Cultivated gardens and 10+ miles of hiking trails, designed by Frederick Law Olmstead. One of our favorites!
Enjoy champagne flights, wine, and light bites while exploring this two-story bookstore, located in the historic Grove Arcade.
Drive around Asheville on a comedy bus tour!
A Japanese inspired spa in the woods with private outdoor salt tubs and massage.
Saturday market from 8am-12pm on the campus of UNC-Asheville.
SO GOOD and has the James Beard "Outstanding Restaurant" award to prove it. They also have a smaller (but just as tasty) location in West Asheville called Botiwalla by Chai Pani.
Pottery, textile, glassblowing, and other artist's open studios fill former warehouses and mills along the river. The RAD was hit hard by Hurricane Helene but many studios have reopened. Great area to shop and visit Wedge Studios for a beer while you are there!
Maura's favorite coffee shop in Asheville! Get a coffee and explore West Asheville by walking down the road to Harvest Records, Flora/Forage, and several vintage stores. Maybe get a tattoo?
A must do if you enjoy scenic drives! Lots of options for hiking, waterfalls, and photography. We would also recommend a stop at the Folk Art Center along the way!
Four waterfalls within a four-mile round trip hike.
Farm-to-table breakfast and lunch with a large garden area and roaming chickens.
Get a day pass and play all day! The "museum" includes 40 pinball machines and 40 classic video games.
An amazing restaurant in the Montford Historic District! Caribbean inspired lunch & dinner with big bowls of pasta.