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Nature and Wildlife Toursfromper adult$99
City Toursfromper adult$27
Adventure Toursfromper adult$69
Adventure Toursfromper adult$75
Food & Drinkfromper adult$69
Food & Drinkfromper adult$78
4WD Toursfromper adult$99
Historical Toursfromper adult (price varies by group size)$5- fromper adult$135
Adventure Toursfromper adult$105
Historic Sites
Historical estate showcasing early 1900s lifestyle, with self-guided audio house tours, candlelight evenings, and tranquil gardens. Includes artisan demos and family-friendly sunflower fields.
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National Parks
Tranquil gardens with diverse plant life, shaded hiking trails of varying difficulties, educational center with native flora exhibits, and a seasonal "Winter Lights" display.
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Speciality Museums
Mountain artisan center displaying an array of handcrafted quilts, woodwork, ceramics, and jewelry, with pieces dating back to the late 1800s in a gallery-like setting.
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Speciality Museums
Arcade and pinball haven with a nostalgic touch, presenting a medley of classic games. Enjoy minimal wait times and a variety of challenges amid a retro ambiance perfect for all ages.
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Churches & Cathedrals
Historic church with a stunning domed ceiling, intricate tile work, and impressive stained glass windows. Showcases a circular brick interior and richly detailed side chaplets for art and history admirers.
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Visitor Centers
Ideal launch point for downtown exploration, featuring a clean, modern ambiance with abundant resources, maps, and a historic neighborhood trolley tour.
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Art Galleries
Glassworks studio with live glass blowing demonstrations. Showcases colorful glassware, from vases to lighting, ideal for art enthusiasts and collectors.
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Art Galleries
Historic building transformed into an art gallery, showcasing local paintings, pottery, and jewelry. Features a nostalgic soda fountain with a lunch counter ambiance.
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Art Galleries
Quaint village with unique art studios, crafts, and antique car museum near scenic Grove Park Inn, showcasing local artisans and history.
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Nature & Wildlife Areas
Discover local wildlife in a serene natural setting, featuring indigenous wolves and otters, as well as unique red wolf pups. Ideal for a family outing with educational exhibits and animal viewings.
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Historic Sites
Historical home providing a window into early 20th-century life and the influences on a celebrated author's works, with insightful, docent-led tours.
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Breweries
Riverside brewery with a selection of craft beers and curated flights, complemented by a variety of food trucks. Features eco-friendly design, river views, and a dog-friendly outdoor patio. Offers tours with historical insights.
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- rinyNew England1,147 contributionsThe Biltmore is a huge estate outside downtown Asheville. The house and gardens were very elaborate and impressive. They also had a special exhibit (Chihuly) while we were there - excellent.
But the crowds were very large even on a weekday - with long lines as a result.Written May 10, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - GhostrainchaserHighlands Ranch, CO242 contributionsI arrived shortly after the gardens opened the first sign that is was to be a good day was the women taking the parkway fee mention reciprocating gardens. My wife and I have a membership for Denver Botanical Gardens but my wife had the membership card at home. The attendant said she was going in a few weeks.
