Things to do in Asheville
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Asheville Ghost Tour: Downtown Walking & Dark History★ 4.68 (2,144) · 2h
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Blue Ridge Parkway & Waterfall Hike from Asheville★ 4.97 (666) · 5h 30m
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Asheville Electric Bike Tour: Downtown & Blue Ridge Views★ 4.94 (1,292) · 3h
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Asheville Hop-On Hop-Off Trolley Tour: 10 stops, live narration★ 4.80 (585) · 1h 40mUS$ 41View ›
Waterfalls and Blue Ridge Parkway hiking tour near Asheville★ 4.94 (572) · 4hUS$ 109View ›
Asheville: Comedy Sightseeing Bus Tour with Live Acts★ 4.91 (501) · 1h 30mUS$ 52View ›
Hendersonville: Gem Mining & Goat Farm with Crystal Store★ 4.95 (468) · 2hUS$ 30View ›
Asheville Walking Tour: Historic Architecture & Hidden Gems★ 4.81 (467) · 1h 45mUS$ 35View ›
Asheville Waterfall Jeep Tour Pisgah & Blue Ridge Parkway★ 4.97 (418) · 3hUS$ 119View ›
Asheville Downtown Walking Tour: Beer Tasting & Local Arts★ 4.76 (393) · 2hUS$ 5View ›Top rated (7)
Private Half-Day Hike near Asheville: Customized Trail & PeakA privately guided half-day hike near Asheville where you choose the terrain—waterfalls, wildflowers, forested creekside paths, or a 6,000-foot peak—and the guide shapes the route to match your distance and difficulty. Meet downtown Asheville at 8:30am for a 4–5 hour outing including transportation time; snacks are provided, and trekking poles are available on request at no charge. The guide speaks English and will contact you before the hike to lock in your preferences.Is it for me?The guide speaks English and shapes the hike to your fitness level and interests, so whether you're new to hiking or you want to push yourself up a peak, there's a route that works. You arrange your own transport to the trailhead unless you add hotel pickup separately.
Asheville: Mountaintop Yoga Hike & Meditation RetreatYou’ll hike through Asheville’s forests with a local guide, pausing for stories and mountain views before unrolling your mat for an hour of all-levels yoga at the summit. Mats are provided (so no packing stress), and there’s time to soak in the scenery or snap photos before heading back down. It’s peaceful, grounding—and surprisingly fun even if you’re not a yoga pro.
Blue Ridge Parkway: Guided Jeep Tour with Fall Foliage ViewsYou’ll ride in a custom jeep along the most iconic stretch of Blue Ridge Parkway with a small group and local guide. Expect stops at high overlooks above Pisgah National Forest for views—and maybe some windblown laughs—plus stories about history and nature. Bottled water is included; bring layers for unpredictable mountain weather.
Asheville Brewery Walking Tour: 3 Breweries & 10 Beer SamplesYou meet a Cicerone certified guide at Hi-Wire Brewing and visit three local breweries—Hi-Wire, Twin Leaf, and Burial Beer—sampling ten different beers along the way. You'll see the production floor at Twin Leaf, hear the brewing history from someone who knows it, and finish with a real understanding of what makes Asheville's beer culture distinct. The tour is downtown, walkable, and takes a few hours.Is it for me?Right for beer drinkers who want to understand what they're tasting, not just taste it. The guide is certified in beer knowledge, which means the tour goes deeper than a casual walk—expect real learning about brewing, ingredients, and Asheville's beer culture alongside the samples.
Asheville: Adults-Only Comedy Ghost Tour Downtown & MontfordYou’ll ride through downtown Asheville with a local guide who knows every twisted tale and joke in town. Expect laughter, eerie stories in Montford’s shadows, and plenty of weird history—all adults-only, with live commentary and entertainment on board. You might leave still giggling at something you heard hours ago.
Asheville: E-Bike Tour River Arts, Murals & Grove Park ViewsYou’ll cruise Asheville by e-bike with a local guide—gliding past riverside murals in the arts district, shady historic streets lined with grand old homes, and up to mountain views at Grove Park Inn. Expect spontaneous stories and real moments along the way—plus plenty of chances to pause for photos or just take it all in.
