Asheville lies on the western side of North Carolina's Blue Ridge Mountain. It is known by many nicknames including, The Paris of the South, The Land of Sky, Beer City USA, and many more.
This mountain state is rich with art events, ancient buildings, and picturesque alpine scenery. In addition, there are a lot of celebrations, outdoor shows, and museums to enjoy. Here is a hand-picked list of activities to do in Asheville, US, in North Carolina.
Enhance your time in Asheville with this customized tarot reading, suitable for solo or group travelers. In the choice of your location, you will be guided to meditation before opening up the magical cards.
Learn about your ways in life and get connected to the pathway that promotes your best self. You will gain an intimate experience with the tour being available only for your group.
Explore more of Downtown Asheville in less time with a local guide. Get familiar with the history and culture of the city while strolling through the locality. Roam around breweries, distilleries, cafes, and historical sites.
Also, visit popular sites such as the Leaf Global Arts Center, Grove Arcade, and Basilica of St. Lawrence. Instead of the tour ticket, tip the guide with any amount you find fair.
This tour allows you to explore Asheville beyond the city limits. Get yourself fitted for the bike from your guide. After that set out for a scenic ride in the mountains adjoining Asheville.
As you climb up to the scenic overlook, keep an eye out for wildlife, usually active during sunset. End your small-group tour with a visit to a local brewery to taste craft beer.
The Parkway is renowned among the most beautiful roadways in the US. As you take the ride, you will pass by the Pisgah National Forest, and listen to amazing stories.
Make stops at various locations and closely examine the dense forest, notice the wildlife and plants, and enjoy the rolling mountain views. This is a great outdoor fun for Asheville visitors.
Hike the three best waterfalls from the Blue Ridge Parkway on this guided day trip. As you climb the easy to moderate trails search for the blooming laurels and rhododendrons.
Munch in some refreshments and enjoy the rest of the time to relax by the falls before heading back to Asheville. Form a team of seven members for a personalized experience.
The natural beauty of the Blue Ridge Mountains gathers people from all around to soak in its natural beauty. This small group tour of 10 guests starts from Nashville and takes a hike through the forest.
Once you reach the summit, stretch out your mat, take in the views, and have a relaxing time as you stretch through a mountaintop yoga class. You need not bring your yoga mat. Also, check out things to do in Nashville.
Boost your time in Asheville with an insider-guided walking tour focusing only on the city's main areas such as history, architecture, and culture. Meet your guide at the blue glass sphere in front of the Asheville Art Museum on Park Square.
Have a pleasant stroll around the Thomas Wolfe Memorial and the Basilica of Saint Lawrence. This way you get to see many local insights.
The forests outside of Asheville are perfect for indulging in the Japanese art of shinrin yoku also known as forest bathing. A certified forest therapy guide will accompany you across the land and invite you to this relaxing act.
Slow down, recharge, notice the surroundings, and let in the peace of the trails. Learn how this act leads to lower blood pressure, lower cortisol, and more. End the program with a tea ceremony and snacks.
Another way to explore the natural attractions of Blue Ridge Mountain is through horseback riding. Jump through fern groves, walk past the wild flame azaleas, and into a white pine forest on disciplined and gentle horses.
Guides will lead you to forests and meadows you might miss on your own. With training available, even beginner horseback riders are welcome.
This tour offers a great opportunity to check out the Blue Ridge Parkway without keeping your eyes on the road. Your chauffeur will point out special sights and teach you about the natural history of the area.
You can go for a hike or some photos before returning to Asheville. The tour requires only five travelers for a private experience.
Participate in this spooky stroll through the streets of downtown Asheville led by an expert local guide. Listen to terrifying tales and dark history, for instance, the woman who spooks around the Omni Grove Park Inn, the body planted in the walls of the Basilica of St. Lawrence, and more.
It is a fascinating experience to learn about the old days of a particular place. Your guide will fuel deep, local-level insights to brighten up your Asheville exposure.
From beginner to experienced rafters, this trip is suitable for travelers of any experience level including individuals, families, or couples. With the longest continuity in this field, the guides are fully trained and professional.
The guide will navigate you down the river while sharing the French Broad's rich history. You might spot animals including herons, kingfishers, and in rare cases black bears.
While the beer scenes of this city are quite popular, its coffee scene is equally breathtaking. Moreover, you do not require a designated driver to take you around. On this tour, you will travel with a guide to some best coffee spots.
Dive into the dark, light, single-origin, and more categories and get informed about the intense coffee lovers. You will have a hopeful and caffeinated trip.
Take a day out with your family at Elijah Mountain Gem Mine and Goat Farm. Here you have to mine gems and fossils from the indoor and outdoor water flumes and retain whatever you find.
This is a suitable act for people of all ages. You can roam around the property, solve an obstacle course, and visit goats in the barn. Moreover, see peacocks, pheasants, and more birds in the aviary.
A Segway tour provides you with a better and faster possibility to cover the areas in a much shorter time. It is a great comprehensive tour for the first-time visitors. You need not worry about using it.
You will get lessons on how to operate the 2-wheeled, self-balancing electric scooter before you depart. Your companion guide will provide commentary about the history and culture of the city.
This tour combines the fun of walking with the speed of a scenic drive. Your guide will lead you to explore the downtown area rich with Art Deco, the River Arts District near the French Broad, and more.
After the ride, you will have a big picture of the rich spots in the area. It is a great way to explore the city in the open air and is limited to three travelers only.
Explore the French Broad River on a stand-up paddleboard during this instructed, 2.5-hour, small-group tour. Drift along the calm waterways of downtown Asheville, and get to know about the place.
Paddleboarding is one of the most popular activities in this city. This tour provides all the equipment including the board, personal floating device, leash, river booties, and dry bag.
Asheville is plentiful with creativity which is evident from the lovely street arts. Be a part of this colorful urban art tour around the River Arts District and Downtown area. Spot sculptures, murals, graffiti, and street art.
You will get to know about the story and inspiration of the artist behind the creation. Also, learn how the community business has made Asheville a national tourist location.
Asheville lives up to the title of one of the best cities for brews in the Southeast. It is easy to get confused with such a huge number of breweries. On this walking tour, you will learn to pick the brewery worth the hype.
A certified cicerone will accompany you to craft breweries where you get behind-the-scene access and plenty of pours at each. Sample ten local beers at three top breweries.
Fly over the northeast towards Fairview for a beautiful sight of Lake Lure and Lake Lure Dam. Also, make sure to see the Lake Lure Inn and Spa of 1927, which was referred to in the film "Dirty Dancing."
The tour lasts for approximately 25 minutes and carries a professional guide/pilot and three passengers. You will get a headphone to communicate with the pilot.
