Walk Springwood Cemetery with historic stories and photos
75-90 minutes
Guided walk, Historic photos
Discover Greenville history on a guided walk through Springwood Cemetery, led by "Big Chuck." Hear stories of early leaders, veterans, and notable residents as you explore this historic site.
This is not a ghost or paranormal tour. Tours run 75–90 minutes on Fridays and begin at the ornate historic front gate.
Full refund with 24 hours notice of cancellation. Full refund if the operator cancels due to weather or other unforeseen circumstances. No-shows will be charged the full price.
No. This is a historic walking tour (not a ghost or paranormal tour).
You’ll learn the origins of the cemetery, visit Confederate Park (including 80 graves of unknown Confederate soldiers), and hear more than two dozen stories about notable people connected to Greenville history. Your guide will also show historic photos during the walk.
John Nolan clearly knows his stuff when it comes to Greenville's history and food scene. Travelers consistently praise his enthusiasm and deep knowledge, with even longtime residents discovering new facts about their city. The variety of tours is impressive, from walking tours around Falls Park to driving options that work well for those with mobility concerns. Big Chuck gets mentioned specifically as another excellent guide who brings stories to life with genuine passion. The food tours seem to be the real standout here. People rave about the generous portions, quality restaurants (especially Table 301 venues), and how John weaves historical context throughout the culinary experiences. The BBQ tour and Chef's Table tour get particularly enthusiastic responses. What makes these tours special is the pacing and thoughtful details like historical photos, artifacts, and presentations in the van between stops. Multiple reviewers mention taking several tours and planning to return, which speaks volumes. One person noted a communication issue about a no-show, though this appears to be an isolated incident among otherwise glowing feedback.
The guide was amazing! Very professional and friendly.
Samuel Mayer
March 1, 2026
The guide was amazing! Very professional and friendly.
Samuel Mayer
March 1, 2026