From quick and easy loops around town to drives that take you to fantastic lakes and mountains, Asheville has many options for hiking!

For ideas, visit: https://avltoday.6amcity.com/city-guide/play/hiking-guide-asheville-nc

For Asheville's accessible trails that are wheelchair-friendly, visit: https://avltoday.6amcity.com/travel-and-outdoors/wheelchair-accessible-trail

The River Arts District is a creative hub along the French Broad River. Former warehouses and mills, many with colorful exterior murals, contain glassblowing, pottery, and other artisan studios, plus indie art galleries. The buzzing dining and nightlife scene encompasses hip cafes, BBQ restaurants, craft breweries, and cozy, chilled-out music venues like the long-running Grey Eagle.

Experience America’s Largest Home, as magnificent today as it was more than a century ago. A self-guided house visit spans three floors and the basement of the luxurious family home of George and Edith Vanderbilt. Explore the stories of the Vanderbilt family, their guests, and employees through displays of vintage clothing, accessories, art, furniture, and more. Biltmore House admission starts at $80. We recommend booking in advance.