Things To Do
Kat & John's Guide to Eating & Drinking in Asheville
This is a shared Google map list with our favorite restaurants, bars, and breweries saved.
Blue Ridge Parkway
The Blue Ridge Parkway is part of the National Park Service; the 469-mile ribbon of road offers breathtaking views of some of the highest peaks east of the Mississippi River and access to the area's best hiking trails. Top places to visit and hike on the Blue Ridge Parkway include Looking Glass Falls, Craggy Gardens, Mount Mitchell, Folk Art Center, Blue Ridge Parkway Visitor Center, Mount Pisgah, Graveyard Fields, and Black Balsam. We recently hiked Black Balsam Knob, which had gorgeous panoramic views!
Downtown & South Slope Breweries
Visit Burial Brewing, Green Man, Wicked Weed, The Funkatorium, Catawba Brewing, Hi-Wire, and Eurisko Beer Co. on Asheville's famous South Slope.
Historic Biltmore Estate
The Biltmore Estate is America’s largest home. This French Renaissance castle in the heart of Asheville and the Blue Ridge Mountains is an architectural jewel. The home features 250 rooms, including 35 bedrooms, 43 bathrooms and 65 fireplaces. In addition to the house, the 8,000-acre estate is home to forested trails and beautiful gardens. Biltmore is also where you’ll find the nation’s most visited winery.
The Omni Grove Park Inn
This is a great place for sunset drinks on the terrace or a nice dinner reservation.
Asheville Pinball Museum
Located in downtown Asheville, the museum features some 75 vintage pinball machines, all available to play on site. There are also classic video games available, plus tons of gaming memorabilia dotted around the venue – on the walls and even in the restrooms. And just like a true arcades, the museum offers snacks, sodas and beers.
River Arts District
Asheville's River Arts District (RAD) is a creative hub along the French Broad River. Former warehouses and mills with colorful exterior murals, contain glassblowing, pottery, and other artisan studios, plus indie art galleries.
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