Virtual Asheville | Asheville, NC's Official Travel Site

Need a moment of inspiration, a positive dream for the future, or a moment of zen? This collection of the sights, creativity, and spirit of Asheville, made available virtually, is here for you until the time to visit. While we anticipate that day, we remain Together In Spirit.

Asheville Outdoors while indoors

Until you can hit the trail again, you can experience the wonder of the Blue Ridge Mountains even while staying inside. From the comfort of your couch, virtually explore favorite Asheville mountain…

Biltmore in 360

Biltmore is a place that can easily take your breath away. From the awe-inspiring details inside the home to the beautifully-manicured gardens and trails, you'll find there's so much to explore.

Wellness Tips from Wellville

Asheville has served as a wellness destination for more than a century. Doctors often prescribed a trip to Asheville to take in the area's cool and clean mountain air. During the tuberculosis crisis…

Virtual Museum Strolls and Cultural

Long-known as an arts hub with connections to the American Craft Revival and mid-20th-centry avant-garde movements, the Asheville area features hundreds of fine artists, mountain crafters, folk…

Virtual Events

Asheville's musicians, artists, performers, and makers are bringing their creativity into your home.

Enrich Yourself With Asheville

You've likely had it on your to-do list for some time: learn a new skill. Maybe you've always wanted to try your hand at pottery, test the waters with acting or simply educate yourself on a topic that…

Asheville Music Anywhere

Music has long been a reason for gathering in the Blue Ridge Mountains. In many cases, that has meant playing instruments together or dancing. Or, oftentimes you would find people doing both at the…

Virtual Shopping

Peruse shops and retailers who are making their items available for online ordering while their physical location is closed for your safety.

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Explore AVL's Virtual Museums

The  Asheville Art Museum, has an  online treasure trove of material, including live art appreciation discussions, kids activities, and collection exploration. The  Southern Highland Craft Guild  takes you on a virtual tour. And the Black Mountain College Musem + Art Center has created a new "Museum from Home." Find a full roundup here.

Asheville, N.C. through the eyes of Sammy the rescue dog!

Meet Sammy, a four-year-old Corgi-Sheltie rescue dog! He loves to hike and catch Frisbees in his dog-friendly hometown of Asheville, North Carolina. And, word around the dog park is that he’s…

Virtual Art Appreciation For Kids

Asheville Art Museum offers a clever suggestion for a way to view their collection with kids. Turn every artwork into a game of eye spy! Also on their site is a panoramic gallery tour.

Explorers of the Blue Ridge Parkway

The beauty and the history of the Blue Ridge Parkway and the adventurous spirits who led the way.

Take a Nature Minute

Grandfather Mountain, is hosting a series called "Nature Minute." In the videos, park staff will showcase the adorable animals such as otters, cougars and bears.

Stream Asheville Symphony Sessions

Listen to Asheville’s Genre-Bending Symphony Sessions, while you dance like no one is watching.

Streaming Concerts for Your Soul

Each day, IAMAVL is "restreaming" favorite Asheville live music performances they have captured on video.

Watch and Walk Asheville's Urban Trail

Virtually visit downtown Asheville and learn the history of its emergence and re-emergence as one of the most unique cities in America.