Historic Music Scene Walking Tour in Asheville

5.0
(26 reviews)

2 to 3 hours (approximately)
Offered in: English

Explore Asheville’s Music Scene! Yesterday and Today! We will tell you about Asheville’s connections to members of national and regional Music Halls of Fame. You will learn the local venues for national touring acts, as well as, the spots for our area’s amazing local talent! We will discover Asheville’s historic Grove Arcade, Citizen-Times Building (AKA Citizens Vinyl) and the Flatiron Building. Learn about Asheville’s historic connection to the early days of America’s radio and record industries. After an informative walk around our historic city, the tour will finish at Asheville’s famous Moogseum: A first rate museum to Bob Moog and his historic Moog Synthesizers. Discount tickets will be available to continue your tour with the good folks at the Moogseum. A must see for all serious musicians!

What's Included

Discounts at Museum
Gratuities

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point
Harrah's Cherokee Center - Asheville

Your guide David will be standing in front of the building near the dancer statues in a blue T-shirt

End point
Moogseum

This is the Moogseum Museum!

Itinerary

Duration: 2 to 3 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    Moogseum

    You will be allowed discounted entry into the Moogseum

    20 minutes Admission ticket not included
  • Citizen Vinyl (Pass by)

    We will pass by Citizen Vinyl and learn about the history of the building and how they are pressing Vinyls there today!

    Admission ticket free
  • Jack of the Wood (Pass by)

    The spot for local bluegrass. We will talk about who has played here and who will be playing in the near future

    Admission ticket free
  • Asheville Yards (Pass by)

    Current music venue! We will talk about some big names that have played, tell you more about the space, and how you can best enjoy it!

    Admission ticket free
  • 2
    The Orange Peel

    Featured stop on the national R&B and Soul tours in the 60s and 70s! Talk about the history of the Orange Peel and what's there to visit now!

    5 minutes Admission ticket free
  • Wortham Center For The Performing Arts (Pass by)

    Great seating, great acoustics, still active theatre and music venue

    Admission ticket free
  • Pack Square (Pass by)

    Where many of Asheville's festivals and events are held in town!

    Admission ticket free

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
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by Asheville Free Walking Tours

Tags

Historical Tours
Art Tours
Walking Tours
Music Tours
Excellent Quality
Low Supplier Cancellation Rate
Low Last Minute Supplier Cancellation Rate
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

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

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