Things to Do in Asheville - NC Blue Ridge Mountains

Nestled in North Carolina’s southern Blue Ridge Mountains, Asheville and its neighboring foothills towns exude quirky charm and character. The region’s landscapes have starred in TV and film, and the area is a favorite among culinary travelers and outdoor enthusiasts alike for its adventure, waterfalls and craft beer.

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Biltmore
Hiking, Camping & Zip Lining
Blue Ridge Parkway
Chimney Rock & Lake Lure
Craft Beer
Sliding Rock & Waterfalls

Weather

Winter 49°

Spring 67°

Summer 84°

Fall 68°

Lake Lure Flowering Bridge
Tryon International Equestrian Center, which hosted the 2018 World Equestrian Games
Burial Beer Co. on Asheville's South Slope
Max Patch Mountain on the Appalachian Trail near Hot Springs
Little Switzerland shops
Sky Top Orchard in Hendersonville
Looking Glass Falls in Pisgah National Forest
Grove Arcade in Asheville

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Asheville
Black Mountain
Brevard
Hendersonville
Hiddenite
Hot Springs
Lake Lure
Lenoir
Little Switzerland
Marion
Marshall
Morganton
Saluda
Tryon

Getting There

Interstate 26

Interstate 40

Asheville Regional Airport (AVL)

I-26 East Welcome Center

I-26 West Welcome Center

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Thank you goworldtravelmagazine for highlighting us in your recent article! 💚 _ "Two self-guided walking tours showcase the historic downtown: The Asheville Urban Trail and the Asheville Architecture Trail, which focuses on well-preserved masterpiece buildings built during city’s heyday in the 1920s. You may want to linger at Grove Arcade, an architectural gem with one-of-a-kind shopping where you can lose yourself at the Book Exchange and Champagne Bar, or chill out at Wake Foot Sanctuary with a foot soak and massage.". _ #grovearcade #828isgreat #asheville #avl #travel #travelinspiration #downtownasheville #visitasheville #exploreasheville #historicasheville #visitnc #wnc #ashevilleshopping #ashevilletours #lovetotravel #architecture #traveljunkie #travelbug #architecturelover #architecture_photography #architecturephotography #loveasheville #checkthisout

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Bald Mountain Golf Course at Rumbling Bald

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Get Away to Lake Lure and the Blue Ridge Foothills

Trip Idea

Have a Good Beer and Good Times in Morganton with Insider Keith Suttles

Article

Seeing a Waterfall

Firsts That Last

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Attractions & Activities in this region

4 Farm-Inspired Fall Getaways

Trip Idea

Directory

Places to Stay in this region

Firsts That Last

Video

Tips for Staying Safe Hiking, Camping & Visiting Waterfalls

Article

36th Annual Appalachian Potters Market

Marion

Directory

Places to Eat & Drink in this region

Hit the Slopes at Winter Sports Resorts

List

Directory

Events in this region

Barley’s Taproom & Pizzeria

Asheville

Take a Totally ‘90s Film Tour

List

Halloweenfest 2024

Brevard

Bald Mountain Golf Course at Rumbling Bald

Lake Lure

Ellenboro Train Depot Museum

Ellenboro

Eco-Friendly Breweries Across North Carolina

List

Bookmark Summer and Book Fall Travel with Insider Jen Vogelsberg

Article

Elevate Your Game: Golf in the Mountains

List

Bluegrass Music Venues in Western North Carolina

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