91 Activities in Asheville, United States (with Map and Images)

We pick you up at your hotel or lodging! A seasoned local guide will pick you up at your accommodation within 3 miles of city center (One North Pack Square) or will meet you at the Asheville...

Excite Your Senses' as we stroll down the concrete drive and I explain the importance and management of productive pastures. The ranch manages the pastures with a rotational grazing system, so...

Experience the “Land of Waterfalls” in our custom safari-style jeep. This is a must-do tour when visiting Asheville! This tour allows you to see our favorite waterfalls located in Pisgah National...

There are a number of beautiful places to visit and things to do while you are in Asheville, but your search is over. When you leave this area our goal is to make This experience the one you...

Unwind and rejuvenate with Asheville Wellness Tours! Enjoy a 2 mile round trip hike to a mountaintop with stunning views plus an hour of yoga for all levels at the summit. We’ll bring the mats....

Forest Bathing is the simple practice of walking slowly through the forest, connecting with the environment with all senses rather than rushing to a destination. Enjoy the magic along the way! I...

Personalized, one-on-one attention within a group setting can be both nourishing and deeply meaningful. We come to you so there's no need to worry about getting out of the house on time! Note that...

A unique yoga session awaits on quaint, stunning farms in Asheville, where playful goats join your practice. Engage in a beginner-friendly class that invites you to stretch and flow while adorable...

Whether you want to see waterfalls, wildflowers, enjoy a quiet walk on a forested path, or climb a 6,000 foot peak, we will customize these trips based on your desired distance, difficulty, and...

Spend the evening with us as we chase a beautiful sunset! We'll travel to a west-facing peak close to town for a short hike before settling in to watch the sunset. Afterward, we'll hike back to...

Discover how our National Forest earned its nickname "the land of waterfalls" as we guide you on a small group hike to explore hidden, off-the-beaten-path, waterfalls within the Blue Ridge...

Semi-Private guided tour with certified naturalist kayaking through the city of Asheville on the serene French Broad River. Includes peak-a-boo views of the Biltmore Mansion and Estate.

Your guide is a certified naturalist who is knowledgeable of the flora and fauna of the area. You will learn tree and flower identifications as well as any wildlife you may see during your activity.

Your guide is a certified naturalist who is knowledgeable of the flora and fauna of the area. You will learn tree and flower identifications as well as any wildlife you may see during your activity.

Lead by a certified naturalist, the Lake James kayak tour is a half day tour spent on a serene lake beneath blue skies. Along the way your guide will point out the flora and fauna of the area...

Explore Asheville’s Music Scene! Yesterday and Today! We will tell you about Asheville’s connections to members of national and regional Music Halls of Fame. You will learn the local venues for...

This isn’t your typical escape room. Escape the 828 turns downtown Asheville into your puzzle-filled playground. Armed with a clue kit, your team will explore the South Slope — solving riddles,...

All photo tours include hands-on coaching and instruction to help you improve your photos both artistically and technically. Most tours include two guides, a husband and wife team who are skilled,...

Explore the scenic beauty of Asheville with our electric bike rentals for four hours. Choose between the powerful Blix Aveny, perfect for tackling hills, or the versatile Blix Packa, ideal for...

Journey through the Great Smoky Mountains, Cherokee Reservation & Blue Ridge Parkway Ride in an open-air Jeep to remote waterfalls, rivers & elk meadows Enjoy real Cherokee legends & local...

Creativity abounds in Asheville and our artists love to take to the streets. Join us on a colorful urban art tour of the South Slope of Downtown Asheville with an amazing collection of murals and...

Join our mobile brewery tours for a one-of-a-kind beer adventure in Asheville. Our safe and comfortable transportation will whisk you away to exclusive breweries, providing a safe and fun journey....

Explore all of Asheville in less than 3 hours on a thrilling E-bike Guided Adventure! This ride takes you around beautiful sites, historic neighborhoods, the Omni Grove Inn and much more. You'll...

⭐ Top-Rated Vacation Photoshoots 2025 We’re not just photographers, we’re storytellers capturing your holiday exactly as it feels. With over six years of experience photographing travellers around...

Perfect for families, groups of friends, or individuals who want to experience the best flavors of North Wilkesboro with options for both alcoholic and non‑alcoholic beverages. This package...

Kuwohi is a sacred place for the Cherokee people and is the highest point within the traditional Cherokee homeland. Kuwohi is one of the most popular sites in Great Smoky Mountains National Park...

A visit to Buffalo Creek Ranch offers a delightful day of activities for all ages. Engage with friendly animals, including llamas, mini horses, and pygmy goats, while enjoying the excitement of...

Breathtaking vistas, intimate nature encounters, and rich mountain culture await! Highlights include stops at some of the Parkway’s most breathtaking overlooks, such as Craggy Pinnacle and...

Your expert guide keeps the adrenaline flowing while sharing insights into forest management, Appalachian traditions, and the natural forces that shaped this wild landscape. It’s the perfect blend...

Your guide will share the science and stories behind the spectacle—explaining how the region’s rich biodiversity, elevation range, and climate create such vivid and lasting colors. For those...

