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Your guide to the top places to visit in Asheville, United States for culture and nature.
Things to do in Asheville – top Asheville must-see attractions
Asheville is a city where mountain heritage and creative culture show up in every street corner and historic building. From a 250-room Gilded Age mansion to a hand-tiled Renaissance basilica, the architectural range here is genuinely jaw-dropping. Walk the studios of the River Arts District, hike 434 acres at the NC Arboretum, or tour the grand Biltmore Estate to see what places to visit in Asheville, United States are all about. Ready to plan your trip? Here's the full rundown.
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Biltmore Estate
Why visit?
- 250-room Vanderbilt chateau
- Frederick Law Olmsted gardens
- On-site working winery
The North Carolina Arboretum
Why visit?
- 434 acres of trails
- National bonsai collection
- Blue Ridge Parkway access
Asheville Pinball Museum
Why visit?
- 40 playable pinball machines
- 40 classic arcade games
- Vintage machines on display
River Arts District
Why visit?
- Hundreds of working studios
- Live murals and street art
- Original art for purchase
Basilica of Saint Lawrence
Why visit?
- Largest elliptical dome in N. America
- Spanish Renaissance architecture
- Architect Rafael Guastavino interred inside
Blue Ridge Parkway
Why visit?
- 469-mile scenic mountain drive
- Overlooks and hiking trailheads
- Free entry year-round
Western North Carolina Nature Center
Why visit?
- 60+ Southern Appalachian species
- Red wolves and red pandas
- 42 acres of native habitats
Grove Arcade
Why visit?
- 1929 Gothic Revival building
- Boutique shops and local eateries
- National Historic Landmark
Art & Culture Lovers
Asheville Art Museum
Why visit?
- 5,000+ works of American art
- Appalachian craft focus
- Pack Square location downtown
Thomas Wolfe Memorial
Why visit?
- Restored 1880s boarding house
- Original family furnishings
- Guided hourly house tours