No matter what your interests, you'll find great things to do in Asheville. We've made a handy list of a few just for you!

• Get the weather for your visit
• Shopping
• Art Galleries
• Restaurants
• Skiing
• Golf
• Rafting
• Hiking
• Attractions
• Local Breweries
• History
• Tours

Asheville is one of the top arts destinations in the Southeast representing hundreds of art galleries and working art studios. Local artisans have made their mark on the Asheville area.   In June 2007, AmericanStyle magazine ranked Asheville number 5 in the small cities category in the annual “Top 25 Arts Destinations” reader’s poll and in June 2008, Asheville was listed as number 2. 

Asheville Independent Restaurant Association (AIR)
This non-profit organization is dedicated to Asheville’s locally owned and operated restaurants.  Over 60 independent restaurants are listed by cuisine or location for your convenience.  http://airasheville.org/page/1694-Restaurants

Biltmore Village Restaurants
Located 1.5 miles from Brookstone Lodge are an array of restaurants for you to choose from.   From the relaxed atmosphere to a more formal setting, you will find some of the best food this area has to offer just moments away. http://exploreasheville.com/where-to-eat/asheville-restaurants-by-neighborhood/biltmore/index.aspx

Downtown Asheville Restaurants
Downtown Asheville is located just minutes away from Brookstone Lodge where you will find so many wonderful restaurant choices.   http://exploreasheville.com/where-to-eat/asheville-restaurants-by-neighborhood/downtown/index.aspx

Grove Arcade Restaurants
The Grove Arcade is located in downtown Asheville, just minutes away from Brookstone Lodge, and is a unique shopping and dining experience.   This historic building was built in 1929 and used to be a public marketplace until World War II.  It was renovated in 2002 and has quickly become one of the places to visit while in Asheville. http://www.grovearcade.com/index.php?cat=3&page=5

Whether you're just learning or an old pro, you'll find that the Asheville area offers a number of exciting skiing and snow boarding destinations. Both locals and visitors to the Asheville area love taking advantage of the close proximity and beautiful backdrop that the Blue Ridge Mountain’s provide. 

Broadmoor Golf Links
Broadmoor is the region's only links-style course.  It is a natural environment with ponds and marshes and lies in the Mills River Valley, beside the French Broad River. You will enjoy a 6,921 yard, Par 72 championship course that is playable for every golfer. http://www.broadmoorlinks.com/

Reems Creek Golf Club
Located only minutes away from Asheville, in a beautiful valley completely surrounded by the scenic Blue Ridge Mountains. They offer a Scottish Highland look with its rolling terrain in this secluded setting.  http://www.reemscreekgolf.com

“For those who want to make a big splash on their vacation, come experience all that the Western North Carolina Mountains has to offer.”   Outside Magazine  Asheville area consists of four rivers (French Broad, Pigeon, Nantahala, and Nolichucky) ranging from Class I (easy) to Class IV (Advanced) where you can select the one that best suites the adventurer in you. 

Adventurous Fast Rivers Rafting
http://www.white-water.com/

Huck Finn Rafting Adventures
http://www.huckfinnrafting.com/

Biltmore River Float Trips
http://www.biltmore.com/visit/activities/float_trips.asp

Mountain Adventure Guides
http://www.mtnadventureguides.com/

Blue Ridge Outing Company
http://www.raftwithkids.com/

Nantahala Outdoor Center
http://www.noc.com/

Carolina Outfitters
http://www.carolinaoutfitters.com/

Rolling Thunder River Company
http://www.rollingthunderriverco.com/

Endless River Adventures
http://www.endlessriveradventures.com/whitewater-rafting-north-carolina

USA Raft
http://www.usaraft.com/

French Broad Rafting Expeditions
http://www.frenchbroadrafting.com/

Wildwater Rafting
http://www.wildwaterrafting.com/

Chimney Rock Park 
You will enjoy hiking trails for all skill levels along with spectacular views.  Its most notable feature is a 315-foot granite monolith accessible by elevator and providing views of the park and surrounding countryside. The Last of the Mohicans,  the 1992 epic romantic adventure, filmed part of the movie along the Cliff Trail, including the climactic fight scene at the top of Hickory Nut Falls, a 404-foot waterfall located in the park. http://www.chimneyrockpark.com/visit/plan/suggesteditineraries.php

