Guided Asheville E-bike Tour: River Arts District & Murals

Cover Asheville's neighborhoods and art scene without the planning

A 3-hour guided e-bike tour of Asheville that loops through the River Arts District, historic Downtown neighborhoods dating to the 1890s, Riverside Cemetery and the Omni Grove Park Inn, with a live English-speaking guide, helmet and bike included. E-bikes handle the hills so you cover more ground than a regular bike tour and arrive less tired. Minimum age is 12. Not recommended for riders under 5 feet tall or those unable to ride a standard bike.

Step-by-step itinerary

Asheville E-bike Guided Tour

• Ride waterfront trail by French Broad River
• Explore River Arts District murals and galleries
• Visit historic Downtown Asheville Arts District
• Tour Riverside Cemetery and gravesites
• Ride around Omni Grove Park Inn views
• Explore historic park formerly horse racing track

The experience

You start on the French Broad River's waterfront trail, a wide shaded path that sets the pace for the morning. From there the guide takes you into the River Arts District, where you'll ride past murals and galleries while learning the stories behind the art. The route moves through the historic neighborhoods of Downtown Asheville, where Victorian homes from the 1890s line quiet streets, then climbs to Riverside Cemetery. A winding hillside garden where you'll stop and walk among the graves of prominent writers and local figures. The final stretch loops around the Omni Grove Park Inn, which sits high enough to give you some of the best views in the city.

E-bikes do the work on the climbs, which is why 3 hours covers neighborhoods a regular bike tour would need twice as long to show you. The guide handles the route and the stories. You just ride and look around. This is the tour to take first if you're new to Asheville. It gives you the layout, the best spots to come back to on your own, and the history that makes the place make sense.

What’s included

• Helmet and e-bike.
• 3-hour guided tour with a live English-speaking guide.
• access to the River Arts District, Downtown Asheville Arts District, Riverside Cemetery and Omni Grove Park Inn.

Before you book

Days and timesMonday to SaturdayDeparts at 11:00

Book up to3h before

AgesAdult (12 to 85 years) · Under 12: can't be booked

GroupUp to 9

Live guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather or if the minimum number of travelers isn't reached. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Prices and times updated 11 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortNot recommended during pregnancyNot recommended with heart problems

Operated by Sky E-Bikes

Is this one for you?Choose this if you want to cover Asheville's neighborhoods and landmarks in three hours on an e-bike. The motor handles the hills while you see more ground than a walking tour allows.

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Top questions

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

What's the River Arts District like on this tour?

The River Arts District is Asheville's artsy core, filled with galleries, studios and murals. On the tour you'll ride through it on bike trails, stop to see the art, and hear from the guide about the stories and artists behind the murals.

How steep are the hills on this e-bike tour?

The e-bikes handle the climbs, so you're not pedaling uphill the way you would on a regular bike. The route includes some elevation (you climb to Riverside Cemetery and the Omni Grove Park Inn), but the motor assist means the hills don't wear you out.

What neighborhoods do you ride through?

You'll see the River Arts District, the Downtown Asheville Arts District with historic homes from the 1890s, Riverside Cemetery on the mountainside, and the grounds around the Omni Grove Park Inn. The waterfront trail along the French Broad River is the starting point.

Is this tour good for someone visiting Asheville for the first time?

Yes, the guide takes you through the main neighborhoods and art spots in one loop, so you get a sense of the city's layout and history before exploring on your own. It's designed to show you the lay of the land and the best places to return to.

What do I need to bring or know before booking?

Helmet and bike are included. You need to be at least 12 years old and able to ride a standard bike. Riders under 5 feet tall may find the bike sizing difficult. The tour is not recommended for pregnant travelers or those with poor cardiovascular health.