Winter in Asheville, N.C.

Winter is Asheville’s undiscovered season. Take in stunning long-range views on winter hikes, enjoy a show at The Orange Peel or other top Asheville music venues, dine at the best Asheville restaurants with fewer crowds, and enjoy the best rates of the year with last-minute travel deals on local hotels and mountain cabin rentals. Cozy up to a romantic weekend getaway at an Asheville bed and breakfast, or bring the kids along for an affordable family road trip. Don’t forget your Biltmore Estate tickets for a chance to see America’s Largest Home, and be sure to check our calendar of events for upcoming winter festivals, theater performances and live music throughout the season.

Search Lodging

  • Things to Do in Winter
  • 5 Great Winter Hikes Near Asheville
    Warm Up On These Top Winter Hiking Trails Taking a winter hike offers many advantages: refreshing temperatures, fewer hikes and even better views thanks to leafless trees and our famous deep blue skies. Here are five great winter hikes that are easy
  • 5 Great Winter Hikes Near Asheville5 Great Winter Hikes Near Asheville
    Warm Up On These Top Winter Hiking Trails Taking a winter hike offers many advantages: refreshing temperatures, fewer hikes and even better views thanks to leafless trees and our famous deep blue skies. Here are five great winter hikes that are easy
  • Top 10 Romantic Restaurants in AshevilleTop 10 Romantic Restaurants in Asheville
    Fan Favorites: Most Romantic Places to Dine in Asheville Feel the ambiance and savor the meals at Asheville's most intimate and romantic places to dine. From crackling fireplaces to stunning vistas, these restaurants serve up the perfect
  • Spa and Wellness Experiences with an Asheville TwistSpa and Wellness Experiences with an Asheville Twist
    Salt caves, foot spas and yoga tours, oh my! Asheville, North Carolina’s reputation as a destination for health and wellness dates back to the 1800s. Flash forward to today's modern spa and health-centric culture where experiences range
  • Discover Asheville's Top 5 Winter WondersDiscover Asheville's Top 5 Winter Wonders
    Asheville, North Carolina, is a dreamy, year-round destination for foodies, adventurers and wanderlusts alike. While the brilliant hues of fall or lively festivities of summer may catch your eye, Asheville’s quintessential winter is a perfect
  • Asheville's Top Romantic Weekend Getaway IdeasAsheville's Top Romantic Weekend Getaway Ideas
    Sweetie, Honey, Pumpkin', Boo—whatever you call your special someone, this is your chance to woo them with an incredible romantic getaway. Asheville is the perfect couples escape, whether you want to dine a romantic restaurant for a meal
  • Winter Sports and Activities in Asheville, N.C.Winter Sports and Activities in Asheville, N.C.
    Outdoor Winter Adventures Close to Downtown Asheville Asheville sits just below the highest peaks in the eastern United States. With high-elevation mountain peaks and a robust adventure culture, Asheville makes a great destination for winter sports
  • 7 Cozy Reasons Asheville is a Picture-Perfect Winter Destination7 Cozy Reasons Asheville is a Picture-Perfect Winter Destination
    Coziness reaches new heights in Asheville, North Carolina, named one of the U.S.’s coziest cities. And as the cuddly Danish trend of hygge spreads like a soft alpaca blanket, Asheville stays true to its mountain comforts—crackling

More to Explore in Winter

Asheville’s Top Mocktails and Non Alcoholic Beverages

Asheville’s Top Mocktails and Non Alcoholic Beverages

Since Dry January was officially established a decade ago, the movement to just say no to alcohol for 31 days has increasingly extended throughout the year. That has sparked demand for alternatives that don’t leave people who are sober-curious… read more

6 RAD Reasons to Rent a Mountain Cabin in Asheville, N.C.

6 RAD Reasons to Rent a Mountain Cabin in Asheville, N.C.

From rustic to luxury, Asheville cabin rentals provide a place to call your own If you’re looking for accommodations with character, then you should definitely consider an Asheville cabin rental. Tucked throughout the Blue Ridge Mountains are… read more

How to Spend a Day in Asheville's River Arts District

How to Spend a Day in Asheville's River Arts District

Living and Learning with the Artists Asheville’s River Arts District (RAD) is a destination that grew out of necessity. Artists needed cheap rent and large spaces. An industrial zone east of the railroad tracks had a glut of aging and empty… read more