Attractions in Asheville, North Carolina

Amusements

Asheville's Fun Depot
7 Roberts Road, Asheville, NC 28803
A premier family fun center in Asheville offering mini golf, go karts, laser tag, and inflatables. They can host your special event or birthday party. more info map
Cherokee Indian Reservation 828-497-9195
Main Street, Cherokee Visitor Center
Enjoy the beauty of the Great Smokies and learn the history of the Cherokee people at this reservation of the Eastern Band of the Cherokee Tribe. Outdoor drama,... more info
Shadowbrook Golf & Games 828-669-5499
701 Highway 9, Black Mountain, NC 28711
Featuring two championship miniature golf courses with natural landscaping and water features, this kid-haven venue also offers a huge variety of video and interactive... more info map

Casinos

Harrah's Cherokee Casino & Hotel 828-497-7777
777 Casino Drive, Asheville, NC 28719
This casino features over 2,500 of the hottest video gaming machines, as well as a large variety of table games, a culturally themed childcare facility, entertainment by... more info

Historic Homes & Buildings

Biltmore Estate 828-274-6333
1 Approach Road, Asheville, NC 28803
The centerpiece of this magnificent 8,000-acre estate is Biltmore House, a 250-room French chateau built by George Vanderbilt. The largest private residence in America,... more info
Smith-McDowell House Museum 828-253-9231
283 Victoria Road, Asheville, NC 28805
Asheville-Buncombe Technical Community College
At various times this beautifully restored, local Historic Landmark Antebellum mansion was the home of mayors, a Confederate major, and many friends of the Vanderbilts,... more info map
Thomas Wolfe Memorial State Historic Site 828-253-8304
52 North Market Street, Asheville, NC 28801
Located in Downtown Asheville
The historic boyhood home of author Thomas Wolfe that was portrayed as 'Dixieland" in his first novel, "Look Homeward, Angel", this beautiful boarding house is preserved... more info map

Historic Sites & Monuments

Cradle of Forestry 828-877-3130
1002 Pisgah Highway, Asheville, NC 28719
Pisgah Forest, 41 miles from Asheville
Travel back in time at this historic complex that was the site of the birth of the science of Forestry in America and features a wide array of activities and attractions... more info
Oconaluftee Indian Village 828-497-2315
U.S. Highway 441 North, Cherokee, NC 28819
Located 44 Miles West
This unique site is an authentic recreation of a Cherokee Indian Village which features guided tours by Cherokee guides in native costumes, as well as customs, rituals,... more info
Riverside Cemetery 828-259-5800
53 Birch Street, Asheville, NC 28805
Visit the final resting place of many famous politicians from Asheville, as well as several of Asheville's famous writers, including Thomas Wolfe and O. Henry, at this... more info map
YMI Cultural Center 828-252-4614
39 Markers Street, Asheville, NC 28802
One of Asheville's National Historic Landmarks, this center was commissioned by George Vanderbilt and houses many art galleries and offers a wide variety of classes and... more info

Libraries & Research Centers

Mills River Library, The 828-890-1850
124 Town Center Drive, Mills River, NC 28759
The Mills River Library is normally open on Mondays, Wednesdays and Thursdays from 9:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., Tuesdays 1:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m., and 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.... more info

