Highlights of Asheville Self-Guided Walking Audio Tour
Asheville, US
66% of travellers recommend this
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Duration 1-2 hours
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Audio guide in English
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Offline maps available
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Self-paced experience
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Hands-free GPS activation
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Access for 1 year
Explore Asheville's rich history and art with a self-guided audio tour, available for a year for flexible, memorable adventures.
Featured Reviews
Included
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Easy-to-use app: download action’s tour guide app onto your phone -
Engaging storytelling: uncover unique tales and thrilling history for a memorable journey!
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Perfect narrator: nothing can beat listening to a great voice. proven with tons of rave reviews!
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Offline maps: no signal, no problem! works perfectly without cellular or wifi.
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Comprehensive route and stops: see it all, miss nothing, leave no stone unturned!
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Go at your own pace: start anytime, pause anywhere, enjoy breaks for snacks and photos freely!
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Learn more: dive deeper into any story you enjoyed with extra stories.
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Hands-free: audio stories play on their own based on your location. easy to use!
Excluded
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Attraction passes, entry tickets, or reservations
Explore Asheville's rich history and art with a self-guided audio tour, available for a year for flexible, memorable adventures.
Highlights
- Blend of history, art, and stories
- Mastery of structures like the Basilica of St. Lawrence
- Learn about post-Revolutionary War origins
- See an array of unique sculptures
- Meet famed author Thomas Wolfe
Meeting Point
After booking, search your email for "Set up your self-guided tour now." Follow instructions NOW with Wi-Fi/data. Don't wait until onsite. What to bring: Charged smartphone, Power Bank, Headphones, & downloaded tour app.
36 Montford Ave, Asheville, NC 28801 , United States
What to expect
Basilica of Saint Lawrence
Pause here. To our left is the impressive Basilica of St. Lawrence. This basilica owes its existence to Spanish architect Rafael Guastavino. In the early 1890s, Guastavino was commissioned to work on a vaulted ceiling for the Biltmore house in Asheville. But while here, he decided he loved the place too much to leave! He bought property and set down roots. Note:- This tour is 1.8 miles long and covers all its essentials in 2-3 hours. Buy once, use for one year! Ideal for extended visits and return trips over the next 12 months.
15 minutes
Shopping Daze Sculpture
See that statue depicting three well-dressed women with a dog in tow? That’s Shopping Daze! This sculpture commemorated Haywood Street’s history as a desirable and unique shopping destination. I think it can also represent Asheville’s ability to bounce back after its lively shopping district was hindered by debt and mall culture.
15 minutes
Legacy of Design Sculpture
The ‘Legacy of Design’ sculpture stands up here, depicting a young boy on stilts. This piece was made to honor the inventive architect Richard Sharp Smith. I’ll dive deeper into Smith’s life in a moment, but first, you should know a thing or two about the sculptor of this piece, Dennis Smith.
15 minutes
Civic Pride Sculpture
The bell up here is a replica of the one that used to stand at the east end of Pack square, which rang out during important moments in Asheville’s early history. What kinds of events? Well, how about when the colonies declared their independence from Great Britain!
15 minutes
The Jackson Building
In 1924 architect Ronald Greene was commissioned to create the Jackson Building. It’s the one directly to our right! This was the tallest skyscraper in North Carolina at the time of its construction, and boasts some very unique features.
15 minutes
O. Henry's Office
Do you see that bronze lock of hair, combs, and pocket watch set into the concrete around this plaque? If you’re a classic literature buff, you might recall what these all have in common. They’re from the famous O. Henry short story “Gift of the Magi”!
15 minutes
Drhumor Building
To our left stands the amazingly intricate Drhumor Building! Humorously given the nickname of the ‘Dr. Humor building,’ this structure owes its beauty to sculptor Frederick Miles. What many people don’t know is that these carvings might actually be based on real Asheville residents!
15 minutes
Grove Arcade
Coming up on our left is the Grove Arcade. Built by Edwin Grove, this bustling center of commerce stretches over a block and offers just about anything your heart desires.
15 minutes
The experience can be subject to change due to bad weather or unforseen circumstances. We always endeavour to give you the best possible experience.
Additional Information
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Public transportation options are available nearby -
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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How to access: Once you book a tour, you’ll get a confirmation email and text with instructions: • Download the separate tour app by Action • Enter the password • Download the tour MUST DO while in strong wifi/cellular Works offline after download
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How to start touring: Open Action’s separate audio tour guide app once onsite. • If there is just one tour, launch it. • If multiple tour versions exist, launch the one with your planned starting point and direction.
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Go to the starting point No one will meet you at the start. This tour is self-guided Enter the first story’s point and the audio will begin automatically Follow the audio cues to the next story, which will also play automatically. Enjoy hands-free exploring. If you face audio issues, contact support. Stick to the tour route & speed limit for the best experience.
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Travel worry-free: Use the tour app anytime, on any day, and over multiple days. Start and pause the tour whenever you like, taking breaks and exploring side excursions at your own pace. Skip anything you don’t care about or explore bonus content for everything that interests you
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Savings tips: Walking tours: couples can share one tour by splitting headphones
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Buy once, use for one year! Ideal for extended visits and return trips over the next 12 months.
What our experts say
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Visit the River Arts District after! -
Bring headphones for a better experience.
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Try local coffee at High Five Coffee nearby.
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Check out the Grove Arcade for shopping.
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Download the app before arrival for ease.
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