Asheville's Historic Streets: A Self-Guided Walking Tour
At a glance
Asheville's Historic Streets: A Self-Guided Walking Tour is a 2h – 2h 30m private experience in Asheville, USA, operated by VoiceMap Audio Tours. Travellers rate it 4.0 out of 5 across 1 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor. Prices start from $14.99 per person, and free cancellation is available. Included: Lifetime access to this tour in English before your booking date and after it, Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata, App for Android and iOS.
Highlights
- Private experience — just you and your group
- Free cancellation for flexible planning
- 8 stops in one well-planned itinerary
Quick facts
- Duration
- 2h – 2h 30m
- Group
- Private tour — only your group
- Languages
- English
- Pickup
- Meet at the start point
- Confirmation
- Instant confirmation
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Travellers
- 1–15 per booking
- Ages
- Adult 6–99
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation (see policy)
Options & availability
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Asheville's Historic Streets: A Self-Guided Walking Tour
from $14.99
- Days:
- Every day
Times and prices come from the operator’s live schedule and are confirmed when you book.
Overview
Nestled in the Blue Ridge Mountains, Asheville boasts the second-largest collection of Art Deco architecture in America.
On this walking tour, you’ll discover the city’s remarkable history, from its Cherokee origins to its Roaring Twenties boom. You’ll also hear about the unexpected preservation of its architectural treasures due to the Great Depression. (Don’t worry, it will make sense later.)
This tour starts at the Visitor’s Center and takes you through downtown Asheville’s most iconic landmarks. Along the way, you’ll hear stories about the visionaries who shaped its distinctive character.
You’ll learn how wealthy entrepreneurs like E.W. Grove and George Willis Pack transformed the city’s skyline and see how the arts have flourished here, from traditional Appalachian folk music to contemporary crafts. You’ll discover the city’s literary connections to Thomas Wolfe and O. Henry while passing bustling music venues and artisan markets.
What's included
What's included
- Lifetime access to this tour in English before your booking date and after it
- Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata
- App for Android and iOS
- Flexibility to explore at your own pace with a self-guided GPS tour
- Directions to the starting point so that when you’re in the right place, the tour will start
Not included
- Smartphone and headphones
- Personal expenses for admission fees not included during the tour
- Food and drink
- Transportation
Itinerary
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Stop 1
You’ll pass by the Basilica of Saint Lawrence, Deacon and Martyr, a significant religious landmark with deep historical roots, but please note that entry to the basilica is not included in this tour.
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Stop 2
You’ll pass by Harrah’s Cherokee Center – Asheville, a major venue for concerts, sports, and cultural events, but please note that entry to the venue or any events is not included in this tour.
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Stop 3
You’ll pass by Roman’s Deli & Catering, a popular local spot known for its classic deli fare, but please note that any purchases or costs related to visiting the deli are not covered in this tour.
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Stop 4
You’ll see The Flat Iron Hotel, an iconic building with distinctive architecture in the heart of Asheville, but please note that any costs related to visiting or entering the hotel are not covered in this tour.
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Stop 5
You’ll pass by the Asheville Pinball Museum, known for its collection of vintage and modern pinball machines, but please note that admission to the museum is not included in this tour.
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Stop 6
You’ll pass by Spicer Greene Jewelers, a long-established local jeweler known for fine craftsmanship and elegant designs, but please note that any costs related to visiting or making purchases are not covered in this tour.
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Stop 7
You’ll pass by the Thomas Wolfe Memorial State Historic Site, the preserved childhood home of the famed American author, but please note that admission to the house is not included in this tour.
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Stop 8
You’ll pass by Asheville Music Hall, a well-known venue for live performances and local music, but please note that entry to the venue or any events is not included in this tour.
Meeting point
This tour starts at the Asheville Visitor Centre. Before arrival, please install the mobile app and use the code provided on your confirmation ticket. Detailed starting point instructions are available after downloading.
End point
The tour ends at the Mellow Mushroom Asheville on Broadway.
Traveller ratings
4.0
1 reviews on Viator & Tripadvisor
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- 4 ★ 1
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- 1 ★ 0
Good to know
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Frequently asked questions
How long does the Asheville's Historic Streets: A Self-Guided Walking Tour take?
The experience lasts about 2h – 2h 30m.
How much does it cost?
Prices start from $14.99 per person. The final price depends on the date, time and number of travellers, and is confirmed on Viator before you pay.
What's included?
Lifetime access to this tour in English before your booking date and after it; Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata; App for Android and iOS; Flexibility to explore at your own pace with a self-guided GPS tour; Directions to the starting point so that when you’re in the right place, the tour will start.
Where does it start?
This tour starts at the Asheville Visitor Centre. Before arrival, please install the mobile app and use the code provided on your confirmation ticket. Detailed starting point instructions are available after downloading.
Can I cancel?
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is guided in English.
Is it worth it?
Travellers rate it 4.0 out of 5 across 1 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor, which places it among the top-rated experiences in Asheville.