Mount Pisgah Trail
Located at milepost 407 of the Blue Ridge Parkway, this trail is 1.6 miles long and is of moderate difficulty (sections near the summit can be rather steep). There is a small observation deck near the TV tower at the summit and the view at the top is spectacular. http://www.hikewnc.info/trailheads/parkway/guidedhikes/mountpisgah.html

Blue Ridge Parkway Trails
Asheville is located around milepost 384 and is one of the most scenic parts of the country with its blue tinged mountains, and majestic gorges.  The BRP trails encompass 496 miles and consist of trails for all skill levels. Be sure to stop by the Blue Ridge Parkway Visitor Destination Center at Parkway milepost 384. http://www.brptrails.com/

Asheville is one of the best places to visit.  With such accolades as Southern Living naming Asheville the “Best Mountain Destination” and Frommer's naming “Asheville one of just a dozen global must-see destinations in 2007” and Outside magazine naming Asheville the “Best Southern Town” it is no wonder we are a must see city. Fill your days with as much or as little as you desire…you can’t go wrong.  Listed below are some attractions that are popular to our area.  

Asheville’s Fun Depot
They were awarded Top Family Entertainment Center in the World two years in a row.  They are the area's only facility featuring: multi-level laser tag, 18 hole indoor mini-golf, a 24-foot climbing wall, soft play area, batting cages, multi-level outdoor go-cart track, indoor go-kart track, bumper cars, and mini-bowling! Young or old there is something for the kid in all of us. http://www.ashevillesfundepot.com/

Blue Ridge Visitor Destination Center
The Blue Ridge Parkway Visitor Destination Center is located at BR Parkway milepost 384 (minutes away from Brookstone Lodge).  It features a variety of exhibits and houses a 70-seat theater, information and orientation services, and a retail shop. The LEED-certified (gold rating) structure incorporates active/passive heating and cooling, radiant floor heating, a "green" roof, and other energy efficient features. http://www.blueridgeheritage.com/AboutUs/parkwaydestinationcenter.html

Asheville Tourists Baseball
Enjoy a baseball game at McCormick Field in Asheville.  Come see where Crash Davis (Kevin Costner) in 1988’s blockbuster hit Bull Durham played baseball. Season begins in April and goes through September. http://asheville.tourists.milb.com/index.jsp?sid=t573

Biltmore Estate
When staying in Asheville it is a must to make a visit to Biltmore Estate.   It is America's largest home which has magnificent gardens and an award-winning winery.  They have numerous outdoor activities, great shopping, and delicious dining as well.  There is so much to do at Biltmore Estate. http://www.biltmore.com/

Chimney Rock Park
One of the best places to see scenic views, unique rock formations and enjoy some hiking.  Its most notable feature is a 315-foot granite monolith accessible by elevator and providing views of the park and surrounding countryside. The Last of the Mohicans,  the 1992 epic romantic adventure, filmed part of the movie along the Cliff Trail, including the climactic fight scene at the top of Hickory Nut Falls, a 404-foot waterfall located in the park. http://www.chimneyrockpark.com/visit/plan/suggesteditineraries.php

Great Smoky Mountain Railroad
Ride the rails with a variety of excursions to choose from and enjoy scenic train journeys across valleys and through river gorges in a beautiful part of the country. http://www.gsmr.com/

Asheville Art Museum
The Asheville Art Museum annually presents a schedule of exhibitions and public programs based to include experiences with works of significance to Western North Carolina’s cultural heritage.
http://www.ashevilleart.org/

Tweetsie Railroad
Tweetsie Railroad is a unique attraction that allows children and families to explore their imaginations.  You can be a cowboy, Indian or an engineer and you can take a ride on their historic steam locomotive which is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. http://www.tweetsie.com/

Highland Brewing Company
Highland Brewing Company brews an impressive array of ales.  Some of their best-selling ales include their Gaelic Ale and their popular winter seasonal, Cold Mountain Ale. Highland beers can be found throughout Asheville in bars and grocery stores.  Brewery tours are available.  http://www.highlandbrewing.com/main.htm

