The Best of Asheville: Private 2.5-hour Walking Tour
Overview
Experience all that Asheville has to offer with a private 2.5-hour highlights tour led by an experienced local guide who will share their favourite spots in this charming mountain town.
Asheville is a place where you can truly live your best life. The architecture is beautiful and historic, and the food and the people are warm and welcoming. It's no wonder that Asheville has been voted one of America's most livable cities.
It has a way of bringing out the inner artist in everyone, including you. Whether you fancy trying glassblowing or prefer simply to get lost in the blue hues of mountain-scapes, you will leave the city more in touch with your creative side than when you arrived.
As you wander, enjoy the atmosphere, which captures the city's nature, creativity, and sense of history.
Your tour finishes in the South Slope Brewing District, where you may enjoy a large, local beer and get tips on how to spend the rest of your time in this mountain city.
What's Included
- Plenty of time to take photos of your favourite places
- A friendly, professional tour guide for your own private group
- Cost of transportation on the day (if required)
- Hotel pick up, we do recommend a centrally located start point
- Entrance tickets to the attractions you decide to visit
- Gratuities
- Food and additional drink, although your guide will be happy to recommend favourites along the way
Meeting Location
2 South Pack Square
Asheville, NC 28801, USA
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
South Slope Brewing District
Asheville, NC 28801, USA
Your tour finishes in the South Slope Brewing District. The finish point will be close to public transport and taxi links and your guide will assist with advising you on your journey.
What To Expect
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Downtown Asheville Art District
1 hour Admission Ticket Free
Pack Square
30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
South Slope Brewing District
30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Asheville Art Museum
30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Frequently Asked Questions (7)
Q: What is the cancellation policy for the The Best of Asheville: Private 2.5-hour Walking Tour?
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Frequently Asked Questions (7)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool Shore Excursions customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EST).
- Plenty of time to take photos of your favourite places.
- A friendly, professional tour guide for your own private group.
- Cost of transportation on the day (if required).
- Hotel pick up, we do recommend a centrally located start point.
- Entrance tickets to the attractions you decide to visit.
- Gratuities.
- Food and additional drink, although your guide will be happy to recommend favourites along the way.
There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the The Best of Asheville: Private 2.5-hour Walking Tour is as follows:
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for The Best of Asheville: Private 2.5-hour Walking Tour will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Shore Excursions. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Plenty of time to take photos of your favourite places
- A friendly, professional tour guide for your own private group
- Cost of transportation on the day (if required)
- Hotel pick up, we do recommend a centrally located start point
- Entrance tickets to the attractions you decide to visit
- Gratuities
- Food and additional drink, although your guide will be happy to recommend favourites along the way
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
