Explore Asheville’s Historic Downtown on an Electric Bike Tour
Ride through Asheville’s historic streets on an electric bike, exploring architectural gems and scenic viewpoints with an expert guide. This 3-hour tour eases city hills and deepens your connection to Asheville’s evolving story.
The Experience
Before You Go
Use electric assist for Asheville’s hills
Take advantage of the bike’s pedal assist to manage the city’s steep elevations without fatigue.
Bring a refillable water bottle
Stay hydrated throughout the tour, especially on warmer days or longer segments between stops.
Wear comfortable shoes
Choose footwear that’s good for both cycling and walking to safely navigate bike paths and stops.
Check weather forecast before booking
Tours depend on favorable weather; be prepared with rain gear if sprinkles are forecast.
Local Knowledge
Hidden Gems
- •Quiet paths along the French Broad River greenway
- •Historic Battery Park neighborhood with early 20th-century architecture
Wildlife
- •Eastern gray squirrels
- •Various songbird species
Conservation Note
Efforts to promote cycling and walking in Asheville support reduced urban emissions and protect surrounding mountain ecosystems.
Asheville’s downtown includes buildings from the early 1900s that reflect its boom during the railroad expansion era.
Photographer's Notes
- • Downtown Asheville skyline from Battery Park
- • The Grove Arcade exterior
- • Blue Ridge mountain backdrop from city vantage points
What to Bring
HelmetEssential
Provided on tour for safety, but bring your own if preferred.
Water bottleEssential
Hydration is key when cycling, especially on warm days.
Light rain poncho
Useful in spring when rain showers are more frequent.
Layered clothingEssential
Temperatures can change rapidly in fall; layers help regulate comfort.
Common Questions
Do I need prior cycling experience?
Basic bike riding skills are needed, but the electric assists make the hills manageable for most riders.
Are helmets provided?
Yes, helmets are included with the electric bike rental for all participants.
What happens if it rains?
Tours may be postponed or rescheduled if weather is unsafe; light rain sometimes allowed with ponchos.
Can children participate?
Riders must be at least 16 years old; younger children can ride as passengers on cargo bikes with an adult.
Where does the tour start and end?
Both start and end at the Asheville Visitors Center in downtown Asheville.
Is the tour wheelchair accessible?
This tour requires bike riding and balancing, so it is not suitable for wheelchair users.
Book This Experience
Check AvailabilityDuration
3 hours
Location
Asheville, North Carolina
Difficulty
moderate
Fitness Level
Suitable for riders comfortable balancing a bike and able to pedal intermittently, with electric assistance easing effort on hills.
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