West Asheville Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
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.
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.
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 West Asheville
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 - Outlet Mall
"The front desk was absolutely wonderful. They were very kind and went above and beyond. Everything else was good too. The rooms were nice and clean and it was quiet. The location is great! I also loved that Ingles and Starbucks are right beside the hotel and you can walk there very easily. I would ..."
Reviewed on 2 Jun 2026
Hilton Garden Inn - Asheville South
"The staff was amazing and very friendly. The room and all spaces were clean."
Reviewed on 30 May 2026
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson Asheville River Arts District
"Great Stay. Would highly recommend"
Reviewed on 28 May 2026
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Asheville SW - Outlet Ctr Area by IHG
"Liked being able to have breakfast"
Reviewed on 30 May 2026
Hampton Inn & Suites Asheville Biltmore Area
"Staff was helpful and very nice. Breakfast was great. Only problem was poor water pressure in bathroom. Sink and shower head poor water pressure, very small shower head, no pressure, should have handheld device in shower too. Also bed pillows were small and uncomfortable But very clean hotel with ..."
Reviewed on 1 Jun 2026
Other neighbourhoods around West 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.
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.
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.
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.
Historic Montford
While visiting Historic Montford, you might make a stop by sights like Riverside Cemetery and Hazel Robinson Amphitheatre.
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.
