Emma Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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.

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 acclaimed art galleries and great live music.

Blue Ridge Parkway Asheville Entrance
Explore the great outdoors at Blue Ridge Parkway Asheville Entrance, a lovely green space in Asheville.

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.

Asheville Outlets
You can enjoy retail therapy at Asheville Outlets during your stay in Asheville. Discover the area's top-notch restaurants and its acclaimed theatre scene.

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.
Activities

Asheville's Historic Streets: A Self-Guided 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

Downtown Asheville Tip-Based Sightseeing Walking Tour

Asheville Insider Guided Walking Tour
Our pick of the best Emma Hotel Deals

Crowne Plaza Resort Asheville by IHG
Breakfast wasaverage.
Reviewed on 27 Mar 2026

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson Asheville River Arts District
Only 4-5 minutes away from downtown and everything was great! Great customer service and nicely decorated!
Reviewed on 27 Mar 2026

The Omni Grove Park Inn & Spa
The Grove Park Inn used to be a five star property. It’s a 3 at best today. We went to the GPI to celebrate my son’s birthday. Just to hit the high notes, the service from the staff was terrible. They obviously have very little training in hospitality. Absolutely no enthusiasm by the person in the ...
Reviewed on 12 Mar 2026

The Restoration Asheville
An excellent hotel in the center of town, easy walking, great staff, parking is easy, and the room was just great. Would come back again in a heartbeat.
Reviewed on 28 Mar 2026

Lantern Lodge - formerly The Residences at Biltmore
I did not experience breakfast.
Reviewed on 27 Mar 2026

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Asheville SW - Outlet Ctr Area by IHG
This is a very convenient location, the hotel was clean, very helpful staff and comfortable room.
Reviewed on 24 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Emma

Historic Montford
While visiting Historic Montford, you might make a stop by sights like Riverside Cemetery and Hazel Robinson Amphitheatre.

Five Points
If you're spending some time in Five Points, Botanical Gardens at Asheville and Kimmel Arena are top sights worth seeing.

West Asheville
The captivating mountain views and ample dining options are top of the list for many visitors to West Asheville. A stop by French Broad River or Asheville Outlets might round out your trip.

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 Grey Eagle and Downtown Market Asheville.

River Arts District
You'll enjoy the restaurants and live music in River Arts District. You might want to make time for a stop at Grey Eagle or French Broad River.

South French Broad
South French Broad might not have many top sights, but Grey Eagle and The Orange Peel are two attractions nearby that you can check out.