Historic Music Scene Walking Tour in Asheville

5.0 (30 reviews) Asheville, USA
Duration2h - 3h
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish
Group sizeUp to 15 travelers

Overview

Explore Asheville’s Music Scene! Yesterday and Today! We will tell you about Asheville’s connections to members of national and regional Music Halls of Fame. You will learn the local venues for national touring acts, as well as, the spots for our area’s amazing local talent! We will discover Asheville’s historic Grove Arcade, Citizen-Times Building (AKA Citizens Vinyl) and the Flatiron Building. Learn about Asheville’s historic connection to the early days of America’s radio and record industries. After an informative walk around our historic city, the tour will finish at Asheville’s famous Moogseum: A first rate museum to Bob Moog and his historic Moog Synthesizers. Discount tickets will be available to continue your tour with the good folks at the Moogseum. A must see for all serious musicians!

What's included

  • Discounts at Museum
  • Gratuities

What to expect

  1. Moogseum
    20m · Admission ticket not included
    You will be allowed discounted entry into the Moogseum
  2. Pass by
    We will pass by Citizen Vinyl and learn about the history of the building and how they are pressing Vinyls there today!
  3. Jack of the Wood
    Pass by
    The spot for local bluegrass. We will talk about who has played here and who will be playing in the near future
  4. Pass by
    Current music venue! We will talk about some big names that have played, tell you more about the space, and how you can best enjoy it!
  5. The Orange Peel
    5m
    Featured stop on the national R&B and Soul tours in the 60s and 70s! Talk about the history of the Orange Peel and what's there to visit now!
  6. Wortham Center For The Performing Arts
    Pass by
    Great seating, great acoustics, still active theatre and music venue
  7. Pack Square
    Pass by
    Where many of Asheville's festivals and events are held in town!

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Your guide David will be standing in front of the building near the dancer statues in a blue T-shirt

End point

This is the Moogseum Museum!

Additional information

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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