Overview
Explore Asheville's historic city center at your own pace and schedule on our smart phone guided tour on our walking tour app.
Why take this to
- Go at your own pace and schedule. The tour NEVER expires.
- Stop anytime, get a drink, meal, explore, and continue when ready.
- Listen again after taking it in person.
- Professionally produced with top notch narration and music to set the atmosphere.
We are going to pass many points of interest and I won’t be surprised – or upset – if you want to pause the tour and browse in one of the many unique shops or art galleries or if you want to stop and recharge at one of the great restaurants or bars. I’ll just wait patiently on the sidewalk and when you come back out, we will resume the tour when you are ready.
Try doing that on a group tour!! Are you ready? I’ll meet you just outside the Asheville Art Museum at the blue orb at Pack Square.
- Recommended by 98% of travelers
- Badge of Excellence
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Mobile ticket
What's included
go at your own pace and schedule
smart phone guided tour on our walking tour app
the tour never expires
no food, drink, entrance tickets or human guide, it's an app
Meeting and pickup
Travelers meet at the meeting point.
Meeting point
The tour starts at the corner of N Pack Square and SW Pack Square at the Crossroads Monument.
End point
The tour ends outside the historic Jackson Building.
Good to know
This is a tiny company, just me (Hi I’m Greg!), and I’m here to help :). If you have questions text 617-991-3269. A copy of your ticket is below.
For the best experience, follow the instructions below before taking your tour.
your code is 'ash2780'
How it works:
Step 1: Download the WalknTours app on iPhone or Android.
App Store: WalknTours App Store
Google Play Store: WalknTours Google Play
Step 2: Register an Account or Login
Step 3: Unlock Your Tour
Chose Asheville in the City section, or choose the tour in the "Near Me"
Scroll down and find "Historic Asheville Walking Tourr"
Click Enter Experience Code
Enter the Experience Code 'ash2780'
Click apply
Step 4: Take the Tour
Go to the corner of North Pack Square and Southwest Pack Square.
Open the tour and click start tour.
Have questions? Email us info@walkntours.com or text 617-991-3269.
What to expect
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North Pack Square & Southwest Pack Square
5 min
The tour starts at the corner here where you'll hear about the founding of Asheville.
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O. Henry's Office
5 min
The tour stops at the O. Henry's plaque, and you'll her his story, and other notable people of Asheville.
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The S&W Building
5 min
The tour stops outside the S & W building where you can stop and pause the tour to explore more.
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Woolworth Walk
5 min
The tour stops at the Woolworth Walk, a famous storefront where you'll learn it's story, and explore.
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Asheville Iron Sculpture
5 min
It's a giant Iron! Outside of the Iron building!
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Wall Street Steps
5 min
See the hidden steps covered with a waterfull mural, and hear the story of how they got here.
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Grove Arcade
5 min
We will walk past the Grove arcade, you'll hear it's history and have a chance to pause the tour and explore.
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Basilica of Saint Lawrence, Deacon and Martyr
5 min
The tour stops outside the famous Basilica, you'll learn a bit of it's story, and get a chance to pop in if it's open.
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Asheville Masonic Temple
5 min
The tour stops outside the Masonic Temple.
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Thomas Wolfe Memorial State Historic Site
5 min
Stop at the Thomas Wolfe shoe footprints and step in his shoes to see what the city looked like in his day.
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Thomas Wolfe Memorial
5 min
The tour stops outside of his house where you'll learn a bit of his story.
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Pack's Tavern
5 min
The tour stops outside of Packs Tavern where you'll learn about it's prohibition prohibition history.
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The Jackson Building
5 min
The tour ends at Pack's Square and the historic Jackson building.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
Times are local to the experience (America/New York).
Additional Information
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
FAQs about Asheville's Historic Smart Phone Guided App (GPS) Walking Tour
Can I cancel Asheville's Historic Smart Phone Guided App (GPS) Walking Tour for free?
Yes. For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
How long does it take?
It takes about 1 hour–1 hour 20 min.
Where does it start?
The tour starts at the corner of N Pack Square and SW Pack Square at the Crossroads Monument.
What's included?
- go at your own pace and schedule
- smart phone guided tour on our walking tour app
- the tour never expires
What's not included?
- no food, drink, entrance tickets or human guide, it's an app
Which places does it visit?
It visits North Pack Square & Southwest Pack Square, O. Henry's Office, The S&W Building, Woolworth Walk, Asheville Iron Sculpture, Wall Street Steps, Grove Arcade, Basilica of Saint Lawrence, Deacon and Martyr.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is offered in English.
What fitness level is needed?
It is suitable for all physical fitness levels.
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