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Food scene
Outdoor dining, rooftop bar, great beer selection, good food and service. Reservations recommended.
83 locals recommend
Shine
202 N Main StOutdoor dining, rooftop bar, great beer selection, good food and service. Reservations recommended.
Umi
633 N Main StBest Sushi in the area! Great service and outdoor dining available.
Excellent service and fantastic food. Nice piano bar atmosphere and outdoor dining available.
35 locals recommend
Brandy's on Main
111 S Main StExcellent service and fantastic food. Nice piano bar atmosphere and outdoor dining available.
A local favorite. Sit at the bar and chat with the friendly staff. Creative chef inspired dishes.
178 locals recommend
The Square Root
33 Times Arcade AlleyA local favorite. Sit at the bar and chat with the friendly staff. Creative chef inspired dishes.
Great wood fired pizza and other delicious items with a city vibe. On a side street off Main near the Henderson County building, so don't miss it.
138 locals recommend
West First Wood-Fired
101B 1st Ave WGreat wood fired pizza and other delicious items with a city vibe. On a side street off Main near the Henderson County building, so don't miss it.
Take a tour of the impressive brewery, have a pint, listen to live music or sit by the fire pit with a cold one!
726 locals recommend
Sierra Nevada Brewery
100 Sierra Nevada WayTake a tour of the impressive brewery, have a pint, listen to live music or sit by the fire pit with a cold one!
Neighborhoods
Stroll down Main Street and visit the Mast General Store, McFarlans Bakery, Kilwins Ice Cream, Dancing Bear Toys, Wag Pet Boutique & a variety of clothing boutiques, antique stores & art galleries. Things to do include a Pinball Museum, Hands On! Children's Museum and many events and festivals. Dine al fresco at one of the many restaurants after your busy day.
283 locals recommend
Hendersonville
Stroll down Main Street and visit the Mast General Store, McFarlans Bakery, Kilwins Ice Cream, Dancing Bear Toys, Wag Pet Boutique & a variety of clothing boutiques, antique stores & art galleries. Things to do include a Pinball Museum, Hands On! Children's Museum and many events and festivals. Dine al fresco at one of the many restaurants after your busy day.
A quaint downtown area with a variety of unique store to browse. Stop in the White Squirrel Shop, MANtiques, DD Bullwinkel's Outdoors, O.P. Taylor's Toys, Highland Books, clothing boutiques and art galleries. Try the vintage inspired Rocky's Grill & Soda Shop for a burger, sundae, shake, or root beer float!
232 locals recommend
Brevard
A quaint downtown area with a variety of unique store to browse. Stop in the White Squirrel Shop, MANtiques, DD Bullwinkel's Outdoors, O.P. Taylor's Toys, Highland Books, clothing boutiques and art galleries. Try the vintage inspired Rocky's Grill & Soda Shop for a burger, sundae, shake, or root beer float!
Sightseeing
Hike to the many waterfalls, lakes or covered bridge. Take a horseback ride with Rusty Spur Trail Rides or rent a bike (or bring your own) and ride the trails.
624 locals recommend
Dupont State Forest
Staton RoadHike to the many waterfalls, lakes or covered bridge. Take a horseback ride with Rusty Spur Trail Rides or rent a bike (or bring your own) and ride the trails.
A great place to hike, bike and fly fish the trophy water of Davidson River. Favorite trails are Daniel's Ridge or Looking Glass Rock. For an easier trail, take the level hike along the Davidson River.
251 locals recommend
Pisgah Forest
A great place to hike, bike and fly fish the trophy water of Davidson River. Favorite trails are Daniel's Ridge or Looking Glass Rock. For an easier trail, take the level hike along the Davidson River.
Historic Site with beautiful grounds to hike. Great views
174 locals recommend
Carl Sandburg Home National Historic Site
1800 Little River RdHistoric Site with beautiful grounds to hike. Great views
Drive thorough Pisgah National Forest to the Blue Ridge Parkway. Many scenic overlooks and Hiking trails off the road from this high elevation. Certain sections are closed seasonally and you can bike or walk the parkway when closed to vehicles during the winter months.
757 locals recommend
Blue Ridge Parkway
3884 Blue Ridge ParkwayDrive thorough Pisgah National Forest to the Blue Ridge Parkway. Many scenic overlooks and Hiking trails off the road from this high elevation. Certain sections are closed seasonally and you can bike or walk the parkway when closed to vehicles during the winter months.
Climb to the top of Chimney Rock for beautiful views of Lake Lure (where Dirty Dancing was filmed). Nice downtown with Burntshirt Winery tasting room, shops and restaurants.
333 locals recommend
Chimney Rock State Park
431 Main StClimb to the top of Chimney Rock for beautiful views of Lake Lure (where Dirty Dancing was filmed). Nice downtown with Burntshirt Winery tasting room, shops and restaurants.
Tour the grounds and estate of the Vanderbuilt Family. Grand rooms, elegant furnishings and art and beautiful greenhouse with manicured gardens. Be sure to do a free wine tasting with your admission and catch a bite to eat at Cedric's Tavern or an ice cream cone at the creamery.
174 locals recommend
Biltmore Estate
1 Approach RoadTour the grounds and estate of the Vanderbuilt Family. Grand rooms, elegant furnishings and art and beautiful greenhouse with manicured gardens. Be sure to do a free wine tasting with your admission and catch a bite to eat at Cedric's Tavern or an ice cream cone at the creamery.
One of the top things to do with families as rated by Trip Advisor. Pan for gold and discover hidden gems.
43 locals recommend
Elijah Mountain Gem Mine
2120 Brevard RdOne of the top things to do with families as rated by Trip Advisor. Pan for gold and discover hidden gems.
Hosts several events throughout the year. RV shows, Rodeos, state and county fairs with rides, vintage market days, music events and more! Check their schedule during your visit.
WNC Agricultural Center
9237, 761 Boylston HwyHosts several events throughout the year. RV shows, Rodeos, state and county fairs with rides, vintage market days, music events and more! Check their schedule during your visit.
City/town information
Stroll the streets of Asheville and the many shops, art galleries, micro brews & music venues. Stop in Wicked Weed for their famous beer, catch a show at the Orange Peel or The Grey Eagle. Favorite restaurant...Curate'
904 locals recommend
Asheville
Stroll the streets of Asheville and the many shops, art galleries, micro brews & music venues. Stop in Wicked Weed for their famous beer, catch a show at the Orange Peel or The Grey Eagle. Favorite restaurant...Curate'