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Winston-Salem African American History Tour

TourTruth score 8.6 out of 10

Very good

96 reviews · Rated on 1 provider · How we score

  • Winston Salem
  • 1 hr
  • Updated November 4, 2026

Walk Winston-Salem’s historic Depot Street neighborhood and hear the stories of African American leaders, businesses, and community landmarks.

About this tour

Winston-Salem’s African American community has shaped the city through generations of builders, doctors, activists, entrepreneurs, clergy, and leaders. On this guided Winston-Salem African American History Tour, walk through the historic Depot Street neighborhood and discover the stories held in its streets and buildings.

A knowledgeable guide leads you through this downtown neighborhood, sharing history researched and written by a professional historian. Hear about the Safe Bus Company, Goler AME Zion Church, African American businesses of the early 20th century, and the R.J. Reynolds Tobacco Strike. Along the way, learn about the achievements and contributions that helped shape Winston-Salem. The tour lasts one hour and is conducted in English; guests under 21 are welcome.

Meet at Fair Witness, at the start of the historic Depot Street neighborhood, and bring comfortable shoes and water. Join this Winston-Salem African American History Tour to connect the city’s landmarks with the people and experiences behind them.

Highlights

  • Explore the historic Depot Street neighborhood
  • Hear stories of African American builders, doctors, activists, and entrepreneurs
  • Discover the Safe Bus Company, Goler AME Zion Church, and early Black businesses
  • Learn about the R.J. Reynolds Tobacco Strike

What's included

Included

  • Guided tour of the Depot Street neighborhood and its historic buildings and community

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Important information

  • Meeting point: Fair Witness, 290 4th St E, Winston-Salem, NC 27101
  • Alcohol is not part of the activities
  • Guests under 21 are welcome
  • Wear comfortable shoes
  • Bring water
  • Alcohol and drugs are listed in the source information

Frequently asked questions

Where does the tour start?

The tour starts at Fair Witness, 290 4th St E, Winston-Salem, NC 27101.

How long is the tour?

The tour lasts 1 hour.

What language is the tour in?

The live guide speaks English.

Are guests under 21 welcome?

Yes. Guests under 21 are welcome.

Is alcohol part of the tour?

No. Alcohol is not part of the activities.

How this score is calculated

This score is based on one provider. GetYourGuide rates it 4.81 from 96 reviews. We place that rating among all GetYourGuide ratings and weight it by its review count. If the tour is found on another provider later, both ratings are combined.

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  • Tours with few reviews are pulled toward the average until more reviews come in, so a handful of perfect reviews can't top the list.
  • The result is shown from 0 to 10: this tour scores 8.6.

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