The 8 Best Tours in Asheville

1.Asheville Night-Time Walking Ghost Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 2,053 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $26Our pick

Meet at 8 p.m. near the Asheville Masonic Temple for a two-hour walk through downtown. Guides such as Christian, Brian, and Tad blend Asheville history with ghost stories about Helen Clevenger, Thomas Wolfe, the Basilica dome, and Civil War spirits. Expect hills, quick walking, changing weather, and a group of up to 50 people.

“So many great stories! Loved the historical aspect and we learned so much more about one of our favorite places to visit.”

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2.Asheville Historic Downtown Guided Electric Bike Tour with Scenic Views

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,234 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $75Top rated

Ride an electric bike from 36 Montford Avenue through downtown Asheville, greenways, and scenic neighborhoods. Your guide covers the Grove Arcade, Basilica of Saint Lawrence, Omni Grove Park Inn, and Sunset Terrace. Safety practice comes first, and guides such as Josh, Torin, Ana, and Leighann add history, local tips, and an easy pace.

“Great experience. Being new to Asheville nice way to get an overview. Great views and an easy ride on the e-bike.”

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3.2-Hour Guided Segway Tour of Asheville

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 676 reviews · from $65

Ride a Segway through Asheville with a guide such as Marieve or Teddy, after a patient training session on the controls. The two-hour route covers downtown streets, architecture, history, and local sights, with small groups capped at seven. It suits first-time visitors, families with children 10 and older, and anyone who wants to see more city with less walking.

“Marieve was awesome to say the least. My friends and I had a wonderful time on this tour. It was our first time for us but Marieve made sure we felt comfortable before heading downtown.”

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4.Blue Ridge Parkway Waterfalls Hiking Tour from Asheville

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 593 reviews · 5 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $112

Join guide Tony for a five-and-a-half-hour outing from Asheville to three waterfalls in Pisgah National Forest and DuPont State Recreational Forest. You will ride the Blue Ridge Parkway when open, hike about three miles at an easy to moderate pace, and receive hotel pickup, water, snacks, and local stories along the way.

“The tour guide Tony was fantastic. He is very knowledgeable, professional, compassionate, accommodating and fun. He made everybody laugh throughout the whole trip. The view of blue ridge parkway was stunning. The 3 waterfalls during 2.75 miles hiking was stunning. Each one was unique. Tony picked me up and dropped off at my hotel which made the tour completely hassle free. He also provided cold water and snacks. It was a very memorable experience. I will definitely book it again with Tony when I come back to Asheville at a different season!”

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5.Gem Mining and Goat Farm Walking Tour in Hendersonville

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 460 reviews · 2 hours (approx.)

At Elijah Mountain Gem Mine and Goat Farm, you wash buckets of mine dirt through covered flumes, keep your crystals and fossils, visit goats and an aviary, and browse a large crystal and fossil store. Plan on about two hours at this family-friendly Hendersonville stop, with indoor and outdoor mining areas.

“We had a wonderful time at this cute little farm. We found lots of beautiful gems and saw some really interesting farm animals.”

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6.Asheville Insider Guided Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 435 reviews · from $35

Walk from Pack Square through Asheville’s historic core with a local guide such as Marilyn, Mary, or Tebbe. See the Thomas Wolfe Memorial, Grove Arcade, YMI Cultural Center, Basilica of Saint Lawrence, and the site of the Friday Drum Circle. Expect local stories, architecture, and about 1 hour 45 minutes on foot.

“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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7.Downtown Asheville Tip-Based Sightseeing Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 360 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $5Best value

Walk downtown Asheville with local guides such as Peter, Leah, David, Mike, and Judy. See Grove Arcade, Pack Square, the Urban Trail, Basilica of Saint Lawrence, Pritchard Park, and Mast General Store while hearing local history and getting food and drink tips. Beer, spirits, a donut, and popcorn may be included, depending on the time and operating venues.

“Peter gave a very thoughtful informative tour covering the history of Asheville and more recent events. His background as a teacher showed as he kept a diverse group engaged. He also provided a list of terrific places to eat tailored to our needs. We love Viator Tours and this is one of the best we’ve ever taken.”

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8.Downtown Asheville Guided Brewery Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 343 reviews · 3 hours 15 minutes (approx.) · from $69

Meet your Cicerone-certified guide at Hi-Wire Brewing at 2 p.m. for a 3-hour-15-minute walk through Asheville’s South Slope beer district. You’ll taste 10 local beers at three breweries, learn how beer goes from grain to glass, and hear about Asheville’s brewing scene. Guides have included Mark, Michael, Cliff, and Jo.

“Would recommend this tour to anyone. It was amazing and I learned so much about beer I never would have imagined. The history was really cool and the guide was absolutely amazing. I would take this tour again and again.”

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