Emma Travel Guide
Asheville
Popular places to visit

Biltmore Estate
Wander through gardens and lush grounds, tour the grand mansion and learn about the history of this opulent estate in Asheville, North Carolina.

Asheville Outlets
You can enjoy retail therapy at Asheville Outlets during your stay in Asheville. Discover the area's top-notch restaurants and its lively festivals.

Blue Ridge Parkway Asheville Entrance
Explore the great outdoors at Blue Ridge Parkway Asheville Entrance, a lovely green space in Asheville.

University of North Carolina at Asheville
Walk around the campus at University of North Carolina at Asheville during your stay in Asheville. Amble around the area's picturesque gardens or seek out the local tours.

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.

Biltmore Park Town Square
You can do some window-shopping at Biltmore Park Town Square during your visit to Asheville. Wander the area's picturesque gardens or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.
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 Emma

Crowne Plaza Resort Asheville by IHG
"Everything was great! Lobby was beautiful and the breakfast was delicious!! Staff was super helpful. The only thing I would note is that the TVs have no streaming but I don’t know if that’s useful information or not-"
Reviewed on 2 Jun 2026

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson Asheville River Arts District
"Great Stay. Would highly recommend"
Reviewed on 28 May 2026

The Omni Grove Park Inn & Spa
"Beautiful resort, meticulously maintained. It was my fourth visit in about a dozen years, and there is always major renovation taking place. But they manage to keep it from intruding or interfering with anything essential to a nice resort stay."
Reviewed on 2 Jun 2026

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Downtown Asheville
"Everything was great clean"
Reviewed on 2 Jun 2026

Aloft by Marriott Asheville Downtown
"Great location and everything was wonderful! Will stay again!"
Reviewed on 2 Jun 2026

Moxy Asheville Downtown
"Second stay at a Moxy and still holds up to the same standard set in my stay in Chattanooga, especially friendly staff at check-in and bar. This location is walking distance to great food and top notch breweries. Highly recommend!"
Reviewed on 2 Jun 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Emma

Historic Montford
While visiting Historic Montford, you might make a stop by sights like Riverside Cemetery and Hazel Robinson Amphitheatre.

Five Points
If you're spending some time in Five Points, Botanical Gardens at Asheville and Kimmel Arena 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.

West End - Clingman Avenue
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in West End - Clingman Avenue and surrounding area, you can visit Grove Arcade and Harrah's Cherokee Center - Asheville.

River Arts District
You'll enjoy the restaurants and live music in River Arts District. You might want to make time for a stop at French Broad River or Grey Eagle.

South French Broad
South French Broad might not have many top sights, but McCormick Field and The Orange Peel are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
