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The Windsor’s favorite things to do in Asheville
George Vanderbilt´s historic country estate, and America´s largest home - plus gardens, a winery, Antler Hill Village, historic farm, shops, restaurants, and outdoor adventures. This National Historic Landmark is an amazing destination offering a wide range of activities for all ages. Be sure to ask us about discounted tickets!
Located in the heart of downtown, this team of artists creates timeless and innovative hand-blown glass. Each piece is skillfully crafted using century old techniques and locally sourced material with the singular goal of creating top-notch work. By inviting you to view the glassblowing process from start to finish, you grow an appreciation for and relationship with the artist making the glass and the pieces on display in the gallery.
LaZoom Tours are by far, the best and most entertaining way to see and get to know Asheville. Their incredibly talented, dedicated guides—each with their own special personality—will inform and delight you at every turn! Comedy, haunted & beer tours available!
Considered by many to be one of the giants of 20th-century American literature, Thomas Wolfe immortalized his childhood home in his epic autobiographical novel, Look Homeward, Angel. Wolfe’s colorful portrayal of his family, his hometown of “Altamont” Asheville, North Carolina, and “Dixieland” the Old Kentucky Home boardinghouse, earned the Victorian period house a place as one of American literature’s most famous landmarks.
Outdoors and Hiking:
One of Asheville’s claim to fame, Craggy Gardens has vivid colors of wildflowers, exposed rock bald and spectacular views of distant peaks at Craggy Gardens, recognized by the state of North Carolina as a National Heritage Area. It is home to a multitude of rare plants and wildlife and easily accessible from the Blue Ridge Parkway. Closed in winter months.
Triple Falls in DuPont State Forest offers a unique opportunity to stand (or even have a picnic) in the middle of waterfall! A level rock surface allows plenty of room to safely enjoy the views and cascading water. These amazing falls have been made famous by such movies as “The Last of the Mohicans”, “The Hunger Games”, and “Max”.
This infamous parkway boasts a ton of hiking and stunning views. Please note that the parkway may be closed in the winter months, so be sure to check their website for the latest information.
Favorite scenic spots:
Navitat Ziplining, An unprecedented mountaintop zip-line adventure! Nowhere else will you find zip-lines this long, this high, and this fast integrated into a truly spectacular wilderness setting. About 30 min north of Asheville, reservation recommended.
Before you leave Western NC: Take a ride along the Blue Ridge Parkway. Many hiking trails and overlook spots are along this scenic roadway!
Breakfast within walking distance
The Med
Looking for an amazing greasy spoon with organic and local ingredients? Then you have to check out The Med.
The most amazing pastries, desserts, and coffee
Early Girl Eatery
One of the staple restaurants of Asheville, this farm-to-table restaurant has been serving the Asheville community since 2001.
Lunch within walking distance
Chai Pani
Indian chaat (street snacks) plus homestyle platters (thalis) in a funky, laid-back space.
Farm Burger
Burgers are made from grass fed beef, dry-aged, and ground fresh.
Green Sage Coffeehouse and Cafe
Downtown Asheville’s greenest restaurant, featuring fair trade organic coffee and tea.
Mellow Mushroom
Delicious pizza, hoagies, calzones and salads made with only the freshest ingredients.
Dinner within walking distance
Features modern and classic interpretations of the rich Italian gastronomic traditions.
A traditional Spanish tapas bar.
The love of Mexican food is combined with fresh California cuisine.
Features an innovative 100% gluten-free menu.
Rhubarb is the place where food and drink are at their best, nurturing lasting memories and personal experiences.
Salsa’s Mexican Caribbean Restaurant
An eclectic fusion of traditional Caribbean and Mexican cuisines.
An artful take on traditional classics.
Specializing in American farm-to-table cuisine with a menu that is equally healthy, locally-sourced, unique, and delicious.
Asheville’s favorite sushi restaurant.
Zambra has a modern, local vision of the tastes and flavors of the western Mediterranean. A tapas restaurant with menu based on locally available ingredients.
Bars within walking distance
Just around the corner is the place to enjoy a superior mixed drink, crafted with the best ingredients, as well as elevated bar food with the highest commitment to local, organic and humanely raised meats.
5 Walnut Wine Bar
Enjoy their eclectic selection of quality wines (many in the $5-to-$15-a-glass range), favorite local beers on tap and local bites.
Jack of the Wood
A cozy Celtic pub featuring the best in live music, handcrafted English-style Green-Man Ales and friendly conversation.
Savory sharing plates & sweet treats paired with delicious cocktails and an amazing patio.
Looking for a neighborhood pub? Look no further than Foggy Mountain. Great good and a large selection of local brews.
This is the bar to get dressed up and drink delicious cocktails in style!
This rooftop bar is located at the top of the AC Hotel, located just a block away from The Windsor. The views from here are stunning!
Live Music & Dancing
5 Walnut Wine Bar
Live music every night at this favorite wine bar just steps from The Windsor!
Grey Eagle Tavern & Music Hall
A favorite among locals, the Grey Eagle plays host to a diverse mix of locally, regionally and nationally touring bluegrass, rockabilly, jazz, rock, indie-rock, folk and blues artists.
The Orange Peel
The Orange Peel Social Aid & Pleasure Club is one of the Southeast’s preeminent concert venues. The club features state-of-the-art sound and lighting equipment rarely found in a club of its size.
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