Asheville Trolley Tour: Explore Historic Districts

Explore Asheville’s charm with a 2-day trolley pass. Discover historic districts, art scenes, and breweries. Hop on for a narrated adventure.

Duration: 1 hour, 40 minutes
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights

Asheville Hop-On Hop-Off Trolley Tour (Route)

Operating Schedule: The entire tour (one loop) takes about 90 to 100 minutes. There is an additional 15-minute stop at the Asheville Visitor Center.
Trolley hours change with the seasons. From April to October, the trolley runs daily every 30 minutes. In November, it operates daily every 60 minutes….

What's Included
  • Heated Vehicles
  • Stops at 8 Asheville locations, including downtown, and the River Arts District
  • Hop-On Hop-Off Sightseeing Trolley Tour of Asheville, NC
  • Live and Informative Narration along 15 mile route
  • 50% Discount on Admission to the Thomas Wolfe Memorial
What's Not Included
  • Hotel Pick-Up/Drop-Off
  • Guide’s Gratuity
Additional Information

Experience the ultimate way to DISCOVER and EXPLORE Asheville! Climb aboard one of Gray Line’s charming trolleys for a fully narrated tour, showcasing the history, residences, popular spots, and attractions of this “city of surprises.” The entire tour (one loop) takes about 90 to 100 minutes, with an additional 15-minute stop at the Asheville Visitor…

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Marciagt2594zx
Sep 24, 2024
Tour is fun and informative! - We had a great time! Brought my sister and bro in law from Boston. We ended up having 4 tour guides because we went for 2 days. Seamlessly organized. I wish I knew I could go for free as a local before I paid online. But it was worth it! Loved all the info and humor.
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X449dpchrisf
Sep 14, 2024
Definitely recommend the on off tour and the ghost tour. - We took the o off tour and used the free option for a second day. All the drivers we had were great and we would definitely recommend this tour. We also took the Historic Ghost Tour of Asheville with Uncle Ted White. It was a blast! Uncle Ted was fabulous. Definitely would recommend this tour!
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Davidce1070qk
Sep 9, 2024
Do This First - Great way to get an overall feel for the city. Driver was knowledgeable and entertaining, with a mix of unverified BS. Take the full, uninterrupted circuit. Then go to the areas that appeal later.
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Jenniferm972
Aug 28, 2024
Great local tour - We decide to take Grey line trolley tour around ashville. Our first tour guide Marc. He was so funny and made the tour very fun and enjoyable. We first did the whole tour. Then decided to take it again to jump off in town. And got back on our other tour guide was Matt. Both gentleman were wonderful. Definitely would recommend this tour.
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Debillbeach
Apr 4, 2024
Informative and entertaining - Michael was a great tour guide, keeping us entertained with his story-telling abilities. Lynn was our second guide and had a few personal tidbits to offer regarding the Vanderbilt mansion. Highly recommend this tour to get acquainted with all the different aspects of Asheville.
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Explore16211894504
Feb 16, 2024
Wonderful tour and tour guide (Marc) - Outstanding tour and driver/tour guide (Marc). We learned so much, had great conversation and just were really impressed with the city and character of Asheville. Hopped off at several stops but kind of missed the curated experience we had on the trolley. Highly recommended!
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N3806cyrobint
Feb 11, 2024
History lesson 101 - We had never taken a trolley excursion before. We were surprised by the knowledge, Uncle Ted knew and offered. Wasn't a boring trip at all. He kept us entertained for sure. Wanted to go to more restaurants along the way, but most didn't open till 4pm. Definitely worth the price we paid for the trip.
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Theglobalhobo
Jan 27, 2024
A great time for locals and visitors alike! Get an early start, so you have time to see and do everything. - Love this tour! Life wife and I are "locals", but we take guests on this tour whenever they come to town. The tour is fun, informative, comfortable, and highly entertaining. Our driver & guide, Matt, was excellent. Be sure to ask for the "locals" discount when buying your tickets at the visitor's center.
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Margaretv794
Jan 29, 2024
Rattling Trolley - Tour was very good however the Trolley needed maintenance. The Trolley rattled so loudly it was difficult to hear the tour guide. It also needed shocks. Every bump was painful to our backs. For the price of the tour you would think they would maintain the Trolley!
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Exploration744538
Sep 20, 2024
Poor, with the exception of first driver - This tour was worthwhile only for the transportation. I will say that our first driver Matt, who took us around the Monford district, was in command of his facts and made this first leg interesting and informative. However, the female drivers were terrible. First, the microphones were incredibly loud, and the incessant chattering was beyond annoying I.e. a 15 minute description of converted gas stations. (This is true all over the country). Also, unnecessary plugging of bbq joints. I suggest you review your scripts and get them out of the 1950s. No mention of the Cherokee removal, see trail of tears, no mention of black architects James Vesper Miller, Douglas Ellington, just drivel about restaurants, personal stories. By the way, I am aware that there are black history tours, but a mention of black contributions is warranted. (I am a 79 year old white woman). U
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