Asheville Ghost Tour: Spirits of Depression & ProhibitionA guided walking ghost tour through downtown Asheville after dark, led by a local historian who takes you to five haunted sites—the Basilica of St. Lawrence, Grove Arcade, Battery Park Hotel, Flatiron Building, Pritchard Park, and the Legal Building—where spirits tied to Prohibition, the Great Depression, and the Gilded Age are said to linger. Every tale is researched and documented history, not invention. You'll stand on the ground where these stories happened, though you won't enter private buildings. The tour runs 60 or 90 minutes depending on which option you choose.Is it for me?Choose the 60-minute tour if you want the core haunted sites and stories in a single evening; pick the 90-minute extended version if you prefer a slower pace through downtown and deeper dives into each location's history. Either way, you're walking with someone who knows Asheville's past and can answer questions as they come up, rather than following a recorded audio or reading plaques alone.
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Asheville Ghost Tour: Riverside Cemetery & Montford NeighborhoodThis is a guided ghost tour of Asheville that walks through Riverside Cemetery and the Montford neighborhood, stopping at sites tied to local hauntings and historical crimes. The tour is the only one in the city that enters a cemetery, giving you access to the receiving vault and stories about the authors buried there, the mass murderer Will Harris, and spirits said to remain. The walk takes two hours and covers moderate ground; you'll also get recommendations for restaurants and bars that fit the ghostly theme.Is it for me?The guide delivers stories and history as you walk, so you'll follow comfortably at a conversational pace—this works well if you want ghost stories and local history without a rushed schedule or heavy physical demands beyond steady walking for two hours.
Asheville city tour: Gilded Age history with a local guideA three-hour guided walking tour of downtown Asheville's Arts District led by a knowledgeable local guide who brings the city's Gilded Age history to life. You'll move through historic streets learning how Asheville became a mountain retreat for America's wealthiest families and discover the surprising stories that shaped the community. The tour welcomes children from age 5 and suits all fitness levels.Is it for me?Book this if you're without a car—the tour departs from downtown where buses run, and your guide navigates both the route and Asheville's history.
Asheville Food Tours: Downtown tastings with local guidesAsheville Food Tours is a guided tasting tour through Downtown Asheville Arts District with 6 to 8 stops at local restaurants, lasting 3 to 3.5 hours. The guides—Paddy, Stu Helm and Sarah Ray—have deep ties to the restaurant community and lead the same tours year after year, which means the tastings stay consistent and the relationships with chefs stay strong. Alcohol is included at no extra cost, and the portions across all stops add up to a full meal.Is it for me?The 3 to 3.5 hour window means you can fit the tour into a morning or early afternoon and still have time to explore the rest of Asheville or plan dinners elsewhere—and the guides' connections to restaurant owners give you insider recommendations for the rest of your trip.
Cullowhee: Horseback Trail Ride Azalea & Fern ForestsYou’ll meet your horse at Arrowmont Stables in Cullowhee before heading into mountain trails lined with wild flame azaleas and cool pine forests. Guided by locals who know every turn, you’ll get safety tips, all gear provided—even ponchos if it rains—and plenty of time to get comfortable before setting off. Expect quiet moments among trees and some laughter along the way.
Smoky Mountain Jeep Tour: Elk & Waterfall, 99% Wildlife SightingsA guided safari-style jeep tour through Great Smoky Mountains National Park with a local Cherokee or Appalachian descendant guide, combining wildlife viewing in prime elk habitat with scenic stops at Mingo Falls, the Blue Ridge Parkway, and Cherokee, North Carolina. The afternoon departure carries a 99% elk sighting success rate. The tour runs 3 to 4 hours in a small open-air group jeep, departing from Maggie Valley.Is it for me?Book the afternoon Elk Tour if you want the 99% elk sighting success rate and are willing to time the departure around when the herds are most active in the valleys. The morning and other departures follow the same scenic route and stops but do not carry the same wildlife guarantee.
Blue Ridge Mountains: Photo tour with local guidesSpend half a day exploring secret waterfalls and mountain vistas in the Blue Ridge Mountains with award-winning local photographers Chris & Bonnie. You’ll get hands-on tips for your camera, use their tripods if needed, and discover hidden spots most visitors miss — plus plenty of laughs and muddy boots along the way. It’s an experience that lingers long after your photos are edited.
Blue Ridge Parkway: Scenic Drive Tour with Naturalist & Photo StopsYou’ll glide along the Blue Ridge Parkway with a certified naturalist who knows every curve and story behind these mountains. Expect peaceful photo stops, easy walks under rhododendrons, and real local insight from your guide. It’s less about rushing and more about soaking in those quiet moments—maybe even catching yourself smiling at an unexpected view.
