Downtown Asheville Art District Travel Guide
Tourist Guide





Visit Downtown Asheville Art District
Popular places to visit

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 great live music and acclaimed theatre scene.

Fired Up Creative Lounge Ashville
Explore the campus of Fired Up Creative Lounge Ashville during your stay in Asheville. Discover the area's top-notch restaurants and its acclaimed art galleries.

Grove Arcade
You can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Grove Arcade during your visit to Asheville. Discover the area's lively festivals or seek out its local tours.

Pack Square
Find out about the history of Asheville when you take a trip to Pack Square. Discover the area's mountain views or seek out its local tours.

Thomas Wolfe Memorial
You can find out about the history of Asheville when you stop by Thomas Wolfe Memorial. Wander the area's picturesque gardens or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.

Buncombe County Courthouse
Buncombe County Courthouse is just one of the places to see in Asheville, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the mountain views and lively breweries in this walkable area.
Activities

Downtown Asheville Tip-Based Sightseeing Walking Tour

RAD Rising: From Flood to Flourish – A tip-based RAD walking tour

Asheville Walking Tour: Self-Guided

The Asheville Abyss Ghost Tour: Ashes to Apparitions

Asheville Insider Guided Walking Tour

Historic Music Scene Walking Tour in Asheville
Our pick of the best Downtown Asheville Art District Hotel Deals

Aloft by Marriott Asheville Downtown
"Great location and everything was wonderful! Will stay again!"
Reviewed on 2 June 2026

Moxy Asheville Downtown

Renaissance Asheville Downtown Hotel
"Wonderful hotel to stay in for a couple of nights. Reasonable price, walking distance to downtown. Our only complaint was that there’s no coffee available until 7 on the weekends and 6:30 weekdays. We’re early risers and it would be great if coffee were available in the lobby early. It’s quite a ..."
Reviewed on 2 June 2026

Kimpton Hotel Arras by IHG
"Excellent!"
Reviewed on 3 June 2026

The Restoration Asheville
"Everything was perfect, great place to stay!"
Reviewed on 5 June 2026

Downtown Inn and Suites
"😕"
Reviewed on 1 June 2026
Our guide on where to stay in Downtown Asheville Art District

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.
South Asheville
If you're spending some time in South Asheville, Biltmore Estate and Biltmore Park Town Square 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.

Biltmore Village
You'll love the majestic mountain landscape in Biltmore Village, and you might want to stick around to check out Historic Biltmore Village, a top place to visit.

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.















