Historic Music Scene Walking Tour in Asheville

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!

1. 1

   Moogseum

   20 min

   You will be allowed discounted entry into the Moogseum

2. 2

   Stop 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. 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. 4

   Stop 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. 5

   The Orange Peel

   5 min

   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. 6

   Wortham Center For The Performing Arts

   Pass by

   Great seating, great acoustics, still active theatre and music venue

7. 7

   Pack Square

   Pass by

   Where many of Asheville's festivals and events are held in town!

• 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

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