- The list below includes 86 free or cheap things to do in or near Asheville, North Carolina, including 69 different types of inexpensive activities like Bus Tours, Food Tours, Walking Tours and Gardens.
- From Blue Ridge Parkway to Craggy Gardens, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Asheville and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Hendersonville, Black Mountain, Pisgah Forest and Marshall.
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You and your team have just sixty minutes to crack the secrets of the laboratory and defuse the nuclear bomb
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Travel the Blue Ridge Parkway in Asheville, North Carolina to enjoy beautiful views of the Blue Ridge Mountains. The Parkway is especially stunning in autumn, when its foliage displays a riot of color.
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As a popular stargazing site, Craggy Gardens offers visitors panoramic views of the Blue Ridge Mountains. The trail is known for its wildflower tunnel that visitors can hike through when its in bloom.
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Visit the North Carolina Arboretum in Asheville, North Carolina to enjoy lush gardens, exotic plants and other treats for the senses. Photography is allowed and encouraged. Wear comfortable shoes and plan to spend several delightful hours here.
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Urban Trail is a walking tour of downtown Asheville and highlights the unique architecture, people and historic events of the city. The Urban Trail is divided into five distinct eras, each of which has a symbol.
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A monument to the staggering Vanderbilt family fortune, the Biltmore Estate looms over Asheville, North Carolina. Experience its rolling grounds in clement weather, or head inside for a tour. The Biltmore Estate hosts extravagant public Christmas events and is available for weddings.
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The Thomas Wolfe Memorial is actually the preserved childhood home of the author. The house itself retains most of its original furnishings, and there is also an adjacent museum and visitors center that highlight Wolfe's life and work.
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The Biltmore Village, located near the Biltmore Estate, features a variety of art galleries, including the New Morning Gallery and the Southern Highland Craft Gallery. Visitors of this location can also dine at The Cantina and The Tree and Vine.
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Gourmands must not miss the chance to explore Asheville on a culinary excursion with Asheville Food Tours. Learn about local history and culture as you sample the most delectable edible luxuries the city has to offer.
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Bring your appetite along for the ride on the Eating Asheville Food Tour. This unique experience includes food and beverages at a selection of the city's finest restaurants. Tours feature appetizer portions at six or more establishments.
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Asheville Zipline Canopy Adventures is located over 124 acres of land just outside of downtown Asheville. The two to three hour standard journey allows visitors to explore 150 year old trees over 10 ziplines that run from several hundred feet to 1200 feet in length.