Variety of things to do in Asheville. I try not to mention Asheville adjacent cities. Although there are plenty of things to do outside of Asheville, I figured this list would be better for people who legit just want to stay in Asheville
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Food
Places you gotta try before you leave
Delicious and you get a nice view of the river!
White Duck Taco Shop: Home
Downtown Spot! It's worth it 👌
Chai Pani Asheville
The wait is worth it for the quality of food you will be receiving!
India Garden Restaurant
The bread, fries, EVERYTHING! Come if you want a bomb Philly
South of Philly | Sandwich Shop in Sylva and Asheville, NC
They make everything in house. While you're waiting for the food, you can catch a beautiful aerial view of the city!
Strada Italiano
Delicious food in a inconspicuous location
Taqueria Fast
Omelettes have cream cheese! My favorite is the Bacquezo Omelette nomnom
Another Broken Egg Cafe
Free things to do
Hey! Sometimes we gotta save on our trip and this is the list for that
Beautiful walk right next to the university. Take some pics or have a picnic!
Botanical Gardens at Asheville – Dedicated to the study and ...
Excellent way to learn the history of this beautiful city! Plus you get your exercise for the day.
Urban Trail
Walk around and explore different art studios. There's even a wall with all kinds of graffiti and art. It's interesting
River Arts District
Come to this sanctuary and do some sight seeing! Find some birds, sit down, or just admire. Either way, I promise it's not a disappointment
Beaver Lake Bird Sanctuary
Go on a drive and find out why the mountains are called that
Blue Ridge Parkway
It's a unique experience. I believe they're finally bringing that back 🙌
Asheville's Drum Circle
Look at the local Appalachian art! You'll learn to appreciate its individuality. And if you're interested, you can take a few home with you.
Southern Highland Craft Guild, Folk Art Center
Music lovers this is your chance!
Moog Music Inc
Malaprops is a community loved local bookstore located downtown
Malaprop's Bookstore
If you've never seen glass blowing in person, here's your chance. You can watch glassblowers from a distance create their works of art.
North Carolina Glass Center
Affordable Activities
Not everything in life is free. But they can be on the cheaper side. Max: $45 per person.
Play with some pinball machines! You get to see some classics
Asheville Pinball Museum
If you want a drink and play old school arcade games, come here!
Asheville Retrocade
Try something new! You know you want to
Axe Throwing — Axeville | Fun Indoor Activity At Asheville
At the very least, go say hello to the pandas!
Western North Carolina Nature Center
It's a nice kept secret. Go on a train ride 😀 I believe it's only available on the weekend. Call and find out.
Craggy Mountain Line
Indoor Rock Climbing!
Cultivate Climbing (River Location)
If you've never tubed, here's your chance! Plenty of people participate in this activity when they visit! Highly suggest you wear sunscreen
Asheville Adventure Company: Adventure Tours and Rentals
UNC Asheville is the only liberal arts school in the UNC system. Due to UNCA's commitment to be a part of the community, they offer plenty of evening events that allow you to discover topics you'd never thought to engage in before. And most of them a...
University Of North Carolina At Asheville
Zipline! Zipline! Zipline! You know you wanna zipline and look at pretty nature while still remaining in the city!!!!
The Adventure Center of Asheville
Must sees!
You gotta check this out! No questions asked!
There are 30 minute classes you must try! They have them on specific days so book quickly!
North Carolina Glass Center
Sightsee through the biggest house in America. They have wineries, trails, horseback riding, and so much more to check out.
Biltmore
I like pretty flowers and trees. So should you. Take an allergy pill.
The North Carolina Arboretum
You know you wanna zipline without having to leave the city yet you still get to see perty trees!!!!!!
