Indulge yourself. It will be easy to imagine being a pampered guest of one of America’s most revered hostesses, Edith Vanderbilt. Your revitalizing journey begins the moment you step foot into this luxurious facility, designed to reflect and…

Stay at this luxury inn on beautiful Lake Toxaway for a pampering weekend of spa treatments, outstanding cuisine, and relaxation by the water. Facials, massage, body treatments, skincare, enhancements, and wellness workshops are offered. Spa can…

The Earl Scruggs Music Festival delivers three days of bluegrass performances by talented artists while honoring its namesake musical pioneer. It is held each Labor Day weekend at Tryon International…

Experience a variety of North Carolina mountain live music and dance traditions, including bluegrass, old-time, blues, and clogging in and near Asheville. Thanks to the Blue Ridge Music Trails of NC project, you can easily find events and places…

First Saturday and Sunday in August
"Bee" sure to put this fun small-town festival on your list! The Sourwood Festival in downtown Black Mountain celebrates our bees, local sourwood honey, Appalachian craft, and community. It's presented by…

Cambria is a modern and stylish hotel next to the historic Grove Arcade in the middle of downtown and an easy walk to the South Slope Brewery District. Upscale rooms include one and two-bedroom suites that have balconies with mountain views of…

New, modern and stylish hotel next to the historic Grove Arcade in the middle of downtown, and an easy walk to South Slope Brewery District. Upscale rooms include one and two bedroom suites have balconies with mountain views of the…

Discover a town-wide celebration of creativity at the Hot Springs Arts Trail on September 26, from 10 am-7 pm. Organized by artist Terry Thirion of Gallery 339, this day brings art, music, and food to every corner of Hot Springs. 

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Enjoy a luxurious experience in a spacious room that includes plenty of amenities including the new outdoor pool with cabanas and bar area. The 21-story hotel includes a covered parking deck and views of the Great Smoky Mountains. Enjoy…

There's plenty to see and do at this free street festival in Black Mountain to celebrate sourwood honey, Appalachian craft, and community! 150 vendors, live music, a kids zone, food, and beverages. 10 am- 5 pm both Saturday and Sunday. New for…

Here are our favorite and best Asheville hotels, resorts, and full-service country inns, ranging from luxury to budget. All these best hotels in Asheville are located near Biltmore Estate and the Blue Ridge Parkway in the Western North Carolina…

The Great Smoky Mountains National Park straddles the Tennessee and North Carolina border near Asheville. Come see why this is the most visited national park in the United States, with 11+ million visitors each year! Plan your vacation and…

On the North Carolina side of the Great Smoky Mountains National Park, you'll find some fantastic small towns that are perfect basecamps for your vacation and adventures in the Smokies. While there are no hotels or restaurants inside the national…

Order the free 115-page Great Smoky Mountains North Carolina Travel Guide that includes activities and adventures in seven counties that surround the national park, published by Visit Smokies.

Downtown Asheville and nearby neighborhoods are great places to explore with many things to do for locals and tourists alike! Our lively city center has gorgeous architecture, fantastic stores, a huge variety of restaurants, interesting museums,…

Forest City brings southern charm and historic preservation together with modern innovation. Located in Rutherford County (near Rutherfordton), their historic downtown is has a variety of boutiques, antique shops, and local eateries. For world-…

For the longest paved greenway for biking, jogging and walking near Asheville, head to Rutherford County to explore the 13.5-mile Thermal Belt Rail Trail. The converted rail line was completed in 2019 with a 12-foot wide trail connecting…

Pearson's Falls and Glen is a gorgeous 90-ft. tall waterfall that cascades down a staircase of rock. It's located near US 176 between the charming small towns of Saluda and Tryon (check them both out while you are there). 

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A must stop for car buffs is located just a few miles from downtown Asheville in Grovewood Village behind The Omni Grove Park Inn & Spa. The Estes-Winn Antique Car Museum was established in 1966 by Harry Blomberg, founder of Harry's on…

Located just 2.5 miles from downtown Hendersonville is this museum that celebrates flight with quite an interesting collection. In addition to the impressive collection of historic airplanes, the Western North Carolina Air Museum displays flight…