
Asheville's Historic Smart Phone Guided App (GPS) Walking Tour
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4.2/5
Based on 15 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
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Is Asheville's Historic Smart Phone Guided App (GPS) Walking Tour worth booking?
Asheville's Historic Smart Phone Guided App (GPS) Walking Tour is a 1-hour experience in Asheville, United States, from $10 per person. It scores 62 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Solid Choice”, based on a 4.2/5 rating across 15 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 62 / 100
- Rating
- 4.2/5 (15)
- Duration
- 1 hours
- From
- $10 per person
Explore Asheville's historic city center at your own pace and schedule on our smart phone guided tour on our walking tour app. Why take this to - Go at your own pace and schedule. The tour NEVER expires. - Stop anytim
What you get
About this experience
Explore Asheville's historic city center at your own pace and schedule on our smart phone guided tour on our walking tour app. Why take this to - Go at your own pace and schedule. The tour NEVER expires. - Stop anytime, get a drink, meal, explore, and continue when ready. - Listen again after taking it in person. - Professionally produced with top notch narration and music to set the atmosphere. We are going to pass many points of interest and I won’t be surprised – or upset – if you want to pause the tour and browse in one of the many unique shops or art galleries or if you want to stop and recharge at one of the great restaurants or bars. I’ll just wait patiently on the sidewalk and when you come back out, we will resume the tour when you are ready. Try doing that on a group tour!! Are you ready? I’ll meet you just outside the Asheville Art Museum at the blue orb at Pack Square.
What's included
Included
- go at your own pace and schedule
- smart phone guided tour on our walking tour app
- the tour never expires
Not included
- no food, drink, entrance tickets or human guide, it's an app
What you'll see and do
The tour starts at the corner here where you'll hear about the founding of Asheville.
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The tour stops at the O. Henry's plaque, and you'll her his story, and other notable people of Asheville.
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The tour stops outside the S & W building where you can stop and pause the tour to explore more.
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The tour stops at the Woolworth Walk, a famous storefront where you'll learn it's story, and explore.
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It's a giant Iron! Outside of the Iron building!
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See the hidden steps covered with a waterfull mural, and hear the story of how they got here.
5 minutes here
Grove Arcade
We will walk past the Grove arcade, you'll hear it's history and have a chance to pause the tour and explore.
Pass by without stopping
The tour stops outside the famous Basilica, you'll learn a bit of it's story, and get a chance to pop in if it's open.
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The tour stops outside the Masonic Temple.
Pass by without stopping
Stop at the Thomas Wolfe shoe footprints and step in his shoes to see what the city looked like in his day.
5 minutes here
Thomas Wolfe Memorial
The tour stops outside of his house where you'll learn a bit of his story.
Pass by without stopping
The tour stops outside of Packs Tavern where you'll learn about it's prohibition prohibition history.
5 minutes here
The tour ends at Pack's Square and the historic Jackson building.
Pass by without stopping
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Asheville
The tour starts at the corner of N Pack Square and SW Pack Square at the Crossroads Monument.
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
The tour ends outside the historic Jackson Building.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- WalknTours
Know before you go
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 15 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
2 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Knowledge and storytelling
2 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Pace and timing
2 mentionsSeveral reviewers comment on how the schedule is paced.
Traveler reviews
15 verified traveler reviews for Asheville's Historic Smart Phone Guided App (GPS) Walking Tour. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Must DO!
Absolutely prefect!!! Go at your own pace… stop and explore… pick up where you left off!!! So informative about the history and the area!!! It’s a MUST DO experience!!!
via Viator
Fun adventure
The audio doesn’t go based off your gps so it tends to go too fast or too slow. So it’s easy to get lost or have to rewind. Otherwise it was a great, easy tour.
via Viator
Too short
I started using the app but I think it hiccuped because it was a very short tour. When I got back to the hotel and reviewed the itinerary, the app had skipped a majority of the planned stops.
via Viator
A great solo activity
This is simply an app that you download and it walks you through the town. I had a day and I was by myself, so it was fun to do. I would not recommend it with a group as you should each listen alone. It was a nice tour of the city With historical facts. The directions are easy to follow. I would recommend it if you want a quick tour of the city with a little bit of history.
via Viator
Useful app for walking tours
I purchased tour for Asheville and discovered the App where there are guides for a lot of places. I tried to purchase few more guides through app but unfortunately in vain… Would be good is I could
via Viator
Good to know
- Duration
- 1 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 5
- Verdict
- Solid Choice
Why this scores 62
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Asheville's Historic Smart Phone Guided App (GPS) Walking Tour: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Asheville.
How much does Asheville's Historic Smart Phone Guided App (GPS) Walking Tour cost?
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Prices start at $10 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Asheville usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Asheville's Historic Smart Phone Guided App (GPS) Walking Tour take?
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Plan for about 1 hour from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Asheville is not rushed.
Is Asheville's Historic Smart Phone Guided App (GPS) Walking Tour worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 62 out of 100, which we label "Solid Choice". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.2/5 across 15 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Asheville, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Asheville's Historic Smart Phone Guided App (GPS) Walking Tour?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Asheville's Historic Smart Phone Guided App (GPS) Walking Tour suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 1-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Asheville's Historic Smart Phone Guided App (GPS) Walking Tour?
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Around 5 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Asheville can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Asheville and add a light layer if any part of the 1-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Asheville's Historic Smart Phone Guided App (GPS) Walking Tour start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Asheville within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Asheville?
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Asheville pairs Biltmore Estate visits with Blue Ridge Parkway waterfall tours, brewery crawls through one of the densest beer scenes in America, and guided hikes in Pisgah. Biltmore ticket handling and parkway route detail are what to check. On Outty we rank every Asheville experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Blue Ridge Parkway and Waterfall Hiking Tour from Asheville, Asheville Historic Downtown Guided Electric Bike Tour with Scenic Views, Gem Mining and Goat Farm Walking Tour in Hendersonville. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Asheville?
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April to June and October for autumn colour. Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Asheville?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
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