Museums & Galleries

16 Patton 828-236-2889
16 Patton Avenue, Asheville, NC 28801
Located in Historic Downtown Asheville
16 Patton features original contemporary fine art by regional and national artists in such mediums as ceramics, sculpture, drawings, glass, and paintings. more info map
Ariel Gallery 828-236-2660
46 Haywood Street, Asheville, NC 28801
Located in the Historic Downtown Art District
Original works in metal, glass, clay, fiber, iron, paper, and wood by local artists are on display at Ariel Gallery. Closed on Mondays. more info map
Asheville Art Museum 828-253-3227
2 South Pack Square, Asheville, NC 28802
Located at Pack Place
Explore world class special exhibitions and an outstanding collection that showcases the very best of 20th and 21st century American art at this "fine small museum." The... more info map
Asheville Artists' Workshop 828-258-7033
70 College Street, Asheville, NC 28801
Asheville Artists’ Workshop is a working studio and gallery located in the heart of downtown Asheville. The studio is open to the public, and patrons will have the... more info
Black Mountain College Museum & Arts Center 828-350-8484
56 Broadway, Asheville, NC 28801
An exhibition space and resource center in downtown Asheville, the Black Mountain College Museum & Arts Center is "dedicated to exploring the history and legacy of the... more info map
Colburn Gem & Mineral Museum 828-254-7162
2 South Pack Square, Asheville, NC 28802
Pack Place Education, Arts & Science Center
Explore the rich treasures of the earth at this museum that is called "a mini-Smithsonian of gems" by the Washington Post and carries a dazzling collection of mineral... more info map
Estes Winn Auto Museum 828-253-7651
111 Grovewood Road, Asheville, NC 28804
Grovewood Gallery
Once the weaving shed for Biltmore Industries, this building now houses approximately twenty antique cars, including a 1926 Cadillac, a 1927 La Salle, and a 1922 La... more info map
Folk Art Center & Southern Highland Craft Guild 828-298-7928
Milepost 382 on Blue Ridge Parkway, Asheville, NC 28815
Home of the Southern Highland Craft Guild, this art center contains a fine collection of traditional and contemporary crafts of the Southern Appalachians. Fine crafts... more info map
Gallery Mugen 828-275-7612
122 Riverside Drive, Asheville, NC 28801
Cotton Mill Studios in the River Arts District
"With an aesthetic of simplicity and intentionality expressed in ceramics, textiles, and pastries," artists Akira Satake and Barbara Zaretsky and pastry chef Cynthia... more info
North Carolina Homespun Museum 828-253-7651
111 Grovewood Road, Asheville, NC 28804
Grovewood Gallery
This unique museum provides exhibits and displays on the history of Biltmore Industries, a hand weaving operation, plus offers weaving demonstrations and free... more info map
Pack Place Education, Arts & Science Center 828-257-4500
2 South Pack Square, Asheville, NC 28801
On Historic Pack Square in Downtown Asheville
"The keystone cultural facility in the Pack Square Cultural District," Pack Place includes the Asheville Art Museum, Colburn Earth Science Museum, Diana Wortham Theatre... more info map
Stuart Nye Hand Wrought Jewelry 828-298-7989
940 Tunnel Road, Asheville, NC 28805
Welcoming visitors weekdays from 8:00 to 11:30 AM and 12:30 to 3:30 PM. You may watch the craftsmen work and we will answer any questions you may have. Samples of... more info map
Swannanoa Valley Museum, The 828-669-9566
225 West State Street, Asheville, NC 28805
Black Mountain
The collection of this museum gives the historical account of the Swannanoa Valley from the earliest native Americans and the Stone Age to the present day. more info map

National Parks & Natural Wonders

Blue Ridge Parkway 828-298-0398
199 Hemphill Knob Road, Asheville, NC 28803
Considered to be the most scenic highway in the nation, this 469-mile stretch of road winds through the Blue Ridge Mountains, through Asheville, and into the entrance of... more info
Grandfather Mountain 828-733-2013
2050 Blowing Rock Highway, Asheville, NC 28646
Linville, 75 Miles from Asheville
Designated an International Biosphere Reserve by the U.N., this magnificent mountain is the highest mountain in the Blue Ridge Mountain range and features a world-class... more info
Pisgah National Forest
Situated among more than 500,000 acres that include mile-high peaks, cascading waterfalls, heavily forested slopes, and hundreds of miles of trails, the Pisgah National... more info map

