Places to See in Asheville, NC

Mountaineer Motor Tours, based in Asheville, offers history tours in authentic Model A and Model T cars. Guests explore scenic routes and delve into the 1920s and 1930s era with expert guides. It's an immersive journey through time, blending classic motoring with Asheville's rich history.

Visit Biltmore House, America's largest privately-owned home. Built in the late 1800's by George Vanderbilt, the 8,000 acre Biltmore Estate in the Blue Ridge Mountains is a must see when visiting Asheville, NC.

Visit this time-honored attraction with stunning architecture in Downtown Asheville for unique shopping, dining, and lifestyle experiences.

Experience America's Favorite Drive by visiting the breath-taking Blue Ridge Parkway and enjoy the stunning vistas of the rugged mountains. From Asheville, you can access many entries to the Blue Ridge Parkway which spans the Southern end of the Appalachian Mountains in Western North Carolina. From the hotel, you can easily visit miles of this amazing road with its captivating overlooks and vista. Head south to the Southern end at Cherokee, NC, or head north for an easy drive up to Mount Mitchell or even Grandfather Mountain. 

Visit the North Carolina Arboretum and explore the gorgeous garden full of diverse flora and fauna, and well-paved paths and hiking trails.

Opened in 1974, the Harrah's Cherokee Center, formerly known as the US Cellular Center is home to an arena, auditorium, banquet hall, and meeting rooms. Just steps away from the Haywood Park Hotel, you will be within walking distance all the concerts, performances, conferences and sporting events at Harrah's Cherokee Center.

Experience the River Arts District in Asheville. As one of the top attractions in town, you can stroll through the River Arts Districts visiting the working studios of hundreds of artists featuring their beautiful painting, pottery, jewelry, glass, metal, wood and much more. Meet the local artists in their professional working studios, and enjoy the breweries, dining and retails shops of the River Arts District in Asheville.

 

Experience the joy of being in the midst of nature at the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. Indulge in a range of outdoor activities like hiking, camping, fishing, and more.