walking, trolley, or bus tours!

Taste Carolina

What better way to explore a city than through its food? Taste Carolina runs tours in 8 NC cities, including right here in Winston-Salem.

DETAILS | Meets at Mozelle’s (878 W 4th Street) on Saturday morning; tours run 2.5–3 hours with 1.5 miles of walking; other times available by request

• Downtown Tasting Tour | Get a taste of Winston-Salem at local favorites like Betty on Burke, Little Pep, Heff’s, Footnote, and Joyner’s. They can accommodate most dietary restrictions!

MUSE Winston-Salem

While this local community history museum prepares to officially open to the public, it’s offering historical walking tours!

DETAILS | Meets at Muse Winston-Salem (226 S. Liberty Street); tours run approximately 2 hours

• Semiquincentennial Stroll | Celebrate 250 years of America by exploring Winston-Salem’s history, from its colonial roots to the modern day.
• Downtown Architectural Walking Tour | Learn about the history and design of key downtown locations like the Loewy Building, Merschel Park, and the Nissen Building.

Triad ECO Adventures

Looking for unique ways to see the city? Triad ECO Adventures has you covered with trolley, Segway, and e-bike tours!

DETAILS | Trolley tour pick-up locations vary; all Segway and e-bike tours start at 176 YWCA Way; tours run approximately 2 hours

• Twin City Trolley Tour | See popular landmarks, architecture, and historical sites like Old Salem, the Graylyn Estate, and the Arts District.
• Hot Dog Tasting Tour | Hop on a trolley to visit some of the Triad’s most famous hot dog joints, including P.B.’s Takeout, Doss’, and Kermit’s!
• Moravian Cookies Trail Tour | Learn about (and taste!) the history of North Carolina’s state cookie on this trolley tour.
• Downtown Loop | Ride an e-bike from Old Salem to Innovation Quarter, learning how Winston-Salem has repurposed buildings into retail spaces, restaurants, and museums.
• Totally Salem Tour | Explore the city’s historic district on a Segway, including stops at Salem Academy and College, God’s Acre, and the site of the first Krispy Kreme!

Triangle Walking Tours

Created by Andrew Nason in 2023, this tour company offers tours in many of North Carolina’s major cities.

DETAILS | Meet at Fair Witness on Saturdays afternoons; tours run 1 hour, with 0.6–0.8 miles of walking

• African American History Tour | Discover the history of the Depot Street neighborhood and its African American community.
• Downtown Historic Tour | Explore Winston-Salem’s industrial and civic development, including the original R.J. Reynolds Tobacco Factory and the Liberty Street historic district.
• True Crime Tour | Uncover Winston-Salem’s strangest and most tragic true crime stories, from cults and unsolved murders to family tragedies.

Make sure you also check out our guide on unique ways to explore Winston-Salem!