Things to do in Asheville, N.C.

This enormous French Renaissance-style estate of George Vanderbilt was built in 1889 and is rich in history. With 250 rooms, it is considered the America’s largest private residence and took six years to construct. The estate’s 8,000 acres of gardens were designed by Frederick Law Olmsted, the same landscape architect responsible for Central Park in New York City

Hiking the Appalachian Trail is one of the best ways to enjoy the beautiful outdoor scenery of Asheville. The trail extends from Maine to Georgia and winds through some of Asheville’s most majestic areas. North Carolina’s section of the trail spans 320 miles and includes hiking trails with peaks as high as 6,000 feet.

If you’re looking to see some of city’s most eccentric urban life, the Ashville Urban Trail is a 1.7-mile-long walk you’ll want to take. Created by the city of Asheville to showcase its unique past, the trail will take you through its cultural and architectural history. Each of the trail’s 30 stops has a public sculpture that represents an important person or moment in the city’s history.

Asheville has more breweries per capita than anywhere else in America. Emerging as the beer capital of the world, there are roughly 100 local beers that you can try in Asheville. Tasting some of the area’s best beer has become a favorite activity for Asheville visitors.

First thing’s first, when planning your trip to Asheville, N.C., be sure to book a room at one of the city’s top hotels. Be right in the center of Asheville’s social and cultural scene by staying in the heart of the city. Experience fabulous food, art, theater, live music and nightlife—all within footsteps. Once you’re settled in, here are some of the top things to do in Asheville…