Guide To Asheville
Sightseeing
The entrance to the Blue Ridge Parkway is approximately 7 miles away. The views are beautiful, there are a couple places to hike and/or have a picnic.
757 locals recommend
Blue Ridge Parkway
3884 Blue Ridge ParkwayThe entrance to the Blue Ridge Parkway is approximately 7 miles away. The views are beautiful, there are a couple places to hike and/or have a picnic.
Hike the Appalachian Trail at Max Patch. Moderate 2 mile loop with stunning 360-degree views.
227 locals recommend
Max Patch
Max Patch RoadHike the Appalachian Trail at Max Patch. Moderate 2 mile loop with stunning 360-degree views.
Just off the Blue Ridge Parkway, south of Asheville. Relatively moderate, dog friendly, 1.4 miles round trip.
168 locals recommend
Black Balsam Knob
Art Loeb TrailJust off the Blue Ridge Parkway, south of Asheville. Relatively moderate, dog friendly, 1.4 miles round trip.
Stunning waterfall views on the Blue Ridge Parkway near Asheville. Reltively moderate, dog friendly, 1.75 miles.
49 locals recommend
Linville Falls - Trail and Waterfall
Stunning waterfall views on the Blue Ridge Parkway near Asheville. Reltively moderate, dog friendly, 1.75 miles.
Nature lover's paradise with spectacular views, just outside of Asheville.
333 locals recommend
Chimney Rock State Park
431 Main StNature lover's paradise with spectacular views, just outside of Asheville.
The Biltmore House is the largest privately owned home in the United States. Activities include wine tastings, archery, hiking, guided bike rides, carriage rides, kyaking, sporting clay lessons, fishing, horseback riding, self-guided visit to the gardens, self-guided tour of the house (1.5 hours) and Candlelight Christmas Evenings.
1485 locals recommend
Biltmore
1 Lodge StThe Biltmore House is the largest privately owned home in the United States. Activities include wine tastings, archery, hiking, guided bike rides, carriage rides, kyaking, sporting clay lessons, fishing, horseback riding, self-guided visit to the gardens, self-guided tour of the house (1.5 hours) and Candlelight Christmas Evenings.
One of the most beautiful waterfalls, located just off the Blue Ridge Parkway north of Asheville. Relatively Moderate, dog friendly, 2.7 miles round trip.
155 locals recommend
Crabtree Falls
39000 Blue Ridge PkwyOne of the most beautiful waterfalls, located just off the Blue Ridge Parkway north of Asheville. Relatively Moderate, dog friendly, 2.7 miles round trip.
Stunning long-range views, more difficult, dog friendly, 2.3 miles round trip.
19 locals recommend
Mt. Pisgah Trailhead, Asheville, NC
Stunning long-range views, more difficult, dog friendly, 2.3 miles round trip.
Arboretum in a forest with mountain views, gardens & a bonsai exhibit, plus hiking & biking paths.
582 locals recommend
The North Carolina Arboretum
100 Frederick Law Olmsted WayArboretum in a forest with mountain views, gardens & a bonsai exhibit, plus hiking & biking paths.
Galleries of traditional & modern Southern Appalachian crafts, with a library & gift shop.
255 locals recommend
The Folk Art Center (Southern Highland Craft Guild)
382 Blue Ridge PkwyGalleries of traditional & modern Southern Appalachian crafts, with a library & gift shop.
A zoo exploring flora & fauna of the Southern Appalachian region, with more than 60 animal species.
295 locals recommend
WNC Nature Center
75 Gashes Creek RdA zoo exploring flora & fauna of the Southern Appalachian region, with more than 60 animal species.
One of the country's favorite rafting rivers, experiencing Asheville's French Broad River is a paddler's rite of passage. On this guided tour, you'll raft through four miles of Class II and III rapids, stopping for river dips, taking in the views of the surrounding Pisgah National Forest, and eventually ending with an Asheville tradition; a cold, local craft beer.
109 locals recommend
French Broad Adventures
12 Good Adventures LnOne of the country's favorite rafting rivers, experiencing Asheville's French Broad River is a paddler's rite of passage. On this guided tour, you'll raft through four miles of Class II and III rapids, stopping for river dips, taking in the views of the surrounding Pisgah National Forest, and eventually ending with an Asheville tradition; a cold, local craft beer.
Nestled in the Blue Ridge Mountains along the French Broad River, and close to The River Arts District. Every Friday is Fat Tire Friday, featuring a selection of rotating food trucks.
450 locals recommend
New Belgium Brewing Company
21 Craven StNestled in the Blue Ridge Mountains along the French Broad River, and close to The River Arts District. Every Friday is Fat Tire Friday, featuring a selection of rotating food trucks.
Amazing aerial zip line adventure with jaw dropping speeds and heights make this a thrilling unforgettable experience.
279 locals recommend
Navitat Canopy Adventures
242 Poverty Branch RdAmazing aerial zip line adventure with jaw dropping speeds and heights make this a thrilling unforgettable experience.
Food scene
Okie Dokies Smokehouse
2375 US-70Delicious local BBQ.
Athens Pizza
11 Patton Cove RdLocal sub and pizza restaurant.
Colorful outpost of a taqueria mini-chain known for its eclectic, ever-changing combinations.
440 locals recommend
White Duck Taco Shop
388 Riverside DrColorful outpost of a taqueria mini-chain known for its eclectic, ever-changing combinations.
Local grass fed beef, never fed antibiotics or growth hormones and always humanely raised and handled.
151 locals recommend
Farm Burger Asheville
10 Patton AveLocal grass fed beef, never fed antibiotics or growth hormones and always humanely raised and handled.
Talented hibachi chefs serve up quality fare with a sizzling side of showmanship. Fresh specials from the sushi bar.
10 locals recommend
Ichiban
2 Hendersonville RdTalented hibachi chefs serve up quality fare with a sizzling side of showmanship. Fresh specials from the sushi bar.
Casual eatery with fresh seafood. Located in historic downtown Asheville.
61 locals recommend
The Lobster Trap
35 Patton AveCasual eatery with fresh seafood. Located in historic downtown Asheville.
Brazilian Steakhouse is a unique all you can eat "Churrascaria" located in downtown Asheville. Featuring a 35 item Salad Bar with Hod Dishes and a "parade" of different types of meats sliced at your table by our Gauchos.
11 locals recommend
Brasilia Churrasco Steakhouse
26 E Walnut StBrazilian Steakhouse is a unique all you can eat "Churrascaria" located in downtown Asheville. Featuring a 35 item Salad Bar with Hod Dishes and a "parade" of different types of meats sliced at your table by our Gauchos.
Casual breakfast & lunch hub serving massive biscuits with a variety of toppings & pairings.
472 locals recommend
Biscuit Head
733 Haywood RdCasual breakfast & lunch hub serving massive biscuits with a variety of toppings & pairings.
Southern comfort food with a creative twist, plus craft beers & cocktails.
305 locals recommend
Tupelo Honey
12 College StSouthern comfort food with a creative twist, plus craft beers & cocktails.