River Arts District Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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Popular places to visit
Grey Eagle
You can make plans for a show at Grey Eagle on your trip to Asheville. Discover the area's top-notch restaurants and its acclaimed theatre scene.
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.
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 great live music.
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.
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.
Activities
Asheville's Historic Streets: A Self-Guided Walking Tour
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
Our pick of the best River Arts District Hotel Deals
The Radical Asheville, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
What a great hotel. Amazing rooms, rooftop, restaurants... just simply impressive
Reviewed on 25 Apr 2026
The Artful Way
What a pleasant treasure! Greeted by friendly Moran
Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026
The Omni Grove Park Inn & Spa
Incredible hotel!!! The food was great at the restaurant with amazing views of the Smokey mountains. The spa is also amazing! Cannot recommend this hotel enough.
Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026
Moxy Asheville Downtown
Loved the hotel and the rooftop restaurant!
Reviewed on 28 Apr 2026
Aloft Asheville Downtown
Great location, nice rooms, and pool looked great.
Reviewed on 28 Apr 2026
La Quinta Inn & Suites By Wyndham Asheville Downtown
Breakfast is great. Staff was nice. The room was comfortable in the bed slept well.
Reviewed on 29 Apr 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around River Arts District
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 Grove Arcade.
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.
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.
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.
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 Grove Arcade or Harrah's Cherokee Center - Asheville.
Historic Montford
While visiting Historic Montford, you might make a stop by sights like Riverside Cemetery and Hazel Robinson Amphitheatre.
