Cocktails, Views and Local Stories in Asheville Rooftop Tour

What's Included

Meeting and pickup

Itinerary

• 1
  Asheville

  Downtown Asheville is known for its vibrant blend of historic architecture, mountain scenery, local art, music, and award-winning food and drink culture. During the tour, guests stroll through the heart of the city while exploring Asheville’s famous Art Deco buildings, rooftop skyline views, and lively entertainment districts. Along the way, guides share fascinating stories about Asheville’s history, including the city’s rise as a mountain tourism destination, the influence of George Vanderbilt and the Grove Park Inn, Asheville’s creative spirit, and the transformation of downtown into one of the Southeast’s most celebrated cultural and culinary destinations. From rooftop patios overlooking the Blue Ridge Mountains to lively streets filled with music, restaurants, breweries, and historic landmarks, downtown Asheville offers a uniquely energetic yet relaxed mountain-city atmosphere unlike anywhere else in the region.

  3 hours • Admission ticket free
• Grove Arcade (Pass by)

  The historic Grove Arcade is one of downtown Asheville’s most recognizable architectural landmarks and an important part of the city’s cultural history. Originally opened in 1929 during Asheville’s early tourism boom, the building was designed as one of America’s first indoor public markets and remains a centerpiece of downtown Asheville today.

  Admission ticket free
• Blue Ridge Mountains (Pass by)

  The Blue Ridge Mountains provide the breathtaking backdrop for Asheville Rooftop Bar Tours and are one of the region’s most iconic natural attractions. From select rooftop venues throughout downtown Asheville, guests enjoy panoramic views of the surrounding mountain ranges, including unforgettable sunsets, layered blue ridgelines, and seasonal scenery that changes throughout the year.

  Admission ticket free
• The Flat Iron Hotel (Pass by)

  The Flat Iron Building is one of Asheville’s most iconic architectural landmarks and a symbol of the city’s historic downtown skyline. Completed in 1927 during Asheville’s booming tourism era, the uniquely shaped Art Deco-inspired building was designed to resemble the famous Flatiron Building in New York City and quickly became one of downtown Asheville’s most recognizable structures.

  Admission ticket free
• Pack Square (Pass by)

  Pack Square is the historic and cultural heart of downtown Asheville and has served as the city’s central gathering place for generations. Surrounded by historic architecture, local businesses, public art, and important civic landmarks, the square reflects Asheville’s unique blend of mountain history, creativity, and community spirit.

  Admission ticket free
• Thomas Wolfe Memorial (Pass by)

  The Thomas Wolfe Memorial preserves the childhood home of legendary American author Thomas Wolfe, whose writings helped place Asheville on the literary map. Located in the historic “Old Kentucky Home” boardinghouse in downtown Asheville, the site inspired Wolfe’s famous autobiographical novel Look Homeward, Angel and offers a glimpse into Asheville during the early 20th century.

  Admission ticket free
• The Omni Grove Park Inn & Spa (Pass by)

  From select rooftop venues, travelers will enjoy panoramic views of Asheville’s legendary Grove Park Inn while learning about the historic resort’s fascinating connection to the city and the Blue Ridge Mountains. Guides share stories about the inn’s construction, famous guests, architecture, and its role as one of Asheville’s most iconic landmarks, all while guests relax above the downtown skyline with handcrafted cocktails and mountain scenery.

  Admission ticket free
• South Slope Brewing District (Pass by)

  The South Slope Brewing District is one of Asheville’s most vibrant and energetic neighborhoods, known for its concentration of breweries, music venues, restaurants, murals, and nightlife. Once an industrial warehouse district, the South Slope has transformed into a hub of Asheville’s craft beer and creative culture while still maintaining its historic character and gritty artistic charm.

  Admission ticket free
• The Orange Peel (Pass by)

  The Orange Peel is one of Asheville’s most legendary live music venues and a cornerstone of the city’s creative and cultural scene. Since opening in 2002 inside a historic downtown warehouse building, the venue has hosted nationally recognized artists across nearly every genre and has earned recognition as one of the top live music venues in the United States.

  Admission ticket free
• (Pass by)

  McCormick Field is one of the oldest continuously operating minor league baseball stadiums in the United States and has been a beloved part of Asheville’s history since 1924. Nestled between downtown Asheville and the South Slope district, the stadium is home to the Asheville Tourists baseball team and offers a scenic mountain backdrop unlike almost any other ballpark in the country.

  Admission ticket free

Additional info

• Wheelchair accessible
• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Service animals allowed
• Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
• Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
• All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible

Tags