Mountain spa retreat near Asheville with sauna, steam, tubs, and a complete mountain relaxation experience. The one and only Asheville area spa offering a unique guided thermal circuit of sauna,...

The Boojum, Mothman, the Brown Mountain Lights, and the Moon-Eyed People - the stuff of Appalachian legend… or is it? Join Angus, your kilted Highland storyteller, as he leads you through four...

Discover the excitement of beginner‑friendly waterfall rappelling and canyoneering on the Cove Creek Canyon Adventure, a guided outdoor experience set in the scenic Pisgah National Forest. After...

Embark on a captivating journey from Asheville to Cherokee with this Blue Ridge Parkway self-guided driving tour. As you set out on this scenic drive, our audio tour guide will be your trusty...

Join us and explore Asheville's dark side with this tour of Asheville's deadliest and most infamous stories of murder and mayhem. From the most infamous serial killer in the city's history,...

Explore the history of the most charming city of Appalachia, including its rise, growth, and how it continues to impress to this day. Discover what gives Asheville its unique reputation as one of...

You’ll visit 3-4 of the city’s top breweries, where you’ll get a taste of Asheville’s diverse brewing culture—from hoppy IPAs to smooth stouts and crisp lagers. Our local guide will share insider...

Celebrate the most enchanting time of year with the Asheville Holiday Season City Tour—a sparkling, story-filled adventure that highlights the city’s festive charm, historic beauty, and mountain...

Enjoy this experience at the farm. Pet the goats, visit the aviary, explore North Carolina's largest crystal store and much more.

BREW-ed offers the only brewery tours in Asheville led by certified beer experts. Our team of Cicerone certified guides will lead you through the brewing process as you sample some of the best...

*The Fall Foliage Tour runs from October 3rd to 31st* Join a small group of like-minded individuals for a jeep ride on America's most famous roadway. This tour takes you on the most iconic stretch...

As featured in Southern Living Magazine and MSN News, discover the authentic beauty of the Blue Ridge Parkway with a naturalist guide to show you the best vistas, photo spots, and waterfalls that...

Join us on a fun-filled and informative electric bike tour of Asheville! Approximately 3-hours long, this e-bike tour is the perfect way to experience the city’s charm and learn about its...

The French Broad river spans 218 miles from Rosman, North Carolina through Asheville, and toward the state of Tennessee. Section 9 of the French Broad river starts approximately 45 minutes away...

The Blue Ridge parkway Scenic driving tour is chauffered by a certified Naturalist that can tell you all about the flora, fauna an history of the parkway. He will stop at great vistas for photo...

We offer small, private tours that focus on helping you capture better photos. Our tours take you to the most breathtaking locations across the Blue Ridge Mountains that only the locals know...

This trip is perfect for ever experience level, from beginner to experienced rafters and for individuals, families, or couples! We are the longest continually operating outfitter on the French...

The Signature Asheville Brew Tour is the perfect introduction to Asheville's impressive and world-renowned craft beverage scene. On this compact, three-and-a-half-hour adventure, you will go...

Along the way, your expert guide will share fascinating insights into the region’s rich ecology, wildlife, and geology—bringing the forest to life through storytelling and local knowledge. Rain...

This isn’t your typical pub crawl - it’s a walking holiday adventure through the holiday classic 'A Christmas Carol'! Guided by Asheville's premier Dickensian host, Nigel Humbuggins, you’ll visit...

Asheville by Foot’s remarkable guided walking tours will help you make the most of your Asheville experience. Whether you’re visiting Asheville for the first time or the tenth, with Asheville by...

Discover the best of Asheville on this 2-Hour Public or Private Guided Sightseeing Walking Tour with Local Guide. As you take in some of the historical city sites and learn about the best places...

Visit the world’s first stillhouse to legally use Wilkes County’s traditional steam-injected distillation method and you’ll discover why many experts consider our award-winning moonshines to be...

Experience the spookiest sites of downtown Asheville with your expert local guide. Enjoy hair-raising tales and dark history! Created & owned by Joshua P. Warren, this is Asheville's original and...

Join us for an unforgettable journey through the heart of the River Arts District, where history, artistry, and resilience come to life. This community has weathered immense challenges—including a...

Asheville is known for Beer and Nature! We combine the two. This is a fun trip to bar hop by raft. We will casually float down river and stop 3 times some local bars and breweries. I will have a...

The flame fern trail ride combines the Majestic Flame Azalea and the lush Fern Forest for a really enjoyable trail ride for everyone. You start up the mountain traveling through a hard wood forest...

Step back in time and explore the roots of the Blue Ridge Mountains! This is Perfect for all ages, this experience is equal parts education, exploration, and awe-inspiring mountain beauty.

Join us for an unforgettable adventure through Asheville’s shadowy streets on our captivating walking ghost tour, where history and hauntings blend seamlessly. Led by a seasoned local guide, this...

Discover Asheville's dark side and haunted stories on this smartphone guided tour. Go at your own pace, and go anytime. The tour never expires. Our Smartphone App guides you step by steps through...

A delightful afternoon awaits as you interact with our friendly goats during a daily walk at 1:00 pm. Guests can pet, brush, and learn about these charming creatures while discovering interesting...

