Downtown Asheville Tip-Based Sightseeing Walking Tour

4.8
(346 reviews)

2 hours (approximately)
Offered in: English and 2 more

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.

What's Included

Beer Tasting at Twisted Laurel
2-Hour Sightseeing Guided Walking Tour of Asheville
Private tour of Leaf Global Arts Center
Public & Private Tour Options Available
Only private tours operate in Spanish/Portuguese/French
Free Artwork from Local Artist Shipped directly to your house!
Follow along the Urban Trail, a walking tour of the city's historical sites
Popcorn
Beer Sample at Archetype (tickets provided at the end)
Gratuities

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Pack's Tavern (in Pack Square) 20 S Spruce St Asheville, NC 28801 Your Guide will be waiting outside of Pack's Tavern under the trees. Please plan to arrive 10-15 minutes prior to tour start time to allow for parking.

End point

We will end at the Flat Iron Building and all guests will receive beer tickets to take on to Twin Leaf Brewery for their discount beers :)

Itinerary

Duration: 2 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    Grove Arcade

    Walkthrough beautiful Grove Arcade and provide tips for unique bars and restaurants inside.

    5 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 2
    Pack Square

    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.

    25 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 3

    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.

    Admission ticket free
  • 4

    Taste a local beverage called the Salt Face Mule! *Only 2pm guests

    10 minutes Admission ticket included
  • 5
    Basilica of Saint Lawrence

    Discuss the background and artwork surrounding this historic structure.

    5 minutes Admission ticket free
  • YMI Cultural Center (Pass by)

    An African-American Cultural Venue with art and history exhibits.

    Admission ticket free
  • 6
    Pritchard Park

    Pass by Wall street to arrive at Pritchard Park and discuss Drum Circle and local Buskers!

    5 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 7

    Stop in to check out the quaint shop and enjoy some free popcorn!

    5 minutes Admission ticket included

Additional info

  • 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
Supplied by Asheville Free Walking Tours

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Walking Tours
Food & Drink
Excellent Quality
Best Conversion
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Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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