North Downtown 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.
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 lively festivals and acclaimed art galleries.
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.
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
Blue Ridge Parkway Asheville Self-Guided Audio Tour
Asheville's Historic Smart Phone Guided App (GPS) Walking Tour
Asheville Walking Tour: Self-Guided
Scenic Driving Tour of the Blue Ridge Mountains
Asheville's Famous Ghosts Smart Phone GPS APP Solo Walking Tour
Asheville: Ultimate Late Night Haunted Pub Crawl
Top hotels in North Downtown
TownePlace Suites by Marriott Asheville Downtown
Surprise $15/day parking fee was disappointing, especially since the lot was empty. Fold-out couch for our 3rd occupant was heavy to deploy and uncomfortable & it was a bit of a puzzle arranging the furniture around it when opened. Otherwise, one of the better places I’ve stayed.
Reviewed on 22 Dec 2025
The Omni Grove Park Inn & Spa
Dated rooms but wonderful facility. Bar at Christmas Eve with fire is worth it all.
Reviewed on 22 Jan 2026
Renaissance Asheville Downtown Hotel
Everything was great.
Reviewed on 20 Jan 2026
The Restoration Asheville
Wonderful place! Lovely and spacious rooms, everyone who worked there were so nice and helpful. The little breakfast snack basket that waited for you outside your door each morning was such a pleasant surprise and a great personal touch. The bar downstairs was so enjoyable with a large arcade, pinball, ...
Reviewed on 26 Jan 2026
Brookstone Lodge near Biltmore Village, an Ascend Collection Hotel
I had to book a room super last minute without any firsthand knowledge of the area. My room was clean, the amenities were great and the staff went above and beyond.
Reviewed on 25 Jan 2026
The Residences at Biltmore
Cleanliness, staff was pleasant, only bummer was the hot tub was roped off “out of service”
Reviewed on 27 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around North Downtown
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.
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.
East End - Valley Street
While visiting East End - Valley Street, you might make a stop by sights like McCormick Field and Memorial Stadium.
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.
Five Points
If you're spending some time in Five Points, Botanical Gardens at Asheville and Kimmel Arena are top sights worth seeing.
Historic Montford
While visiting Historic Montford, you might make a stop by sights like Riverside Cemetery and Hazel Robinson Amphitheatre.
