Downtown Asheville Tip-Based Sightseeing Walking Tour
Description
Discover the best of Asheville on this 2-Hour Public or Private Guided Sightseeing Walking Tour with Local Guide. As you take in some of the historical city sites and learn about the best places to eat, drink and play, we will provide a map with discounts all over town, including a beer tasting and some free artwork! This tip-based tour allows you to pay what you think it’s worth in the end! You will learn how Asheville became the unique, quirky city you see now and what we are doing to "Keep Asheville Weird." Your Local Guide will lead you along the Urban Trail, passing by top sites such as the S&W cafeteria, Basilica of St Lawrence, and Grove Arcade. Stop along the way for private tour of Leaf Global Arts Center. Tastings are provided by local businesses who provide them when open/available. On the private tours only, we will explore the secret tunnels of Pack's Tavern Restaurant! These tunnels were a part of Asheville's underground clandestine routes used during Prohibition.
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Itinerary
Walkthrough beautiful Grove Arcade and provide tips for unique bars and restaurants inside.
We will discuss the history of Pack Square and the unique architecture that surrounds us! We will then walk down Patton and Haywood road, discovering all of the historical monuments on the way to the Basilica.
Your guide will lead you along the Urban Trail, stopping along the way to sample some local spirits and beer, as well as a donut from Underground Cafe.
Taste a local beverage called the Salt Face Mule! *Only 2pm guests
Discuss the background and artwork surrounding this historic structure.
An African-American Cultural Venue with art and history exhibits.
Pass by Wall street to arrive at Pritchard Park and discuss Drum Circle and local Buskers!
Stop in to check out the quaint shop and enjoy some free popcorn!
Highlights
What's included
Traveller Ratings
Important Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Pets allowed
Reviews(378)
Joe was a very informative tour guide. He gave us a lot of suggestions on places to visit and the best places to get good food. He took his time and answered any questions we had. We had a good time
Where good walking shoes! Peter was a very knowledgeable man! Get to downtown Ashville, it needs you!
Fun and informative way to learn about the city in just a couple of hours!
Leslie was awesome and the tour was the perfect introduction to Asheville. She asked us what we were interested in and gave us so much great information about what to do and where to go. Book this one, you won’t be disappointed!
Leah was a great tour guide. She was very knowledgeable about the city and the history of Ashville. We learned a lot and enjoyed the sights!
We enjoyed Asheville, and our guide Peter! He explained a lot about the history and the immense diversity in the area. It was completely unique and interesting. He is definitely a true believer and an excellent spokesperson for the area. It was obvious how much the whole of Asheville meant to him. We would definitely like to take another trip to the area and spend more time exploring and trying all the unique types of cuisine that is offered. Thank you!!
Peter was an incredible tour guide and we learned so much during the 2 hours. Asheville has a rich history that you wouldn’t know until joining this tour and I would highly recommended to everyone!
It was okay. Too much info about music scene (of artists no one in the group knew of) over the years, just various name-dropping—not many stories. The few stories he told were actually okay, though. It just went on and on; it would’ve been better at a hour. Cost 10 bucks, but we tipped 30 bucks out of guilt. I should have bought a better tour. My time is more valuable than this. A lot of standing around, not much movement.
Very informative and learned about the history of Asheville and the architecture. Our guide was very nice and very knowledgeable and answered any questions we had.
We really enjoyed our tour with Joe. He is friendly, engaging and shared lots of wonderful history and tips about Asheville. I would recommend this as a nice way to learn more about the area when visiting.
