Asheville Night-Time Walking Ghost Tour
by Joshua P. Warren Tours: Asheville & Vegas
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✓Confirmation before Wed, 9 Sept - card's only charged if it's a yes. If it's a no, still time to book on Viator.
Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.$53.90Overview
This two-hour walking tour in downtown Asheville focuses on the city's most haunted sites and their dark histories. The tour is led by a local guide who shares stories about notable spirits and eerie events connected to each location. The route includes stops at Pack Square, where tales of a mayor’s suicide and ghostly sightings are told; Grove Arcade, featuring the murder mystery of Helen Clevenger; and the Basilica of Saint Lawrence, known for the architect’s ghost seen near the dome he built. The tour also visits the Thomas Wolfe Memorial to discuss the author's connection to spirits and ends at Pritchard Park, a Civil War site where ghostly activity is reported. Participants should wear comfortable shoes for moderate walking. The tour runs in most weather conditions.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Pack Square
This stop covers the story of an Asheville mayor who died by suicide in the Jackson building and the question of how many people have jumped from the top. There is a bulls-eye on the sidewalk below connected to these events. Visitors hear about the ghost of the old jail, Thomas Wolfe’s ghost, Helen’s Bridge, and other local spirits during the 15-minute stop.
15 min
Grove Arcade
At this 10-minute stop, the guide recounts the controversial murder of Helen Clevenger in the Battery Park Hotel. On the anniversary of her death, a blood-red haze is said to appear around the window of her murder room.
10 min
Basilica of Saint Lawrence
This 10-minute visit focuses on the church’s architect who is buried within its walls. His apparition is reportedly seen at night, looking at the dome he constructed using a secret method.
10 min
Thomas Wolfe Memorial
During this 5-minute stop, the guide discusses the spirits of author Thomas Wolfe, known for "Look Homeward, Angel," and his brother. Wolfe wrote about spirits before his death at age 37, and their ghosts are said to roam the mansion’s halls.
5 min
Pritchard Park
This last 5-minute stop is at the site where troops gathered before the Civil War’s "Battle of Asheville." Visitors learn about reports of southern ghosts pushing people and the sound of spectral drums heard at night.
5 min
Meeting point
Meet 10 minutes before your tour time in the alleyway behind the Asheville Masonic Temple, at 80 Broadway Street. You need to enter the alleyway from the HomeTrust Bank side of the street.
End point
Meet 10 minutes before your tour time in the alleyway behind the Asheville Masonic Temple, at 80 Broadway Street. You need to enter the alleyway from the HomeTrust Bank side of the street.
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.
Additional info
Asheville Night-Time Walking Ghost Tour
by Joshua P. Warren Tours: Asheville & Vegas
Choose from 1 available option
How do you want to book?
✓Confirmation before Wed, 9 Sept - card's only charged if it's a yes. If it's a no, still time to book on Viator.
Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.$53.90Overview
This two-hour walking tour in downtown Asheville focuses on the city's most haunted sites and their dark histories. The tour is led by a local guide who shares stories about notable spirits and eerie events connected to each location. The route includes stops at Pack Square, where tales of a mayor’s suicide and ghostly sightings are told; Grove Arcade, featuring the murder mystery of Helen Clevenger; and the Basilica of Saint Lawrence, known for the architect’s ghost seen near the dome he built. The tour also visits the Thomas Wolfe Memorial to discuss the author's connection to spirits and ends at Pritchard Park, a Civil War site where ghostly activity is reported. Participants should wear comfortable shoes for moderate walking. The tour runs in most weather conditions.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Pack Square
This stop covers the story of an Asheville mayor who died by suicide in the Jackson building and the question of how many people have jumped from the top. There is a bulls-eye on the sidewalk below connected to these events. Visitors hear about the ghost of the old jail, Thomas Wolfe’s ghost, Helen’s Bridge, and other local spirits during the 15-minute stop.
15 min
Grove Arcade
At this 10-minute stop, the guide recounts the controversial murder of Helen Clevenger in the Battery Park Hotel. On the anniversary of her death, a blood-red haze is said to appear around the window of her murder room.
10 min
Basilica of Saint Lawrence
This 10-minute visit focuses on the church’s architect who is buried within its walls. His apparition is reportedly seen at night, looking at the dome he constructed using a secret method.
10 min
Thomas Wolfe Memorial
During this 5-minute stop, the guide discusses the spirits of author Thomas Wolfe, known for "Look Homeward, Angel," and his brother. Wolfe wrote about spirits before his death at age 37, and their ghosts are said to roam the mansion’s halls.
5 min
Pritchard Park
This last 5-minute stop is at the site where troops gathered before the Civil War’s "Battle of Asheville." Visitors learn about reports of southern ghosts pushing people and the sound of spectral drums heard at night.
5 min
Meeting point
Meet 10 minutes before your tour time in the alleyway behind the Asheville Masonic Temple, at 80 Broadway Street. You need to enter the alleyway from the HomeTrust Bank side of the street.
End point
Meet 10 minutes before your tour time in the alleyway behind the Asheville Masonic Temple, at 80 Broadway Street. You need to enter the alleyway from the HomeTrust Bank side of the street.
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.