Downtown Asheville Art District Travel Guide

Asheville

Beautiful views abound when you are driving the Blue Ridge Parkway.
Beautiful views abound when you are driving the Blue Ridge Parkway.
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Asheville is such a cool city. I was walking down the street and I came upon this really cool wall. Asheville fits into the stereotype of Appalachia in a unique way. Appalachia doesn't exactly fit into the modern, mainstream culture. Asheville fits into that non-conforming mold. Asheville is also home to some pretty unique music. A lot of this music has roots in traditional "Appalachian" music, using instruments such as the banjo and mandolin. I associate this alternate art with the alternate music because they both call Asheville and the Appalachian mountains home. #appalachianechoes
A guilded age crafted Basilica in the inner city of Asheville, North Carolina. Stain glass windows were amazing and the Last Supper presentation are beyond words. This must be seen if visiting Asheville.

Popular places to visit

H5JNE7 The Orange Peel music venue in downtown Asheville NC

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.

The Orange Peel
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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.

Fired Up Creative Lounge Ashville
Wandering around and found the Thomas wolf house. Lived here all my life and had never seen it.

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.

Thomas Wolfe Memorial
Pack Square Park and highrises in Asheville, North Carolina.

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.

Pack Square
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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.

Grove Arcade
The Buncombe County Court House, in downtown Asheville, North Ca

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.

Buncombe County Courthouse

Things to do

Asheville Premier Ghost Tour Experience.

The Asheville Abyss Ghost Tour: Ashes to Apparitions

£23
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
The Asheville Abyss Ghost Tour: Ashes to Apparitions
Custom Half-Day Photo Tour with Photography Lessons from Asheville

Custom Half-Day Photo Tour with Photography Lessons from Asheville

£124
per adult
Custom Half-Day Photo Tour with Photography Lessons from Asheville
Asheville's Historic Smart Phone Guided App

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

£7
per adult
Asheville's Historic Smart Phone Guided App (GPS) Walking Tour
Asheville's Famous Ghosts Smart Phone GPS APP Solo Walking Tour

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

£7
per adult
Asheville's Famous Ghosts Smart Phone GPS APP Solo Walking Tour
Scenic Driving Tour of the Blue Ridge Mountains

Scenic Driving Tour of the Blue Ridge Mountains

£110
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Scenic Driving Tour of the Blue Ridge Mountains
Historic Music Scene Walking Tour in Asheville

Historic Music Scene Walking Tour in Asheville

£22
per adult
Historic Music Scene Walking Tour in Asheville
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Top hotels in Downtown Asheville Art District

The Restoration Asheville

The Restoration Asheville

4 out of 5
68 Patton Ave Asheville NC
The price is £179 per night from 25 Feb to 26 Feb
£179
25 Feb - 26 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this family-friendly hotel in Asheville. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and 3 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and the bar in their reviews. ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (1,132 reviews)
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

The Restoration Asheville
Renaissance Asheville Downtown Hotel

Renaissance Asheville Downtown Hotel

3.5 out of 5
31 Woodfin Street Asheville NC
The price is £80 per night from 26 Feb to 27 Feb
£80
26 Feb - 27 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Asheville. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,006 reviews)
Very nice.

Reviewed on 21 Feb 2026

Renaissance Asheville Downtown Hotel
Aloft Asheville Downtown

Aloft Asheville Downtown

3 out of 5
51 Biltmore Avenue Asheville NC
The price is £107 per night from 26 Feb to 27 Feb
£107
26 Feb - 27 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Asheville. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,009 reviews)
Awesome!

Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026

Aloft Asheville Downtown
Kimpton Hotel Arras by IHG

Kimpton Hotel Arras by IHG

4 out of 5
7 Patton Avenue Asheville NC
The price is £135 per night from 26 Feb to 27 Feb
£135
26 Feb - 27 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Asheville. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,011 reviews)
The stay was great

Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026

Kimpton Hotel Arras by IHG
The Flat Iron Hotel

The Flat Iron Hotel

4 out of 5
20 Battery Park Ave Asheville NC
Stay at this hotel in Asheville. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 bars/lounges and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Biltmore Estate and Harrah's Cherokee Center ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (466 reviews)
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

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The Flat Iron Hotel
The Foundry Hotel Asheville, Curio Collection by Hilton

The Foundry Hotel Asheville, Curio Collection by Hilton

4 out of 5
51 South Market Street Asheville NC
The price is £161 per night from 26 Feb to 27 Feb
£161
26 Feb - 27 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Asheville. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (483 reviews)
Great location, great service, great hotel!

Reviewed on 22 Feb 2026

The Foundry Hotel Asheville, Curio Collection by Hilton
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Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Asheville Art District

panorama of downtown Asheville, North Carolina

Downtown Asheville

4.5/5(3 area reviews)

Downtown Asheville is beloved for its popular shops. Take some time to explore sights in the area like Grove Arcade and Pack Square.

Downtown Asheville
H5JNE7 The Orange Peel music venue in downtown Asheville NC

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.

South Slope Brewing District
Nothing like walking into a shop and asking for a sampler of their favorite smokey delights, then walking out later with a selection of 4 , including tasso, several sausages and some rib bones and a pig knuckle for the dogs. PJ has an amazing business that I would definitely put on my 100 mile gottagoto radar. #gottagoto.

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.

North Downtown
Asheville Tourists! Milb game on a beautiful afternoon.

East End - Valley Street

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

East End - Valley Street
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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.

South French Broad
Really cool art studio. You are encouraged to look, as well as touch and even photograph the works of art. His use of color is really amazing

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.

West End - Clingman Avenue

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