Attractions

NOTICE: Asheville attractions, tours and experiences are opening slowly with new protocols for the safety of staff and guests. Opening procedures and offerings differ from business to business. Check individual business listings and websites for the latest information and open status and hours of operation.

Immerse yourself in the perennial beauty of Asheville’s natural wonders, be enchanted by the by-gone era of America’s Gilded Age, or embark upon a thrilling zipline adventure through the forest canopy. With activities that appeal to every traveler, create an Asheville experience all your own through one of our many unique attractions.

Biltmore Blooms

by Cat Kessler

Biltmore Estate Events for Spring 2021 Biltmore Blooms 2021: April 1-May 27, 2021 Welcome spring in high style at Biltmore with more than 110,000 flowers blooming in gardens fit for a Vanderbilt. At Biltmore Blooms, the estate's annual festival … read more
Wandering Weaverville: Main Street in the Countryside

by Constance E. Richards

Small-Town Shopping & Dining Awaits Just minutes from happening Asheville, small-town America is alive and well on Main Street, Weaverville. The pace of life remains slow and sweet here, surrounded by country roads, spacious farmlands, verdant … read more
The Ultimate Guide to a Girlfriends Getaway in Asheville

by Shayla Martin

A Three-Day Itinerary for a Fun-Filled Trip to Asheville Mastering the perfect girlfriends getaway is a bit of an art. A mix of personalities means that the ideal destination needs to have a range of activities and dining options for everyone. Lucky … read more
A Day on the Asheville Urban Trail

by Mark File

Walking through History on Asheville’s Urban Trail Asheville loves to do things differently. So it’s fitting the city’s history museum is outdoors along the sidewalks of downtown. Take a self-guided “scavenger hunt” … read more
50 Things to Do in Asheville, N.C.

by Del Holston

If you’re looking for things to do in Asheville, then consider this list your primer to the many activities available in the Blue Ridge Mountains. Whether you’re a first-time visitor, or perhaps well acquainted with the flair of this … read more
Christmas at Biltmore Estate

by Asheville Insider

America’s largest home transforms each holiday season for an awe-inspiring tradition in Asheville, N.C. that dates back more than 120 years. 2021-2022 Christmas at Biltmore Dates: Nov. 5, 2021-Jan. 9, 2022 Welcome the holiday season in style … read more