Downtown Asheville Tip-Based Sightseeing Walking Tour

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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.

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At a glance

Duration: 2 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 17 people
People per booking: 1–15
Guide: English, French, Spanish
Operated by: Asheville Free Walking Tours

Ages: Infants (1–4 years) · Children (5–10 years) · Youth (11–19 years) · Adults (20–99 years) · Seniors (100–102 years)

What is included

Included

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

Not included

Not included: Gratuities

Itinerary

Grove Arcade

5 min

Walkthrough beautiful Grove Arcade and provide tips for unique bars and restaurants inside.
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.
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.
Stop 4

10 min Admission included

Taste a local beverage called the Salt Face Mule! *Only 2pm guests
Basilica of Saint Lawrence

5 min

Discuss the background and artwork surrounding this historic structure.
YMI Cultural Center

Passing by

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

5 min

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

5 min Admission included

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

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

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 :)

Using your ticket

MEETING LOCATION

Pack's Tavern

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. Please present this ticket upon arrival.

PARKING

We recommend arriving early and parking in the Aloft parking deck located on Biltmore Ave. Please do not park on the street as there is a 2-hour parking limit.

AMENDMENTS

In the event you are unable to make your scheduled tour time, please let us know in advanced so that your tour guide can plan accordingly as they may be venturing into the city just for your group. Thank you for your consideration!

Please reach out with any additional questions +1 704-600-8660

Cancellation

Free cancellation

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

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

The operator may cancel if the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.
The operator may cancel if too few people book; you then get another date or your money back.

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

Options

Private Tour Option

Private Tour

Private Tour: This is a 2-Hour Private Group Tour Option of the Discover Asheville Sightseeing Tour & Spirit Samples included.
Public Tour Option

Public Tour: 2-Hour Public/Shared Discover Asheville Guided Sightseeing Walking Tour with Spirit/Beer tastings.