Downtown Asheville Tip-Based Sightseeing Walking Tour

About this activity

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.

Itinerary

1. Grove Arcade · 5 min

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

2. Pack Square · 25 min

   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.

3. Urban Trail

   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.

4. Stop 4 · 10 min

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

5. Basilica of Saint Lawrence · 5 min

   Discuss the background and artwork surrounding this historic structure.

6. YMI Cultural Center · pass by

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

7. Pritchard Park · 5 min

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

8. Mast General Store · 5 min

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

Meeting point

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

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 :)

Good to know

• 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

Cancellation policy

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

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