Asheville Insider Guided Walking Tour

Discover Asheville’s rich history, stunning architecture, and unique culture on a guided walking tour with Asheville by Foot. Explore hidden gems and become an Asheville insider!

Duration: 1 hour, 45 minutes
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Pack Square - This is the center of town and our starting point.
  • Thomas Wolfe Memorial - The boarding house where the noted American author grew up.
  • Grove Arcade - One of the great shopping arcades built in the 1920 in the Gothic Revival style.
  • YMI Cultural Center - Important community cultural center that was built by the African-American business community at the turn of the 20th Century.
  • Basilica of Saint Lawrence - The final architectural masterpiece of Raphael Guastavino.
  • Pritchard Park - Home of Asheville’s famous Friday night Drum Circle.
What's Included
  • Experienced local tour guide included
Additional Information

Asheville by Foot offers extraordinary guided walking tours that maximize your Asheville adventure. No matter if it’s your maiden trip or your tenth visit to Asheville, Asheville by Foot helps you gain a profound understanding of Asheville’s in-depth history, magnificent architecture, and distinctive culture. This remains Asheville’s quintessential tour, on foot or not, handled by the city’s most informed tour guides. Revel in becoming an Asheville connoisseur as you delve into the city’s vast history, outstanding architecture, and distinctive culture. Get privileged access to several obscure treasures accessible only by foot as you journey through one of the most exceptional cities in the country.

Location
1 S Pack Square
South Pack Square
We meet at the blue glass sphere in front of the Asheville Art Museum on Pack Square.
Cancellation Policy

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

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Fufuknot
Sep 1, 2024
Things I didn’t know about Asheville - I had a great experience, our guide Ebbie was very knowledgeable. He not only kept us informed but did it in an engaging and entertaining manner. I would recommend this tour not only to friends but I plan on returning with my family for them to have the same experience too.
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Silvia_s
Sep 1, 2024
City full of history - I leaned that Asheville is a city full of visual arts, music and history. Asheville is a versatile city with attractions for everyone.
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Gerald_s
Aug 27, 2024
great day - Guide Mary was very informative and wonderful insights to the history of Asheville. Very personable, knowledgeable and made our day special.
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Jalowe
Aug 22, 2024
Worthwhile introduction to Asheville - Our guide, Sharon, was a true fountain of information. We felt that we really knew Asheville's history and culture and present status after the tour. Anyone visiting Asheville for the first time should take this tour--and ask for Sharon!
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Kim_f
Aug 8, 2024
Sunday Funday - Marilyn, a longtime resident and author, was very knowledgeable. Enjoyable way to learn about a new city snd get some steps.
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Maryann_r
Jul 27, 2024
Asheville on foot - The leader of the tour was the BEST ever. Such knowledge into the city was very special both plus and negative
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Mimi_l
Jul 25, 2024
Southern Charm - We love our tour guide. He was extremely funny and make us feel at home. Very knowledgeable about the history of Asheville. We would do the tour again in the future. We felt the southern hospitality from this tour.
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Helene_p
Jul 14, 2024
Fascinating history... - Fascinating history brought to life by engaging guide. Learned about Asheville from a local expert. Entertaining and educational.
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449bernadettec
Jul 12, 2024
Good intro to Asheville - We learned a lot about the foundational history and architecture of Asheville. Sharon was out guide, and she was well informed. About halfway there was a stop in an air conditioned indoor mall for restrooms, and that was a welcome thing. Plus, the historic mall was gorgeous.
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Nancyru7671mr
Jul 10, 2024
Loved this historic tour of downtown Asheville! - Mary, our walking guide was knowledgeable and so interesting! We would highly recommend this tour! We would like to come back based on all of Mary’s stories and recommendations!
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