Downtown Asheville Art District Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
The Orange Peel
The Orange Peel is just one of the places to see in Asheville, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Experience the area's lively festivals and acclaimed theatre scene.
Fired Up Creative Lounge Ashville
Explore the campus of Fired Up Creative Lounge Ashville during your stay in Asheville. Discover the area's top-notch restaurants and its acclaimed art galleries.
Grove Arcade
You can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Grove Arcade during your visit to Asheville. Discover the area's lively festivals or seek out its local tours.
Pack Square
Find out about the history of Asheville when you take a trip to Pack Square. Discover the area's mountain views or seek out its local tours.
Thomas Wolfe Memorial
You can find out about the history of Asheville when you stop by Thomas Wolfe Memorial. Wander the area's picturesque gardens or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.
Buncombe County Courthouse
Buncombe County Courthouse is just one of the places to see in Asheville, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the mountain views and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
Things to do
Asheville's Historic Smart Phone Guided App (GPS) Walking Tour
Downtown Asheville Tip-Based Sightseeing Walking Tour
Asheville's Famous Ghosts Smart Phone GPS APP Solo Walking Tour
Asheville Walking Tour: Self-Guided
RAD Rising: From Flood to Flourish – A tip-based RAD walking tour
French Broad Gorge Whitewater Rafting Trip
Top hotels in Downtown Asheville Art District
Aloft by Marriott Asheville Downtown
"Great location and everything was wonderful! Will stay again!"
Reviewed on 2 Jun 2026
Moxy Asheville Downtown
Renaissance Asheville Downtown Hotel
"Wonderful hotel to stay in for a couple of nights. Reasonable price, walking distance to downtown. Our only complaint was that there’s no coffee available until 7 on the weekends and 6:30 weekdays. We’re early risers and it would be great if coffee were available in the lobby early. It’s quite a ..."
Reviewed on 2 Jun 2026
Kimpton Hotel Arras by IHG
"Excellent!"
Reviewed on 3 Jun 2026
The Restoration Asheville
"The best thing about the Restoration is definitely the staff. You can certainly tell it is privately on versus a corporate chain. If staying look at the details that you do not see any other quality hotels. You want because some of them are unique to the property & very forward/functional and their ..."
Reviewed on 4 Jun 2026
Downtown Inn and Suites
"😕"
Reviewed on 1 Jun 2026
Where to stay in Downtown Asheville Art District
Downtown Asheville
Downtown Asheville is beloved for its popular shops. Take some time to explore sights in the area like Grove Arcade and Pack Square.
South Asheville
If you're spending some time in South Asheville, Biltmore Estate and Biltmore Park Town Square are top sights worth seeing.
West Asheville
The captivating mountain views and ample dining options are top of the list for many visitors to West Asheville. A stop by French Broad River or Asheville Outlets might round out your trip.
Biltmore Village
You'll love the majestic mountain landscape in Biltmore Village, and you might want to stick around to check out Historic Biltmore Village, a top place to visit.
South Slope Brewing District
If you're spending some time in South Slope Brewing District, The Orange Peel and Wicked Weed Brewing are top sights worth seeing.
