Overview
Experience all that Asheville has to offer with a private 2.5-hour highlights tour led by an experienced local guide who will share their favourite spots in this charming mountain town.
Asheville is a place where you can truly live your best life. The architecture is beautiful and historic, the food is amazing and the people are warm and welcoming. It's no wonder that Asheville has been voted one of America's most livable cities.
It has a way of bringing out the inner artist in everyone, including you. Whether you fancy trying glassblowing or prefer simply to get lost in the blue hues of mountain-scapes, you will leave the city more in touch with your creative side than when you arrived.
As you wander, enjoy the atmosphere which captures the nature of the city, its creativity and its sense of history.
Your tour finishes in the South Slope Brewing District, where you may enjoy a large, local beer and get tips for the best way to spend the rest of your time in this mountain city.
- Recommended by 98% of travelers
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- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Mobile ticket
What's included
Plenty of time to take photos of your favourite places
A friendly, professional tour guide for your own private group
A beer or soft drink per person in the South Slope Brewing District
Cost of transportation on the day (if required)
Food and additional drink, although your guide will be happy to recommend favourites along the way
Hotel pick up, we do recommend a centrally located start point
Entrance tickets to the attractions you decide to visit
Gratuities
Meeting and pickup
Travelers meet at the meeting point.
Meeting point
Your guide will meet you beside the Blue Orb sculpture in front of the Asheville Art Museum located at 2 S Pack Square, Asheville, NC 28801, United States.
End point
Your tour finishes in the South Slope Brewing District. The finish point will be close to public transport and taxi links and your guide will assist with advising you on your journey.
What to expect
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Downtown Asheville Art District
1 hour
Explore Downtown Asheville, where you'll get a taste of what makes Asheville so unique, from its well-preserved architecture to its energetic vibe to its natural beauty.
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Pack Square
30 min
Take a stroll down Pack Square park, Asheville's front yard, surrounded by the art deco City Hall and other historic buildings.
See The Jackson Building, located in Pack Square downtown, is a 13-story Neo-Gothic and one of the most loved skyscrapers in the city completed in 1924, and walk past the Thomas Wolfe Memorial, an old Victorian-style house and one of the most important historical landmarks in Asheville where Wolfe lived as a child and that he immortalised in one of his novels. -
South Slope Brewing District
30 min
Find out why Asheville is considered the brewery capital of America by visiting the South Slope Brewing District, where your guide will make sure you have all the tips you need to enjoy the best food and drinks for the rest of your stay.
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Asheville Art Museum
30 min
Walk past the Asheville Art Museum, with a collection of 20th and 21st centuries American art, and discover Asheville's Urban Trail, where every stop marks a historic moment.
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
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Up to 12 travelers per booking
- Each booking must include at least one adult.
FAQs about The Best of Asheville: Private 2.5-hour Walking Tour
Can I cancel The Best of Asheville: Private 2.5-hour 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 2 hours 30 min.
Where does it start?
Your guide will meet you beside the Blue Orb sculpture in front of the Asheville Art Museum located at 2 S Pack Square, Asheville, NC 28801, United States.
What's included?
- Plenty of time to take photos of your favourite places
- A friendly, professional tour guide for your own private group
- A beer or soft drink per person in the South Slope Brewing District
What's not included?
- Cost of transportation on the day (if required)
- Food and additional drink, although your guide will be happy to recommend favourites along the way
- Hotel pick up, we do recommend a centrally located start point
- Entrance tickets to the attractions you decide to visit
- Gratuities
Which places does it visit?
It visits Downtown Asheville Art District, Pack Square, South Slope Brewing District, Asheville Art Museum.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is offered in English.
What fitness level is needed?
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness.
Is it suitable for children?
Children must be accompanied by an adult.
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