Parks, Gardens & Zoos

Asheville Farm 828-515-0177
43 Bright Blue Sky Lane, Leicester, NC 28748
Asheville Farm raises Icelandic sheep, dairy goats, free range chickens and guinea fowl. Farm tours are welcome. more info map
Botanical Gardens at Asheville, The 828-252-5190
151 W.T. Weaver Boulevard, Asheville, NC 28804
The Botanical Gardens at Asheville features a collection of over 600 plants species that are native to the Southern Appalachian Mountains, one of the most diverse... more info map
Chimney Rock Park 828-625-9611
Chimney Rock, Highway 64/74A
Privately owned since 1902, this spectacular, natural scenic attraction park features a 26-story elevator and a network of trails that take you to the top of the rock... more info
Western North Carolina Nature Center 828-298-5600
75 Gashes Creek Road, Asheville, NC 28805
Formerly the old zoo, many of the old inhabitants can be found at this nature center that features exhibits that elucidate and explicate the plant and animal wildlife of... more info map

Science & Technology

Health Adventure 828-254-6373
2 South Pack Square, Asheville, NC 28801
A hands-on health and science museum that features a wide variety of educational exhibits and displays that are designed to delight, entertain, and educate the entire... more info map

Tours & Cruises

Asheville Blue Ridge Touring 828-275-5765
240 Kimberly Avenue #2, Asheville, NC 28804
Specializing in custom local sightseeing and relocation tours for individuals and small groups, this tour company also provides local and regional transportation... more info map
Asheville Brews Cruise 828-545-5181
One-of-a-kind van, bus and walking tours of three or four of some of Asheville’s more than eight breweries are offered. Most tours last three to three and a half... more info
Asheville Urban Trail 828-259-5800
City-County Plaza, Downtown Asheville
This historic walking tour makes a 1.7-mile loop of the downtown area and tells the fascinating story of Asheville as it is interpreted through art. more info
Ghost Hunters of Asheville 828-779-HUNT (4868)
1 Battery Park Avenue, Asheville, NC 28801
Ghost Hunters of Asheville offers paranormal enthusiasts three separate ghost tours to hunt down the spirits in Asheville's paranormal world. Guests enjoy use of... more info
Gray Line Trolley Tours of Asheville 828-251-8687
36 Montford Avenue, Asheville, NC 28801
Talk a stroll around historic homes, buildings and all Asheville has to offer. more info
LaZoom Tours 828-225-6932
The City Comedy Tour departs from 90 Biltmore Avenue at the French Broad Food Co-op. The Haunted Comedy Tour departs from 92 Patton Avenue at the Thirsty Monk. more info
Travels In Wine Tours
509 Carlyle Way, Asheville, NC 28803
Travels In Wine Tours is a complete destination and incentive travel company offering boutique scenic wine day tours, personalized luxury vacations and weekend getaways... more info map

Vineyards, Wineries & Breweries

Green Man Brewery 828-252-5502
23 Buxton Avenue, Asheville, NC 28801
One of North Carolina's oldest breweries, Green Man produces traditional ales, including seasonal and specialty brews. more info
Hi-Wire Brewing 828-575-9675
197 Hilliard Avenue, Asheville, NC 28801
Located in Downtown Ashevilleâ€™s Brew District
Hi-Wire Brewing's tasting room is open Monday through Thursday from 4:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m., 2:00 p.m. to 2:00 a.m. Fridays, Saturdays 12:00 p.m. to 2:00 a.m., and 1:00... more info
Highland Brewing Company 828-299-3370
12 Old Charlotte Highway, Suite H, Asheville, NC 28803
Known for its Gaelic Ale, Highland Brewing Company's tasting room is open to the public Thursday through Saturday from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Food and live music can be... more info
Wedge Brewing Company, The 828-505-2792
125-B Roberts Street, Asheville, NC 28801
Located in the River Arts District of Asheville
The Wedge Brewing Co. is housed in the lower level of the Wedge Studios. more info

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