Asheville Tourist Attractions

Fall in love with various mountain sceneries and picturesque nature sights in Asheville as it brings you breathtaking peak views, experience thrilling activities, and exciting adventures.

Here are some of our recommended attractions and activities in Asheville.

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Blue-Ridge Parkway Self-driving Audio Tour

Your tour starts at the Oconaluftee Visitor Center. Begin the driving get-away by downloading the Action Tour Guide app, which will function as your guide, audio tour, and map.

Head first to Ballhoot Overlook, where you will get your first view of the majestic Asheville mountain ranges. Then proceed to the Big Witch Overlook, where you will discover the ancient craft of Cherokee treatment.

Next, you will be at the Soco Gap, the site of a significant conflict between the Cherokee and a particular rival tribe.

As you head to Roy Taylor Forest Overlook, learn about the parkway's grueling construction history.

There are also hiking trails at Cathedral and French Broad Falls, two must-visit waterfalls in the area.

Visit a fantastic swimming spot at Skinny Dip Falls, then see the phenomenal birding lookout site of Cherro Cove.

Continue toward Asheville and learn about its history, music, and wealthiest residents.

While leaving Asheville, pass even more amazing towers and trails, including the Craven Gap Trail, which links to a mythical 1,200-mile route across the state. Next is Lake Pinnacle Overlook, an ideal spot for a momentary snapshot.

Ascend to the Craggy Gardens Visitor Center and see the best views on the parkway, such as Glassine Falls Overlook.

Prepare yourself to cross through the leafy Mount Mitchell State Park before reaching Green Knob Overlook, which was used for the establishing image in Last of the Mohicans.

Past a few more fabulous overlooks, and you'll reach the trail for Crabtree Falls—pleasingly worth a detour. Then, pass the quaint towns of Emerald Village and Little Switzerland, known for some extraordinary and intriguing history.

More outlooks and trails await you, as do some Civil War history and ghost stories. You will also have the opportunity to see the breathtaking Mile High Swinging Bridge.

After passing via the legendary skiing town of Blowing Rock, come to another set of unbeatable overlooks and discover what makes this mountain ecosystem unique.

Past Little Glad Mill Pond, known as an ideal picnic spot, crosses the Virginia border and leads straight through the Devil's Den Nature Preserve.

Then there is Puckett Cabin, once home to a hugely famous midwife, and Mabry Mill, dating back over a century!

At last, you'll arrive in the bustling town of Roanoke and learn about the haunting mystery behind its name. The tour will conclude here.

Scenic Helicopter Experience

Take a different direction to explore Asheville's most well-known sights and attractions on a scenic helicopter flight. Enjoy picturesque vistas as you soar above the skyline of Asheville to Western North Carolina and high up the Blue Ridge Mountains and the French Broad River.

After taking off from the private heliport, start your flight over the astonishing Blue Ridge Mountains. Get your adrenaline as you feel the helicopter's speed and fly low over the treetops and mountains, getting an authentic taste of the American South's beauty.

While enjoying the view above, head to the northern part of the area along Highway 26 towards Biltmore Forest and downtown Asheville. As you orbit around Biltmore Forest, get a captivating bird's-eye view of America's one of the most significant estates.

Listen carefully to your guide through the provided headsets as they highlight more sites, including Antler Hill and some winery locations. After the tour, head back to the heliport across Lake Julian.

Ghost Tour and Hunted Pub Crawl

Explore the dark nature of Asheville on this haunted pub crawl tour. Enjoy beverages at local bars at your own risk.

Meet your local tour guide at Brahmari Brewing, where vengeful ghosts are known to be lurking around the place and can be heard galloping down the lane on horseback. From Brahmari Brewing, go through seven other bone-chilling, haunted locations, including three different bars.

Share a glass of alcoholic beverage with the ghost of Zelda Fitzgerald, that was killed in a fire in 1948. Experience the liveliness of Pritchard Park. Unveil the mysteries of the Pack's Tavern tunnel.

The spirits await you if you are brave enough to penetrate the shadows. After wandering around the creepy lanes of Asheville, complete the tour with a taste of Asheville's best at a downtown restaurant.

Private Food and Wine Experience with three Wineries

On this private guided tour, visit three of the finest local wineries in Asheville. Taste some great food and wine pairings while discovering the secrets behind having such a great time producing wine in the region.

After the briefing, begin your first flavorful pairing of the day with a delightful pastry and wine pairing. Head to the following spot and listen to a wine tour playlist as you go on the road; the Stone Ash vineyards, St. Paul, and Pleb Urban Winery.

Mountain Spirits Haunted Walking Tour

Discover the friendly city of Asheville, especially for its free-spirited demeanor. However, there are plenty of mysteries to unveil. Delve into the twisted, sensational, and downright spine-chilling history of "The Land of the Sky" on a walking tour with an expert guide.

Please meet your guide at The Jackson Building, where a suicidal businessman from the Great Depression lingers on the street where his life ended. From there, you'll visit seven other historic, haunted landmarks before returning to the starting point.

Feel a chill scurry up your spine as you mingle with Pack Square's angry, restless spirits. Scan the streets for the heart of Zelda Fitzgerald as you hear the grim details of her tragic death. Stand face-to-face with the poltergeist of St. Lawrence Basilica.

Choose the extended tour to visit four additional haunted locations, including an old speakeasy with a gruesome history. Explore Asheville in a fun, spooky, and unique way.