Asheville, NC

Asheville, NC
September for 4 days
$50
Posted on May 14, 2020 by

Day 1

Driving from Atlanta, GA

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3 h 22 min (199 miles) via US-23 S Fastest route now, avoids road closure on Capitol Square SW Asheville North Carolina Take I-40 W, US-74 W/Great Smoky Mountains Expy, US-23 S, I-985 S and I-85 S to M.L.K. Jr Dr SE in Atlanta. Take exit 248A from I-85 S 3 h 22 min (199 mi) Take Jesse Hill Jr Dr SE to Capitol Ave SW

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Location: Sliding Rock, Brevard, NC 28768, USA
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[ Google Review ] Absolutely love sliding rock. It's a great place for kids, but I definitely recommend for them to have a life vest regardless of swimming abilities. The water is so cold that sometimes they dont swim. I've seen it a couple times. You have to experience this!!!

Photo Credit: Paola Alvarez
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Location: Pisgah National Forest, South Toe, NC 28714, USA
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Camping here in Cabin

Photo Credit: Tony Junkes
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Location: Crabtree Falls, Grassy Creek, NC 28777, USA
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[ Google Review ] Address to use: 39000 Blue Ridge Parkway, Burnsville NC 28714.

Photo Credit: Sham Anand
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Location: 6 Lennox Ct #1, Asheville, NC 28801, USA
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Explore Asheville's bustling local beer scene on Asheville's ORIGINAL brewery tour! Since 2006, we have taken countless beer enthusiasts on tours of three of Asheville's many local breweries. Our knowledgeable, entertaining guides will explain the history, art and science of brewing and lead you on a behind-the-scenes tour of the brewery facilities. Each tour includes generous samples of each breweries fresh, hand-crafted beers. All tours start and end in a convenient downtown location, within easy walking distance to many of Asheville's finest restaurants, attractions and hotels. Whether you're a true beer aficionado or a novice looking to learn more about beer, you will have a great time! https://www.exploreasheville.com/listings/asheville-brews-cruise/314/

Photo Credit: Asheville Brews Cruise

Day 2

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Location: 1 Lodge St, Asheville, NC 28803, USA
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[ Google Review ] So much to see and do here! This place is breathtaking!! My 10 year old daughter loved it as well. The house tour is amazing. I would recommend getting an audio guide to listen to your first time here. Awesome concerts held here during the summer and tons of other tours to book with them also!

Photo Credit: Eric Nielsen
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Location: 25 Haywood St, Asheville, NC 28801, USA
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[ Google Review ] Great to see the original building! Such fun to visit the old fashioned lunch counter and snag some sweets, a giant pickle, or original recipe sandwiches. The art on display and for sale is generous in selection and with a wide spectrum of prices. Something for everyone in the two floors of the gallery. Spacious, well lit, extraordinary place to spend a raging afternoon. Thoroughly enjoyed our time in this historic downtown Asheville building.

Photo Credit: Luis Ybarra
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Location: Downtown, Asheville, NC 28801, USA
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This is a free event. The drummers begin showing up around 6 PM (sometimes as early as 5 PM) and the crowd builds until it ends at 10 PM. Don't miss this... It will make you feel good all over! The drum circle has been active since 2001.

Photo Credit: Satish Nathan
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Location: Blue Ridge Pkwy, Asheville, NC 28805, USA
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Location: 100 Frederick Law Olmsted Way, Asheville, NC 28806, USA
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[ Google Review ] It was our first time going for winter lights. It is drizzling rain, but that didn't stop us. It was beautiful and breathtaking. A must see.

Photo Credit: David Shuler
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Location: 13 Biltmore Ave, Asheville, NC 28801, USA
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[ Google Review ] From the moment I walked in, I knew this was going to be a fantastic experience. The decor, the chefs cutting fresh meat, the expansive bar...this place is outstanding!! Our server Alex knew every detail of the menu, and had exceptional suggestions. I had a sangria like I've never had before! My friend had a whiskey made with rosemary, also phenomenal!! Every dish we had, we would take a bite and just be in awe at the flavor! I can't even pick a favorite because we loved everything we tried. We go on a " mom's date " once a month and pick a different location each time. After last night we've decided we will come back to Curate every month. This place does not disappoint !!

Photo Credit: Cúrate

Day 3

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Location: 626 Haywood Rd, Asheville, NC 28806, USA
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[ Google Review ] What a diamond in the rough. My parents were dazzled and my husband loved their ambiance. I loved their decor! The food tasted splendid and the only unfortunate part was that they ran out of candy canes for their holiday drink but I ended up trying another drink that I loved probably more than I would have the candy cane one

Photo Credit: Sunny Point Café
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Location: 3300 University Heights, Asheville, NC 28804, USA
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[ Google Review ] Pretty sure this is the oldest farmers market in the AVL... by my estimation certainly the best! Love Full Sun Farms, Gaining Ground Farms, Eat Fork Farms for eggs and meat... the list goes on! Beautiful and Yummy! Vegan, Gluten Free, mushrooms... the list does not stop!

Photo Credit: Sylvia Harrow
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Location: 59 Noble Rd, Fairview, NC 28730, USA
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[ Google Review ] If I share how amazing of a place Looking Glass Creamery is I literally get nervous of having to stand in line at some point in the future. Really though, this place has got to be one of my most favorite places in all of NC for amazing cheese boards and a setting that makes you enjoy your time there. My friends and I will literally drive a couple hours for a day trip and have this as our first stop. You will not regret stopping by!

Photo Credit: Eva M
Cost/Budget: $50
Location: 715 Haywood Rd, Asheville, NC 28806, USA
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[ Google Review ] What an expression of culinary delight! A unique combination of delectable tastes and textures bursts out of this thoughtful menu. Top notch service and cozy/clean/classic atmosphere round out the experience. Experts run this place. Go!

Photo Credit: Jargon
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Location: 22 N Market St, Asheville, NC 28801, USA
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[ Google Review ] We. Love. This. Bar. We were in Asheville for 3 nights. 2 of those nights we went to Off the Wagon. Neither myself or my boyfriend had ever been to a piano bar, but now we are going to go home and frequent our local piano bars. It is so much fun! The drinks are strong and cheap. They acknowledge 911 dispatchers as first responders (huge). We love that it’s Veteran owned. The waitresses were polite and attentive. They play your requests quickly. And the vibes are just awesome. We had so much fun. Definitely a major highlight of our trip! Can not recommend enough.

Day 4

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Location: Marion, NC 28752, USA
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Difficulty: Difficult Length: 1.5 to 2.4 miles each way Region: Linville Gorge, Pisgah National Forest Duration of hike: Between 2 and 5.5 hours round-trip, depending on the trail Elevation gain: Depending on trail, anywhere from 1,000-foot descent (Devil’s Hole) to a 873-foot descent (Spence Ridge) to a 650 feet gain (Jonas Ridge) Type: Out & Back Blazes: none Facilities & Parking: none Features: Pet Friendly, Views https://www.exploreasheville.com/stories/post/linville-gorge-east-rim-trails/

Photo Credit: JR Ostrander

Drive back to ATL

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