South French Broad Travel Guide
Asheville
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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.
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 acclaimed art galleries and great live music.
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.
Asheville Outlets
You can enjoy retail therapy at Asheville Outlets during your stay in Asheville. Discover the area's top-notch restaurants and its 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
Downtown Asheville Tip-Based Sightseeing Walking Tour
The Asheville Abyss Ghost Tour: Ashes to Apparitions
Asheville Insider Guided Walking Tour
Custom Half-Day Photo Tour with Photography Lessons from Asheville
Asheville's Historic Smart Phone Guided App (GPS) Walking Tour
Top hotels in South French Broad
The Omni Grove Park Inn & Spa
The Grove Park Inn used to be a five star property. It’s a 3 at best today. We went to the GPI to celebrate my son’s birthday. Just to hit the high notes, the service from the staff was terrible. They obviously have very little training in hospitality. Absolutely no enthusiasm by the person in the ...
Reviewed on 12 Mar 2026
The Restoration Asheville
Room was sty
Reviewed on 28 Mar 2026
Lantern Lodge - formerly The Residences at Biltmore
I did not experience breakfast.
Reviewed on 27 Mar 2026
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Asheville SW - Outlet Ctr Area by IHG
This is a very convenient location, the hotel was clean, very helpful staff and comfortable room.
Reviewed on 24 Mar 2026
Kimpton Hotel Arras by IHG
I thoroughly enjoyed The Kimpton. The location was perfect, the staff was friendly and the room exceed my expectations.
Reviewed on 28 Mar 2026
Renaissance Asheville Downtown Hotel
Breakfast was pretty good. Staff were nice.
Reviewed on 25 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around South French Broad
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.
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.
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.
Downtown Asheville
Downtown Asheville is beloved for its popular shops. Take some time to explore sights in the area like Pack Square and Wicked Weed Brewing.
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 Harrah's Cherokee Center - Asheville.
East End - Valley Street
While visiting East End - Valley Street, you might make a stop by sights like McCormick Field and Memorial Stadium.
