River Arts District Travel Guide
Asheville
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Popular places to visit
Grey Eagle
You can make plans for a show at Grey Eagle on your trip to Asheville. Discover the area's top-notch restaurants and its acclaimed theatre scene.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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 River Arts District
The Radical Asheville, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
excellent!
Reviewed on 27 Jan 2026
The Omni Grove Park Inn & Spa
Amazing experience!!
Reviewed on 24 Jan 2026
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
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson Asheville Downtown Tunnel Road
It was GOOD - didn't really care for the location - they were doing mainteance repairs from a previous storm - understandable - room was fine
Reviewed on 3 Feb 2026
Brookstone Lodge near Biltmore Village, an Ascend Collection Hotel
Very clean.
Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026
The Residences at Biltmore
Large 1-bedroom, large bathroom with soaking tub, huge shower, 1 sink. Lots of room in every room: kitchen, family room w/ fireplace, bathroom, balcony and bedroom. Plus in-room washer/dryer. (Dryer was not super efficient, but gas fireplace threw so much heat, dried clothes.) Elevators excellent. ...
Reviewed on 1 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around River Arts District
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 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.
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 Grove Arcade and Pack Square.
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.
Historic Montford
While visiting Historic Montford, you might make a stop by sights like Riverside Cemetery and Hazel Robinson Amphitheatre.
