River Arts District Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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Popular places to visit
Grey Eagle
You can make plans for a show at Grey Eagle on your trip to 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 great live music and acclaimed theatre scene.
Blue Ridge Parkway Asheville Entrance
Explore the great outdoors at Blue Ridge Parkway Asheville Entrance, a lovely green space in Asheville.
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.
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.
Activities
Asheville Walking Tour: Self-Guided
The Asheville Abyss Ghost Tour: Ashes to Apparitions
Asheville: Guided Craft Brewery Tour with a Snack
Historic Music Scene Walking Tour in Asheville
Scenic Driving Tour of the Blue Ridge Mountains
Asheville's Historic Smart Phone Guided App (GPS) Walking Tour
Our pick of the best River Arts District Hotel Deals
The Radical Asheville, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Absolutely beautiful hotel. The room was great- gorgeous design. But the lobby/bar/coffee area really are stunning. Such a cool vibe in the river arts district. Will absolutely stay here again!
Reviewed on 17 Feb 2026
The Omni Grove Park Inn & Spa
The property is amazing and the history is very rich. Taking it all in is humbling. We enjoyed our stay and the personal treatment and attention to detail.
Reviewed on 17 Feb 2026
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson Asheville Downtown Tunnel Road
Great room and grounds. Weird seeing the notice on the wall next to the elevator saying that the elevator was not certified for public use lol !
Reviewed on 17 Feb 2026
The Restoration Asheville
Fantastic stay Definitely hope to visit again soon. Staff was wonderful
Reviewed on 17 Feb 2026
Aloft Asheville Downtown
Great location
Reviewed on 16 Feb 2026
Brookstone Lodge near Biltmore Village, an Ascend Collection Hotel
Clean and accessible
Reviewed on 17 Feb 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around River Arts District
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.
South French Broad
South French Broad might not have many top sights, but Grey Eagle and Downtown Market Asheville are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
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.
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.
Downtown Asheville Art District
Downtown Asheville Art District is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Pack Square or Harrah's Cherokee Center - Asheville.
Historic Montford
While visiting Historic Montford, you might make a stop by sights like Riverside Cemetery and Hazel Robinson Amphitheatre.
