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Downtown Asheville Tip-Based Sightseeing Walking Tour

4.8(410)Rated 4.8 out of 5 from 410 reviews2 hFree cancellationBy Asheville Free Walking Tours
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.

What's included

  • ✓Beer Tasting at Twisted Laurel
  • ✓Free Artwork from Local Artist Shipped directly to your house!
  • ✓2-Hour Sightseeing Guided Walking Tour of Asheville
  • ✓Public & Private Tour Options Available
  • ✓Follow along the Urban Trail, a walking tour of the city's historical sites
  • ✓Popcorn
  • ✓Only private tours operate in Spanish/Portuguese/French

Not included

  • ✕Gratuities

Meeting and pickup

  • 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.

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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