Downtown Asheville Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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Popular places to visit
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 theatre scene.
Fired Up Creative Lounge Ashville
Explore the campus of Fired Up Creative Lounge Ashville during your stay in Asheville. Discover the area's top-notch restaurants and its acclaimed art galleries.
Grove Arcade
You can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Grove Arcade during your visit to Asheville. Discover the area's lively festivals or seek out its local tours.
Pack Square
Find out about the history of Asheville when you take a trip to Pack Square. Discover the area's mountain views or seek out its local tours.
Thomas Wolfe Memorial
You can find out about the history of Asheville when you stop by Thomas Wolfe Memorial. Wander the area's picturesque gardens or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.
Buncombe County Courthouse
Buncombe County Courthouse is just one of the places to see in Asheville, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the mountain views and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
Activities
Downtown Asheville Tip-Based Sightseeing Walking Tour
RAD Rising: From Flood to Flourish – A tip-based RAD walking tour
Asheville Walking Tour: Self-Guided
Asheville's Historic Smart Phone Guided App (GPS) Walking Tour
Asheville's Famous Ghosts Smart Phone GPS APP Solo Walking Tour
Asheville Insider Guided Walking Tour
Our pick of the best Downtown Asheville Hotel Deals
Aloft by Marriott Asheville Downtown
"Great location and everything was wonderful! Will stay again!"
Reviewed on 2 June 2026
Moxy Asheville Downtown
"Second stay at a Moxy and still holds up to the same standard set in my stay in Chattanooga, especially friendly staff at check-in and bar. This location is walking distance to great food and top notch breweries. Highly recommend!"
Reviewed on 2 June 2026
Renaissance Asheville Downtown Hotel
"Wonderful hotel to stay in for a couple of nights. Reasonable price, walking distance to downtown. Our only complaint was that there’s no coffee available until 7 on the weekends and 6:30 weekdays. We’re early risers and it would be great if coffee were available in the lobby early. It’s quite a ..."
Reviewed on 2 June 2026
Kimpton Hotel Arras by IHG
"No additional charges for pet. Complementary beverages at happy hour. Staffwas very accommodating"
Reviewed on 2 June 2026
The Restoration Asheville
"Great vibe and fantastic location!"
Reviewed on 2 June 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Asheville Downtown
"This hotel was in a great location to easily walk downtown or hop on the freeway to head further out. Our room was clean, had everything we needed, and felt pretty spacious for the two of us. Just a note - our room did face the hotel across the street and if you don't have one of the shades down, ..."
Reviewed on 1 June 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Asheville
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.
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.
East End - Valley Street
While visiting East End - Valley Street, you might make a stop by sights like McCormick Field and Memorial Stadium.
North Downtown
North Downtown might not have many top sights, but Pack Square and Harrah's Cherokee Center - Asheville are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
South French Broad
South French Broad might not have many top sights, but McCormick Field and The Orange Peel are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
West End - Clingman Avenue
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in West End - Clingman Avenue and surrounding area, you can visit Grove Arcade and Harrah's Cherokee Center - Asheville.