Pisgah Brewing Company
Located in Black Mountain which is approximately 10 miles east of Asheville, they specialize in hand crafted certified organic beers. They are open to the public every Tuesday through Friday starting at 2pm where you can stop in and have a taste. http://pisgahbrewing.com/index.php/beers/

Green Man Brewing
Located in downtown Asheville, they specialize in English style ales.  These ales are served in the Jack of the Wood Celtic style pub also located in downtown. You can enjoy these brews at this pub or at their nearby brewing facility.  The Green Man Brewing and Tasting room is open daily.  http://www.jackofthewood.com/

Wedge Brewery
Wedge Brewery is located in the River Arts District in the lower level of the Wedge Studios. The building is a classic brick warehouse adjacent to the railroad tracks. Their tasting room is open daily and has a cozy room inside for tastings or outside on their “funky” patio-porch.  http://www.wedgebrewing.com/Index.html

Appalachian Craft Brewery
Appalachian Craft Brewery is located south of Asheville in Fletcher and currently does not have a tasting room.  Their handcrafted beers are distributed in several establishments throughout WNC for your enjoyment.http://www.acbrewery.com/

Craggie Brewing Company
Opening soon in downtown Asheville, Craggie has some brews with interesting spins on their flavor, such as a strawberry porter, a maple blueberry porter, an India pumpkin ale and a civil war era recipe beer with molasses and pine needles.  http://www.craggiebrewingco.com/

Asheville Pizza & Brewing Company
Asheville Pizza & Brewing Company has two locations. North of downtown Asheville the original location has a movie theater.  They also have a downtown location and both of which offer a restaurant menu featuring pizza, pasta, sandwiches and wings and of course their own beers.  http://www.ashevillebrewing.com/beer.htm

Asheville Brews Cruise
The Brews Cruise is a great way to experience some of the local breweries and leave the driving to someone else. Each stop includes a sampling of the company’s unique brews while gaining a better understanding of the creative process behind the beer making. http://www.ashevillebrewscruise.com/

Biltmore Estate

Visit America's largest home built by George Vanderbilt in 1895.  This historic home is a must see when in Asheville.   Be sure to visit their magnificent gardens and an award-winning winery.  They have numerous outdoor activities, great shopping, and delicious dining as well.  There is so much to do at Biltmore Estate.  http://www.biltmore.com/

All Souls Church and Parish Hall
All Souls Church and Parish Hall is located in Biltmore Village and is on the National Register of Historic Places.  Built by George Vanderbilt as the parish church for the village adjacent to the Biltmore House, it was seen by Vanderbilt as the connecting piece for the daily life of all persons. The church is situated in the hub of a fan shaped group of streets that is Biltmore Village. http://www.nps.gov/history/nr/travel/asheville/all.htm

The Smith-McDowell House
is the city's first mansion and oldest surviving house, and the oldest brick structure in Buncombe County. It is a Local Historic Landmark and is included in the National Register of Historic Places. http://www.wnchistory.org/

Thomas Wolfe Memorial
This memorial is a National Historic Landmark.  Thomas Clayton Wolfe, the youngest of eight children, was born October 3, 1900, at 92 Woodfin Street in Asheville. He was best known for his American literature classic, Look Homeward, Angel which has never gone out of print since its 1929 publication.  Visitors are attracted to the setting for this great novel.
http://www.nchistoricsites.org/wolfe/wolfe.htm

Vance Birthplace
Zebulon Baird Vance was born on May 13, 1830 in Buncombe County, North Carolina near present-day Weaverville and was the third of eight children.  He was best known as North Carolina's Civil War Governor.  He was a Confederate military officer in the American Civil War, twice Governor of North Carolina, and U.S. Senator. A prodigious writer, Vance became one of the most influential southern leaders of the Civil War and postbellum periods. This North Carolina Historic site hosts special events throughout the year which highlight seasonal activities of the Vance family's life.http://www.nchistoricsites.org/vance/vance.htm

Grove Park Inn
Grove Park Inn was built in 1913 on 140 acres which provides breathtaking views from their numerous balconies of Asheville's city skyline and the Blue Ridge mountains.  It is one of the south’s oldest and most famous resorts.  http://www.groveparkinn.com/Leisure/TheResort/History/