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.
Blue Ridge Parkway Asheville Entrance
Explore the great outdoors at Blue Ridge Parkway Asheville Entrance, a lovely green space in Asheville.
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.
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 Streets: A Self-Guided Walking Tour
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
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
"It was okay if you need a place to rest your head for a night or so but definitely would definitely not stay for a long term visit. If my itinoary wasnt nonrefundable i would have went somewhere, but I sucked it up. Shower kept backing up."
Reviewed on 20 May 2026
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson Asheville River Arts District
"If you can get a room on the highway side it has a nice view of the mountains! Very clean, updated rooms. Bed and pillow’s super comfortable. Very convenient location. Parking could be better. Didn’t like parking on the left side of the building. It wasn’t lit very well. However there was parking ..."
Reviewed on 21 May 2026
The Omni Grove Park Inn & Spa
"The 11th floor/Club level is where it’s at, folks. The lounge serves food twice a day and free beverages during happy hour and also accommodated me for a mimosa or two in the morning😉. It has fabulous large rooms with nice bathrooms, featuring many shower heads and a jacuzzi tub for two and to me, ..."
Reviewed on 20 May 2026
Aloft Asheville Downtown
"Everything was on point and excellent."
Reviewed on 19 May 2026
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Downtown Asheville
"A+ hotel! Everything was great."
Reviewed on 20 May 2026
Moxy Asheville Downtown
"Staff is excellent, so helpful and friendly. Awesome location. Nice parking deck."
Reviewed on 18 May 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 New Belgium Brewing Company or French Broad River 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 Grey Eagle and Grove Arcade.
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 Grey Eagle or French Broad River.
South French Broad
South French Broad might not have many top sights, but Grey Eagle and McCormick Field are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
