Kasee & James
Kasee & James
Things to Do
Biltmore
An iconic must-see in Asheville, Biltmore Estates is the largest privately owned home in the entire country. Completed in the late 19th century by George Vanderbilt II, it is an incredible example of Gilded Age opulence, architecture, and style.
Great Smoky Mountains Railroad
Super lovely train ride through the local mountain country regions. This is a historical train and a lovely day trip to Bryon City, about 40 minutes west of Asheville.
Navitat Canopy Adventures
Navitat Canopy Adventures, located 30 minutes north of Asheville, is great for ziplining through the Blue Ridge Mountains.
LaZoom Tours
If you're looking for a fun and interactive tour of Asheville, then you must take a spin on the big purple bus. LaZoom Tours offers a comedy tour, a Band & Beer bus, and a haunted comedy tour. It's the "best & weirdest way to see Asheville".
Beer
With over 40 breweries in Asheville and 75 in the greater Asheville area, there are more breweries per capita than any other US city!
Sierra Nevada is the Willy Wonka of Breweries, with an amazing dining experience & the largest taproom in NC. Tours, live music, walking/hiking trails, private fire pits, and bocce courts are available.
The South Slope neighborhood has the largest concentration of breweries within walking distance. With 9 to choose from in a 4-block radius. Our favorites are Wicked Weed's Funkatorium, Green Man & Asheville Brewing Company.
Dining
The Omni Grove Park Inn has several fine dining options. They are known for the weekend seafood buffet at The Blue Ridge. It's certainly worth noting that The Sunset Terrace at Omni is quite possibly the best place to catch a sunset over the mountains!
Zambra is a great dinner spot with amazing martinis!
Storm Rhum Bar features a delicious farm to table concept, and the locally sourced menu changes weekly.
Gigi's Underground is Jay's prohibition style, jazz/cocktail lounge. Live entertainment nightly!
Other great options are:
Posana (which features a great gluten free menu)
Admiral
Rhubarb
Plant (An excellent vegetarian option)
Modesto
Taco Temple
White Duck Taco
Papas & Beer
Brunch
Asheville is definitely a brunch town! Here are some of our favorites:
Early Girl Cafe
Tupelo Honey
Biscuit Head
Sunny Point
Home Grown
Blackbird
Moose Cafe
Taco Billy
Hiking
With hundreds of hiking trails through the Blue Ridge Mountains, you are sure to find one you love!
The Asheville area has moderate-level summit hikes with stunning views, gorgeous paths with waterfalls, and easy day hikes perfect for families.
With so many options, we suggest you 1) DO go chasing waterfalls and 2) check out this guide to select the perfect hike: https://www.exploreasheville.com/outdoor-adventures/hiking/