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 The Biltmore Estate looms large over Asheville landmarks and is certainly a must-see attraction by virtue of its pure magnificence. However, the city is far from a Vanderbilt fiefdom, and it offers a host of other possibilities for sightseeing and play. If, for instance, you've marveled at the Biltmore grounds but can't get enough of landscape design, stop by the North Carolina Arboretum and browse 60 acres of additional terrain, along with bonsai specimens and a superb azalea collection. More gardens are on view at the Smith McDowell House Museum, along with the structure that's considered the city's oldest home. The three-story brick residence, now restored, features beautifully crafted woodwork and period furnishings. If you've got kids along, make a point to visit Pack Place, an educational complex with a museum devoted to rocks, gems, and earth science, and another that addresses health and science in a fun, engaging way. How about a little first-hand athleticism? You can't go wrong with ClimbMax Indoor Climbing Center, which lets you test your strength and stamina on a variety of verticals. Don't forget, too, to honor one of Asheville's native sons at the Thomas Wolfe Memorial. The author's restored childhood home provides a glimpse of the man behind the novels and gives credence to the fact that a hometown boy can indeed grow to become a literary giant.
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Asheville Art Museum
2 S Pack Sq · Asheville · 828-253-3227
Located in the Pack Place Education, Arts and Sciences Center, this museum houses both permanent collections and visiting exhibits of 20th- and 21st-c ... (more) ... |
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Asheville Urban Trail
Asheville · 828-258-0710
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 ... (more) ... |
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Biltmore Estate
1 Approach Rd · US 25 just north of I-40 · Asheville · 828-225-1333
Western North Carolina's beloved "castle on the hill" resides on an 8000-acre estate, complete with manicured gardens, woodlands, and an award-winning ... (more) ... |
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Blue Ridge Parkway
US 25 and Henderson Rd · Asheville · 828-271-4779
It's not a destination – it's an experience. Considered "America's most scenic drive," the 469-mile Blue Ridge Parkway meanders through changing vista ... (more) ... |
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Botanical Gardens at Asheville
151 W T Weaver Blvd · Asheville · 828-252-5190
Dedicated to showcasing the beauty and biological diversity of the Southern Appalachian mountains, this reserve features everything from trees to lich ... (more) ... |
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Chimney Rock National Park
Hwy 64/74A · Chimney Rock · 828-625-9611
Chimney Rock Park has as its centerpiece a monolithic, jutting rock that rises 315 feet above the ground and affords astounding views of the surroundi ... (more) ... |
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ClimbMax Indoor Climbing Center
43 Wall St · Asheville · 828-252-9996
It's been said that climbing is one of the fastest-growing sports in America. ClimbMax offers an exciting, weatherproof environment where athletes and ... (more) ... |
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Colburn Earth Science Museum
2 S Pack Square · Asheville · 828-254-7162
Located in the Pack Place Education, Arts and Sciences Center, this museum is, according to The Washington Post, "a mini-Smithsonian of gems." Within, ... (more) ... |
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Diana Wortham Theatre
2 S Pack Sq · Pack Place · Asheville · 828-257-4530
This esteemed theater is often a top bet when you want to catch the latest touring show or thrill to a dance performance or music concert. The proscen ... (more) ... |
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Estes Winn Auto Museum
Grovewood Gallery · 111 Grovewood Rd · Asheville · 828-253-7651
What once was a weaving shed for Biltmore Industries is now home to a collection of more than 20 classic cars including a 1926 Cadillac, a 1927 La Sal ... (more) ... |
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Nantahala Outdoor Center
13077 Hwy 19 W · Bryson City · 828-488-2176
Located outside of Asheville in Bryson City. A visit to this area of North Carolina would not be complete without a rafting trip down the French Broad ... (more) ... |
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Pack Place Education, Arts & Science Center
2 S Pack Sq · Asheville · 828-257-4500
Only one place downtown offers so much to do and see under one roof. Pack Place is home to the Asheville Art Museum, the Colburn Gem and Mineral Museu ... (more) ... |
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Pisgah National Forest
State Hwy 80 S and Blue Ridge Pkwy · Burnsville · 828-257-4200
The country's first National Forest is a perennially popular destination for tourists and hikers, especially with the onset of cooler weather. A diver ... (more) ... |
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Smith-McDowell House Museum
283 Victoria Rd · Asheville · 828-253-9231
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 bu ... (more) ... |
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The Health Adventure
2 S Pack Square · Asheville · 828-254-6373
Located in the Pack Place Education, Arts and Sciences Center, the well-regarded Health Adventure places a focus on understanding the body and promoti ... (more) ... |
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The North Carolina Arboretum
100 Frederick Law Olmsted Wy · Asheville · 828-665-2492
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 ... (more) ... |
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Thomas Wolfe Memorial
52 N Market St · Asheville · 828-253-8304
Maybe Thomas Wolfe couldn't go home again, but you certainly can visit his boyhood residence. The Asheville-born writer immortalized this mountain com ... (more) ... |
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YMI Cultural Center
39 S Market St · Asheville · 828-252-4614
George Vanderbilt commissioned the original Young Men's Institute, and today it stands as a national historic landmark spanning a rich history to the ... (more) ... |
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