Downtown Asheville Tip-Based Sightseeing Walking Tour

Maximize time in Downtown Asheville with a sightseeing tour led by a local guide. Learn about Asheville's history and culture during a city stroll that includes breweries, distilleries, cafes, and historic sites. See popular landmarks like the Basilica of St. Lawrence, Grove Arcade, and the Leaf Global Arts Center. Taste local beer and spirits during brewery and distillery visits. In lieu of a tour ticket, tip your guide whatever amount you find fair.

Explore Asheville with a local leading the way
Sip local beer and spirits at breweries and distilleries
Check out landmarks like the Leaf Global Arts Center
Hear stories about local history and culture

What To Expect

Grove Arcade

Walkthrough beautiful Grove Arcade and provide tips for unique bars and restaurants inside.
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Pack Square

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.
25 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

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.
• Admission Ticket Free

Pritchard Park

Pass by Wall street to arrive at Pritchard Park and discuss Drum Circle and local Buskers!
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Basilica of Saint Lawrence

Discuss the background and artwork surrounding this historic structure.
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Cultivated Cocktails Distillery

Stop by for a sampling of 5-6 spirits from one of Asheville’s most popular distilleries.
• Admission Ticket Included

YMI Cultural Center

An African-American Cultural Venue with art and history exhibits.
• Admission Ticket Included

Highlight

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Wheelchair accessible
Stroller accessible
Service animals allowed
Near public transportation
Transportation is wheelchair accessible
Surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Most travelers can participate
Pets allowed
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 20 travelers

Include

2-Hour Sightseeing Guided Walking Tour of Asheville
Public & Private Tour Options Available
Spirits Tastings at Cultivated cocktails
Beer Sample at Archetype (tickets provided at the end)
Follow along the Urban Trail, a walking tour of the city’s historical sites
Only private tours operate in Spanish/Portuguese/French
Private tour of Leaf Global Arts Center

Exclude

Gratuities

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