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Address: 1 Approach Rd, US 25 just north of I-40, Asheville, NC 28803
Western North Carolina's beloved "castle on the hill" resides on an 8000-acre estate, complete with manicured gardens, woodlands, and an award-winning winery (the nation's most visited). Built in the late 19th-century by George Washington Vanderbilt II, the chateau-inspired home is an opulent example of the wealth...
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Address: 100 Frederick Law Olmsted Wy, Asheville, NC 28806
Western North Carolina's beauty and Appalachian culture take the stage at this public garden, located near the Blue Ridge Parkway. More than 60 acres of the arboretum are expertly cultivated gardens that showcase a variety of flora, including one of the most extensive bonsai collections in the US. Also on display are...
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Address: US 25 and Henderson Rd, Asheville, NC
It's not a destination – it's an experience. Considered "America's most scenic drive," the 469-mile Blue Ridge Parkway meanders through changing vistas of natural beauty, touching on stellar mountain views, hiking trails, and picnic sites. Seasonal changes along the parkway are dramatic, so return visits are a good...
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Address: 431 Main St, Chimney Rock, NC 28720
Chimney Rock Park has as its centerpiece a monolithic, jutting rock that rises 315 feet above the ground and affords astounding views of the surrounding terrain. Climb it (or take the elevator up) and then experience the rest of the beauty and breadth of the park and its waterfalls. A network of trails invites...
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Address: State Hwy 80 S and Blue Ridge Pkwy, Burnsville, NC 28714
The country's first National Forest is a perennially popular destination for tourists and hikers, especially with the onset of cooler weather. A diverse blend of hardwoods displays auburn, orange, and gold towards the end of September and enlivens the forest's gently rolling hills. Options for leaf-peeping are myriad;...
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Address: 283 Victoria Rd, Asheville, NC 28801
Asheville's oldest home is Victorian in style and was built around 1840. The red-brick structure was a rarity in the days of log cabins, and it was built using slave labor. Occupied by a variety of prominent Asheville citizens and families, the house features exquisitely landscaped grounds designed by renowned...
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Address: 2 S Pack Sq, Asheville, NC 28801
Located in the Pack Place Education, Arts and Sciences Center, this museum houses both permanent collections and visiting exhibits of 20th- and 21st-century American art. Regional, national, and international works are featured, not to mention western NC artists and a range of media. Special shows may require...
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Address: Asheville, NC 28802
A 1.7-mile walk of historic downtown Asheville can be started from any point along this self-guided trail. Using art, markers along the trail describe the city's coming of age. This trail is a great way to experience the history, art, and architecture of this unique southern city. Guided tours of the Urban Trail are...
Botanical Gardens at Asheville
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Address: 151 W.T. Weaver Blvd, Asheville, NC 28804
Dedicated to showcasing the beauty and biological diversity of the Southern Appalachian mountains, this reserve features everything from trees to lichens. Every season brings some spectacle of its own, and visitors especially cherish the spring display of wildflowers in April and May. A trail through the ten-acre...
ClimbMax Indoor Climbing Center
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Address: 43 Wall St, Asheville, NC 28801
It's been said that climbing is one of the fastest-growing sports in America. ClimbMax offers an exciting, weatherproof environment where athletes and novices can enjoy roped and unroped climbing to heights ranging from 40 to 225 feet. The facility also offers beginner's classes and outdoor climbing.
