Biltmore Estate visit
America's largest home, gardens and a winery tasting on the estate.
See dates and prices →☀️ Relaxed things to do
Blue Ridge Parkway scenic tour
Overlooks, short hikes and mountain views along America's favorite drive.
See dates and prices →Lazy river tubing on the French Broad
Float slowly through town on a summer afternoon.
See dates and prices →Hop-on hop-off trolley tour
See downtown, the Grove Park Inn and Montford with commentary.
See dates and prices →Chimney Rock State Park
Huge views over Lake Lure from a granite tower.
See dates and prices →🍷 Foodie things to do
Asheville brewery tour
Three craft breweries with tastings and behind-the-scenes stops.
See dates and prices →Downtown food tour
Farm-to-table bites, chocolate and Appalachian classics.
See dates and prices →Mountain winery tasting tour
Taste local wines at vineyards outside the city.
See dates and prices →🧗 Adventure things to do
Guided waterfall hike
Visit several waterfalls in Pisgah National Forest.
See dates and prices →French Broad River whitewater rafting
Class II to III rapids with a guide. Great fun for a group.
See dates and prices →Zipline canopy tour
Fly through the treetops in the mountains near town.
See dates and prices →Haunted Asheville ghost tour
Downtown's eerie history after dark.
See dates and prices →Where wedding guests should eat in Asheville
Cúrate
Downtown
Award-winning tapas bar. Book ahead.
Map ↗Chai Pani
Downtown
James Beard award-winning Indian street food.
Map ↗12 Bones Smokehouse
River Arts District
Ribs so good presidents have stopped by.
Map ↗Rhubarb
Downtown
Appalachian farm-to-table cooking.
Map ↗The Admiral
West Asheville
Dive-bar looks, serious food.
Map ↗Benne on Eagle
The Block, Downtown
Celebrates the history of Black cooking in Asheville.
Map ↗Posana
Downtown
Gluten-free kitchen on Pack Square.
Map ↗Jargon
West Asheville
Intimate dinner spot with a creative menu.
Map ↗The Market Place
Downtown
Elegant wood-fired cooking with mountain ingredients.
Map ↗Wicked Weed Brewing
Downtown
Big brewpub that fits a crowd.
Map ↗Biscuit Head
Several locations
Cat-head biscuits and a jam bar.
Map ↗Sunny Point Café
West Asheville
Garden-to-table brunch favorite.
Map ↗Where to stay
- The Omni Grove Park Inn $$$
North Asheville. Historic stone lodge with a famous spa. - The Inn on Biltmore Estate $$$
Biltmore Estate. Stay on the estate with mountain views. - Kimpton Hotel Arras $$$
Downtown. Central and modern, walk to everything.
Getting around
- You need a car for the Blue Ridge Parkway, waterfalls and most venues.
- Downtown and the River Arts District are walkable or a short rideshare apart.
- Parkway sections can close in winter or for repairs. Check the National Park Service site.
- Some trails and roads are still being repaired after Helene. Check before you go.
Arriving
Asheville Regional (AVL) is 20 minutes from downtown. Charlotte (CLT) is about 2 hours.
Good to know for guests in Asheville
- Currency: US dollar (USD).
- Tipping: Expected: 18 to 22% in restaurants. Large groups often get an automatic gratuity.
- Dinner time: Dinner usually from 6 to 9 pm. Popular restaurants book up weeks ahead.
- Power plugs: Type A and B plugs, 120 V.
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Questions guests ask about Asheville
When is the best time for a wedding in Asheville?
April to June, September to early November is the most popular season. Blue Ridge Mountains, the Biltmore Estate, waterfalls and one of America's best small-city food and beer scenes. The area is still recovering from Hurricane Helene in 2024, and most favorites have reopened.
How do guests get to Asheville?
Asheville Regional (AVL) is 20 minutes from downtown. Charlotte (CLT) is about 2 hours.
How do guests get around Asheville?
You need a car for the Blue Ridge Parkway, waterfalls and most venues. Downtown and the River Arts District are walkable or a short rideshare apart. Parkway sections can close in winter or for repairs. Check the National Park Service site. Some trails and roads are still being repaired after Helene. Check before you go.
What can wedding guests do in Asheville as a group?
Good group options include biltmore Estate visit, asheville brewery tour, downtown food tour, blue Ridge Parkway scenic tour. Most have private options for 10 to 20 people.
Is there a ready-made weekend plan for guests in Asheville?
Yes. Our Asheville wedding weekend itinerary has relaxed, foodie and adventure plans for the day before, the wedding day and the day after.
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Asheville wedding weekend itinerary
Ready-made relaxed, foodie and adventure plans for the day before, the wedding day and the day after.
See the plan →Welcome dinner restaurants in Asheville
Group-friendly places for the welcome or rehearsal dinner and the day-after brunch, with local dinner times and tipping.
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