WELCOME TO ASHEVILLE!

The Biltmore Estate features a 8,000-acre estate, home of the 250-room Biltmore House, plus 75 acres of gardens, the nation's most-visited winery, shopping, dining, four-star accommodations, hiking trails, and more. Visit their website

Spanning the southern and central Appalachians, the Blue Ridge Parkway offers an exceptional glimpse of the region. Known as America’s favorite drive, the Blue Ridge Parkway has everything for the adventurous soul. Skip the drive and enjoy a day of horseback riding or hiking instead! Visit their website

Explore one of the oldest mountain ranges in the US, as well as America’s most visited national park. The Great Smokies have over 800 miles of trails within the park, including a large portion of the Appalachian Trail. Explore the park and catch a glimpse of the elk herds near Cataloochee! Visit their website

Shop, eat, and explore at the Biltmore Village. The Biltmore Village was originally designed to look like a quaint English village, the perfect entryway to the majestic Biltmore Estate. A must-see during the holiday season! Visit their website

Downtown Asheville is packed with artisan stores, amazing art galleries, and fabulous restaurants, all in one walkable space. Visit their website

Just south of Asheville is the renowned The North Carolina Arboretum. Learn all about the biodiversity of the area while breathing in the Appalachian air across 434 acres of gardens. Visit their website

The Folk Art Center is a museum of Appalachian arts and crafts located along the Blue Ridge Parkway. Watch craft demonstrations, shop fine wares, and learn about the region’s history from the exhibitions featured at the Folk Art Center. Visit their website

Check out the studios and galleries of hundreds of artists, featuring pottery, jewelry, painting, glass, metal, woodworking, and more, all along the French Broad River. Visit their website