Authentic Experience Our walking tours provide an immersive and authentic experience of Asheville’s brewery scene. By exploring the city on foot, you’ll gain a deeper connection with the local...

Come on our Haunted Pub Crawl tour presented by US Ghost Adventures! Asheville's premier pub crawl. Take our Asheville Boos and Booze haunted pub crawl tour to spice up your work week or vacation...

Our very unique, immersive adventures are the only ones of their kind. We, unlike other companies, provide your very own remote, interactive, live host to assist and encourage you along through...

Uncover a blend of history, art, and stories as you walk Asheville’s streets. Observe the mastery of structures like the Basilica of St. Lawrence. Learn about the city’s post-Revolutionary War...

Explore Asheville with Operation City Quest! Our scavenger hunt takes you around the city to find items in any order you want and perform exciting tasks for points. The scavenger hunt is done...

The Asheville scavenger hunt players will use an app to find objects around the city to collect points, and complete fun challenges for points. Players will be able to see their score live on the...

Nestled in the Blue Ridge Mountains, Asheville boasts the second-largest collection of Art Deco architecture in America. On this walking tour, you’ll discover the city’s remarkable history, from...

Turn Asheville into a giant game board with this fun scavenger hunt adventure! This challenge combines the excitement of the Amazing Race with a 2-hour city walking tour. Guided from any smart...

What makes Zombie Scavengers unique is its sophisticated use of technology to create a flexible, competitive experience. It's an entirely self-guided, app-driven mission where your goal is to...

Just east of Asheville is the spectacular Catawba Falls, situated at the headwaters of the Catawba River. This hike starts on a wide, well-graded trail along the Catawba River to Lower Catawba...

Discover the stunning beauty of the Nantahala Lake area on a guided 2-hour UTV tour. Perfect for families and small groups, this experience includes scenic drives through paved and gravel roads,...

Explore the enchanting Nantahala Mountains on a 4-hour UTV tour designed for nature lovers and adventure seekers. Guided by an expert, this scenic journey covers 65 miles of stunning landscapes,...

The one and only experiential workshop in town that includes actual hands-on contact with the plants. You will harvest your own plant medicine from the Medicine Wheel garden for your smoke bundle....

Such a fun way to create an apparel item unique to you! Get your creative mojo flowing by designing a one-of-kind appliqué for your top or jacket. Learn the useful life skill of knowing how to use...

This guided hike along the Shining Creek Trail from Big East Fork to Shining Rock Gap offers an immersive journey through one of the most lush and secluded areas of the Blue Ridge Mountains....

Escape the ordinary with a curated day trip to Grandfather Mountain—where winding scenic drives open up to mile-high views and unforgettable moments at every turn. From the iconic Mile High...

Rising above the Blue Ridge Mountains, Mount Mitchell offers a day trip that feels worlds away from the ordinary. With elevations reaching 6,684 feet, it delivers sweeping, mile-high views that...

Escape to the natural beauty of the Smoky Mountains with Buffalo Creek Vacations. You will come to the ranch & one of our horse trainers will help the child get familiar with the mini horse & walk...

Whether you're a photographer, a nature lover, or simply someone seeking a fresh perspective to start your day, this tour delivers a one-of-a-kind Appalachian sunrise experience you won’t forget.

The only tour in Asheville that includes an easy, beautiful and interesting urban bird lake hike with a luxury private spa experience that is unique and completely relaxing. The spa has only 100%...

Give yourself the gift of self-love through rituals backed by science and ancient wisdom. Whether you’d like to deepen your connection to yourself, a partner, or the world around you, this...

This is not a typical meditation class. At HapBE Valley, meditation happens in the presence of horses animals deeply attuned to energy, emotion, and the nervous system. They’re not just part of...

Yoga at HapBE Valley isn’t just a class—it’s an experience of being. Set in the quiet beauty of the Blue Ridge Mountains, this isn’t a studio with mirrors or walls. It’s open air, wide sky, and...

Discover Asheville the easy way — pedal assist, fat-tire e-bikes, and a local guide who actually knows the good stuff. We're the most affordable e-bike tour in town and we ride on bikes built for...

Discover the breathtaking beauty of the Blue Ridge Parkway in Asheville with Shaka Guide's immersive audio tour. Let our audio tour guide lead you through the Appalachian Mountains, sharing...

Discover your city on your own terms with the 3Quest Challenge—a unique, flexible scavenger hunt! This adventure stands out by combining self-guided freedom with cutting-edge engagement:...

Explore Asheville with Crazy Dash! Our scavenger hunt app allows you to explore the city to find items and perform tasks for points. Items can be found in any order you'd like. Check the rankings...

Our very unique, immersive adventures are the only ones of their kind. We, unlike other companies, provide your very own remote, interactive, live host to assist and encourage you along through...

Ever wonder what lurks in the dark? If so, this Asheville Ghost Tour is perfect for you. Learn about the spooky legends on this tour in the state of North Carolina and discover an old cemetery!

Are you a music lover visiting Asheville, North Carolina? If so, this tour of the city's musical history is perfect for you. Dive into Asheville's musical side!