The entry way to the walkways were overflowing with blooms for their Annual “Blooms with a View” . There are more than enough benches and a few rockers to be found to take a moment to rest and meditate upon the beauty and serenity of formal gardens and woodland pathways which seemed to be endless. For a person of my age (73) it was a treasure to behold and see many new things I have not seen in the many gardens my wife to seen around the world over the years.Written May 8, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - Richardandlaurie50 contributionsWe stopped here on the way to our Blue ridge Mountain Tour. The artist work is so beautiful. They even had demonstrations of pottery making - really interesting to watch. There are very diverse pieces by multiple artists. Wood, pottery, glass, carvings, hats, books, etc. I have spent hours looking at everything. I took home some beautiful pieces as memories of our trip.Written April 8, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- DDStovallGainesville, GA787 contributionsGreat experience and brought back a lot of childhood memories. LOTS of pinball machines and old time video games from a bygone era.Written April 21, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Opinion8edWebster, NY27 contributionsHad the distinct pleasure of attending Mass here on 4/27/24 and felt most welcome. The tour provided afterwards was very professional and fascinating. A husband and wife couple provided excellent information about the church and its builders. They truly brought history to life and successfully shared their love for design, architecture, and their parish. Thanks so much!Written April 28, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Devri O1 contributionThe grey line trolly was my favorite it was really educational and very entertaining… our guide (uncle Ted) was phenomenal!!!Written March 28, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- DesiraeMarieCrossville, TN221 contributionsWe come here every visit to Asheville and buy an ornament! I love that they are unique and one of a kind. They have a variety of items and everything is beautiful! We even grabbed some glass ware this last visit!Written January 23, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- melissa cNiceville, FL9 contributionsThe Woolworth Walk was a very cool experience. It has artwork from all different types of artists and mediums. The kids even enjoyed wandering around exploring all the different boothsWritten March 23, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- slonnieMiddletown, NJ120 contributionsWhat a lovely spot! Grovewood Village was our first stop after arriving in Asheville. What we liked is the more intimate experience of the larger next door Grove Park Inn hotel.
Tom, the antique car docent, is hands down the nicest person to guide you through not only the car museum but help with any questions you have about Biltmore Industries. For families, there is a fun exhibit outside of whimsical animals as well as what looks like a fun small restaurant, elders (I think was the name). Compared to some of the other busier more congested spots in Asheville this a wonderful gem of a retreat.Written April 15, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - madelineAsheville, NC20 contributionsMy family and I come to the Nature Center often. We have had the most luck seeing the most animals early in the morning or on cool days. When it is hot or late in the day they all seem to be sleeping and are sometimes hard to see during that time. We always start with the Otters and circle back to them. If they aren’t swimming or visible during our first stop we always see them on the 2nd stop. In all of our trips we have never seen every animal in one trip. They have lots of good places to hide to sleep. In addition to the animals there are lots of play areas to break up the time and picnic tables for a lunch or snacks.Written April 13, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- JohnAnnColumbia_MDColumbia, MD1,740 contributionsWe took the tour of the Thomas Wolfe home at about 10:30 am on a Wednesday. There is limited free parking at the house. The tour guide was excellent and the inexpensive tour was quite informative. The original furniture was spectacular for a 1900s boarding house. The exhibit which included many original family possessions was also very informative. The biographical film was truly excellent. One obtained an exceptionally good description of Thomas Wolfe's life and literary career. We highly recommend this marvelous experience to all. We spent about 2 hours for the tour and exhibits.Written April 17, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- wethikerNaples139 contributionsWe all liked New Belgium and they had a huge variety of beers at the best prices in town. It's a factory for beer with a large indoor space and a beautiful outside area overlooking the river. We love the breweries in Asheville and this one has the best scenic view. Most days the outside heaters were off. Lots of food trucks but we came here every week for beer as it was only five minutes from our rental.Written April 10, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
Frequently Asked Questions about Asheville
- The top attractions to visit in Asheville are:
- Biltmore
- The North Carolina Arboretum
- New Belgium Brewing Company
- Asheville Pinball Museum
- Craggy Gardens
- The best outdoor activities in Asheville according to Tripadvisor travelers are:
- Adventure Center of Asheville
- The North Carolina Arboretum
- CURVE Studios & Garden
- Craggy Gardens
- Western North Carolina Nature Center
- The best day trips from Asheville according to Tripadvisor travelers are:
- Blue Ridge Parkway Waterfalls Hiking Tour from Asheville
- Group Half Day Waterfall Hiking Tour
- Private Boutique Blue Ridge Parkway Full Day Tour
- Privately Guided Full Day Hike
- Carolina Waterfalls and Highlands Private VIP Boutique Tour
- The most popular things to do in Asheville with kids according to Tripadvisor travelers are:
- Asheville Jeep Tours
- Hood Huggers Interantional
- Asheville by Foot - Walking Tours
- The Flying Bike
- Gray Line Trolley Tours
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