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25 Best Things to Do in Asheville, NC (for 2021)
"Grove Arcade has everything boiled into one spot, with local artists and galleries mixed in. This historic building was one of America’s first indoor shopping malls and has stuck around for nearly 100 years, like many places in Asheville. Whether you shop inside or grab a bite out on the street, stopping by the Arcade is definitely one of the best things to do in Asheville."
"The Grove Arcade was one of the first indoor shopping malls in all of the country, which makes it a unique mix of historical and fun on this list of places to go in the city of Asheville. Like many spots in this North Carolina city, it has existed for almost a century. Better yet, it has something for everyone."
"This historic shopping center houses art galleries, boutiques, gourmet food stores and other specialty shops. Its outdoor Portico Market features local vendors selling fresh produce and handmade crafts. On-site eateries include Grove Corner Market, Chorizo, Cats and Dawgs, and Thai Basil."
"Address: 1056 Merrimon Ave., Asheville, NC 28804Free and donation-based parking at the Sanctuary and surrounding lots/streetsPermit for dogs and boats at Lake (no dogs allowed at the Sanctuary)Perimeter Trail Length: 2.1-mile loopGrab Our Complete Guide To Beaver Lake. For hiking in Asheville, NC you’ll love this local spot. Beaver Lake Trail and Bird Sanctuary are stunning throughout the year."
"Although not technically one of the public parks in Asheville, NC, Beaver Lake is privately owned but open to the public for picnics and leisurely strolling. Here, you can walk the 2+-mile nature trail or visit the Beaver Lake Bird Sanctuary. If you love bird watching and nature trails at the Asheville parks, don’t skip a visit to Beaver Lake Bird Sanctuary in North Asheville."
"Although Riverside Cemetery is just that — a cemetery — Asheville’s Parks and Recreation Department maintains the grounds. Visitors will find 87 acres of rolling hills, flowers, and a view of the French Broad River. I wouldn’t necessarily call Riverside Cemetery one of Asheville’s parks or gardens, per se, but you will find 87 acres of beautiful grounds adopted by the City of Asheville."
"Address: 53 Birch St, Asheville, NC 288013.5 miles of paved roadsGrab Our Complete Guide To Riverside Cemetery With Must-See Sites. Find 3.5 miles of paved roads surrounded by Asheville history. This beautiful Victorian-style cemetery is the final resting place for literary greats like Thomas Wolfe and O."
"Step out of Gatlinburg to go to Asheville and see Riverside Cemetery, which is approximately 1h 30 min away. The adventure continues: identify plant and animal life at Deep Creek, contemplate the long history of Walker Sisters' Cabin, and learn about winemaking at Tennessee Homemade Wines."
"Home of Asheville’s famous “Shindig on the Green” summer bluegrass concert series, Pack Square is a great park right in the heart of downtown Asheville. Even when the concerts are taking place (they start “along about sundown” on Saturday nights), there is still plenty of green space for kids to run around and play. One of my family’s favorite summer weekend activities is to walk around downtown, eat dinner, grab some ice cream, then set up our camp chairs and listen to some good bluegrass music at Pack Square."
"If you are looking for centrally located parks in Asheville, NC, don’t miss Pack Square or the iconic City Hall in the distance. If you are looking for parks in downtown Asheville, don’t miss Park Square. I consider Pack Square exactly that: a public square in the heart of AVL."
"This interactive water feature delights children with its 21 jets of water that run in 12 combinations. You never know where it’s going to splash you next!"
"Address: 151 W T. Weaver Boulevard, Asheville, NC 28804Free to enter and casual nature trails to walkDon’t Miss All Of The Fun Things You Can Do At Asheville’s Botanical Gardens. One of the lesser-known hikes in Asheville, don’t miss the quiet nature trails at the Botanical Gardens At Asheville located within UNC-AVL. Here, find quiet pathways ensconced within rare and endangered wildflowers."
"We wrote all about Botanical Gardens At Asheville on Uncorked Asheville. Don’t miss their easy and short nature trails and rare wildflowers. If you are loving the parks in Asheville, NC, and are looking for gardens, head over to the Asheville Botanical Gardens."
"Out of all of the Asheville Parks, we love visiting French Broad River Park first thing in the morning. This park also has a dog park and walking trails that connect into Carrier Park. If you are looking for a park that follows the French Broad River and is in West Asheville past the River Arts District, don’t miss the French Broad River Park."
"My husband and myself went here for lunch a couple days ago. Very great, fresh food, excellent customer service, COVID-19 guidelines were being followed...."
"Pacific Pagoda has been serving the Asheville area with delecious Asian food for over 20 years. Their experienced chefs will treat your taste buds to something spectacular everytime you visit them. They also offer the authentic Pacific Rim cuisine, which is a combination of different cuisines across the world."
"A wide range of styles and choices.I was just enjoying the evening so I got a classic Long Island ..."
"Farm-to-table cuisine didn’t come any fresher than Farm 255, the Athens GA-based restaurant run by the Full Moon Farms and Moonshine Meats collectives. Though that influential eatery shut its doors for good in 2013, its legacy lives on in sister restaurant Farm Burger. The fast casual concept was launched in 2008 by Farm 255’s Jason Mann (an organic farmer & rancher) and restaurant industry vet George Frangos."
"Farm Burger, located in a great location in downtown Asheville, may be a tad more pricey than the other restaurants mentioned. The burgers are in the $7-10 range, but it’s the beer that gets you. Nothing is tastier than a cool local brew alongside your burger and fries!"
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