Visit Southwest Asheville
Popular places to visit
Asheville Outlets
You can enjoy retail therapy at Asheville Outlets during your stay in 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.
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 acclaimed theatre scene and 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.
Western North Carolina Nature Center
Meet the animals who live at Western North Carolina Nature Center during your trip to Asheville. In the area, take in the lively festivals and mountain views.
Antler Hill Village
You can find out about the history of Asheville with a stop at Antler Hill Village. Discover the area's lively festivals or seek out its local tours.
Activities
Forest Bathing & Nature Therapy Mini-Retreat
RAD Rising: From Flood to Flourish – A tip-based RAD walking tour
Blue Ridge Parkway Asheville Self-Guided Audio Tour
Asheville Walking Tour: Self-Guided
Downtown Asheville Tip-Based Sightseeing Walking Tour
The Asheville Abyss Ghost Tour: Ashes to Apparitions
Our pick of the best Southwest Asheville Hotel Deals
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Asheville SW - Outlet Ctr Area by IHG
Room was clean and breakfast was great!!
Reviewed on 3 Dec 2025
Hilton Garden Inn - Asheville South
Yes. Staff was very friendly. Room was clean with the exception of a couple outside critters but overall descent. Breakfast and dinner served was great
Reviewed on 30 Nov 2025
Hampton Inn & Suites Asheville Biltmore Area
Hotel was clean and comfortable. The room was exemplary. The main issue was lack of items during breakfast time. Primarily Sunday morning there were several empty spots. For example no orange juice, apple juice, bagels, muffins and fresh omelette. I was at breakfast around 9 so didn’t arrive ...
Reviewed on 1 Dec 2025
Extended Stay America Premier Suites - Asheville
It was goid
Reviewed on 1 Dec 2025
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Asheville - Outlet Mall
It was a welcome surprise to find such a clean, welol kept hotel. this is one of those places that is so welcoming that you almost wish you were staying more than one night.
Reviewed on 5 Dec 2025
Comfort Suites Outlet Center
Nice room, very clean, nice front desk help. Nice location, would stay again if in town! Great price too
Reviewed on 1 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Southwest Asheville
West Asheville
The captivating mountain views and ample dining options are top of the list for many visitors to West Asheville. A stop by New Belgium Brewing Company or French Broad River might round out your trip.
South Asheville
If you're spending some time in South Asheville, Biltmore Estate and Asheville's Fun Depot are top sights worth seeing.
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.
Shiloh
While Shiloh may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Biltmore Estate and Asheville's Fun Depot.
River Arts District
You'll enjoy the restaurants and live music in River Arts District. You might want to make time for a stop at Grey Eagle or French Broad River.
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 Downtown Market Asheville.
