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 lively festivals.
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 great live music 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
The Asheville Abyss Ghost Tour: Ashes to Apparitions
Blue Ridge Parkway Asheville Self-Guided Audio Tour
Forest Bathing & Nature Therapy Mini-Retreat
Custom Half-Day Photo Tour with Photography Lessons from Asheville
Asheville's Historic Smart Phone Guided App (GPS) Walking Tour
Asheville's Famous Ghosts Smart Phone GPS APP Solo Walking Tour
Top hotels in Downtown Asheville
The Restoration Asheville
Our meal was poor as was the service but they comped us to make up for it
Reviewed on 1 Feb 2026
Renaissance Asheville Downtown Hotel
Everything was great.
Reviewed on 20 Jan 2026
Aloft Asheville Downtown
Location, staff, and amenities were perfect for our stay! Right around the corner from the Orange Peel and Wicked Weed, and a quick walk to all the goodies that downtown Asheville has to offer! Highly recommend!
Reviewed on 29 Jan 2026
Kimpton Hotel Arras by IHG
The hotel is amazing and the staff are wonderful
Reviewed on 4 Feb 2026
The Flat Iron Hotel
Amazing staff and accommodations!
Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026
The Foundry Hotel Asheville, Curio Collection by Hilton
Clean, quiet room. Good location.
Reviewed on 23 Jan 2026
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 Downtown Market Asheville 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 Downtown Market Asheville.
