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, make your way over to a few local cafes, breweries, and distilleries for some bonus tastings.
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, Vance Memorial, and Grove Arcade. Stop along the way for a private tour of Leaf Global Arts Center spirits at Cultivated Cocktails Distillery, and a beer at Twin Leaf Brewery and Archetype (tickets provided for BOGO at the end) Tastings are provided by local businesses who provide them when open/available.
Inclusions & Exclusions
✔ 2-Hour Sightseeing Guided Walking Tour of Asheville
✔ Spirits Tastings at Cultivated cocktails
✔ Private tour of Leaf Global Arts Center
✔ Public & Private Tour Options Available
✔ Beer Sample at Twin Leaf Brewery and Archetype (tickets provided at the end)
✔ Only private tours operate in Spanish/Portuguese/French
✔ Follow along the Urban Trail, a walking tour of the city's historical sites
✖ Gratuities
Departure & Return
Departure:
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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.
Itinerary
1
Grove Arcade
Walkthrough beautiful Grove Arcade and provide tips for unique bars and restaurants inside.
Duration: 5 minutes
2
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.
Duration: 25 minutes
3
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.
4
Pritchard Park
Pass by Wall street to arrive at Pritchard Park and discuss Drum Circle and local Buskers!
Duration: 5 minutes
5
Basilica of Saint Lawrence
Discuss the background and artwork surrounding this historic structure.
Duration: 5 minutes
6
Cultivated Cocktails Distillery
Stop by for a sampling of 5-6 spirits from one of Asheville's most popular distilleries.
7
Twin Leaf Brewery
You can Walk down to Asheville's new favorite brewery strip called South Slope and guest 21 and older will be able to taste some local beer with our discount beer tickets
Duration: 30 minutes
8
YMI Cultural Center
An African-American Cultural Venue with art and history exhibits.
Additional info
• 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
