Downtown Asheville 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 great live music 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 theatre scene.

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.

Grove Arcade
You can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Grove Arcade during your visit to Asheville. Discover the area's acclaimed art galleries or seek out its local tours.

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 lively breweries in this walkable area.
Things to do

Asheville's Historic Smart Phone Guided App (GPS) Walking Tour

Asheville's Famous Ghosts Smart Phone GPS APP Solo Walking Tour

Asheville Walking Tour: Self-Guided

Blue Ridge Parkway Guided Jeep Tour

Asheville: Terrors, Boos and Booze Haunted Pub Crawl

Mountaintop Yoga & Meditation Hike in Asheville
Top hotels in Downtown Asheville

The Restoration Asheville
The room was immaculate. Great decor throughout! The staff 10/10! Great recommendations for local shops and food! We throughly recommend enjoyed our stay and will definitely visit again!
Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026

Renaissance Asheville Downtown Hotel
Very nice.
Reviewed on 21 Feb 2026

Aloft Asheville Downtown
Awesome!
Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026

Kimpton Hotel Arras by IHG
The stay was great
Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026

The Flat Iron Hotel
Exceptional. From the clean rooms, to the courteous staff, to the amazing restaurant Luminosa. Great location, and you really don’t even have to leave the hotel to have an enjoyable stay.
Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026

The Foundry Hotel Asheville, Curio Collection by Hilton
Great location, great service, great hotel!
Reviewed on 22 Feb 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Asheville

Downtown Asheville Art District
Downtown Asheville Art District is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Pack Square or Grove Arcade.

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.

East End - Valley Street
While visiting East End - Valley Street, you might make a stop by sights like McCormick Field and Memorial Stadium.

North Downtown
North Downtown might not have many top sights, but Thomas Wolfe Memorial and Pack Square are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

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

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 Grey Eagle and Grove Arcade.
