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RAD Rising: From Flood to Flourish – A tip-based RAD walking tour

By Asheville Free Walking Tours
9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
Free cancellation available
Price is AU$8 per adult
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Features
  • Free cancellation available
  • 2h 30m
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Multiple languages
Overview

Join us for an unforgettable journey through the heart of the River Arts District, where history, artistry, and resilience come to life. This community has weathered immense challenges—including a historic flood in 1916 and the most recent flood of 2024, which is considered the thousand year flood. This vibrant community of artists has risen from the wreckage, more passionate than ever to share their stories and creations with you.

On this pay-as-you-wish tour, you’ll explore the district’s rich history, meet incredible artists who lost everything yet refused to give up, and hear first-hand accounts of survival and rebirth. Along the way, enjoy a delicious tasting, witness a mesmerising glass-blowing demonstration, and experience the indomitable spirit that makes this artistic hub so special.

Come support, celebrate, and be inspired. The River Arts District is back—and ready to welcome you!

About 1.5 a mile walk

Activity location

  • Trackside Studios
    • 375 Depot St, River Arts District
    • 28801-4310, Asheville, North Carolina, United States

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Trackside Studios
    • 375 Depot Street
    • 28801, Asheville, North Carolina, United States

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Tip-Based River Arts District
  • Activity duration is 2 hours and 30 minutes2h 30m
    2h 30m
  • English
Language options: English
Starting time: 2:00 pm
Price details
AU$7.59 x 1 AdultAU$7.59
Total
Price is AU$7.59
Private River Arts District
  • Activity duration is 2 hours and 30 minutes2h 30m
    2h 30m
  • English

Private Tour : Just your party
Customisable

Starting time: 3:00 pm
Price details
AU$136.65 x 1 AdultAU$136.65
Total
Price is AU$136.65

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's includedEntrance to venues, tastings, and live demonstrations
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedService charge

Know before you book

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

Activity itinerary

Trackside Studios
  • 10m
We will start here with a demonstration from the artist of how their artwork is paired with videography to create a unique multimedia experience
The Grey Eagle
  • 10m
  • Admission ticket included
Guests will get a private tour of this historical music venue including stories about different musicians who have performed here as well as the history behind the murals and paintings that line the walls.
362 Depot
  • 10m
We will meet some local artist and explore their galleries
Lexington Glassworks
  • 10m
We will watch a live glass blowing experience. Depending on which artists are available, we may even get to interact with one of the glass blowers and have them explain the process to us!

Location

Activity location

  • LOB_ACTIVITIESLOB_ACTIVITIESTrackside Studios
    • 375 Depot St, River Arts District
    • 28801-4310, Asheville, North Carolina, United States

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLETrackside Studios
    • 375 Depot Street
    • 28801, Asheville, North Carolina, United States

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