There are many great hikes in the area- this website makes it easy to filter based on difficulty, length and features.
If you only have a few hours, grab a drink from Wedge Brewing and walk upstairs to explore the multilevel Arts Studio.
There are so many breweries in walking distance in Asheville- here's a great list. We would add a stop between Green Man and Burial; be sure to check out Urban Orchard- even our friends who don't like Cider love Urban Orchard!
Beautiful Brewery along the French Broad River
A Donald Ross course, home to the legendary Par 6, and a very reasonable rate. Be sure to check out Black Mountain afterwards- very cute town with lots of small shops.
Another Donald Ross, but in much better shape (and more expensive). Able to rent clubs if you need to!
We love this Indian Restaurant and go almost every time we're in Asheville! If you go at peak times be prepared for a wait
Tour the Biltmore, a 250 room manor, completed in 1895, as well as the beautiful gardens! Tickets are required.