Explore Asheville
where city energy meets mountain retreat
Everytime we visit Asheville, we find something new that we love.
While we encourage you to explore all that this wonderful city has to offer, here are some spots that we have found that we think you will love.
You are also less than five minutes from Weaverville, a quaint town with some great places to eat and relax and also all of the conveniences you need like gas, groceries, and retail.
FOOD & DRINKS
TACO TEMPLE
Brunch
Tupelo Honey, Biscuit Head, Early Girl, Green Sage, Yellow Mug
Lunch/Dinner
Italian – Modesto, Strada, Cucina 24
Mexican – Taco Temple, Salsas, Mountain Madre.
BBQ/American – Bonfire BBQ, 12 Bones, Buxton Hall BBQ, Cafeteria Downtown, Farm Burger
Asian/Middle Eastern – Chai Pani, Jerusalem Cafe, Hei Washokodu, Red Ginger, Soba Sushi and noodles
Fine Dining – Rhubarb, Plant, Curate, Andaaz, Modesto
Dessert – Old Europe Pastries
Drinks
Coffee – Double D’s, High Five, Rowan
Tea – Acuppa, Dobra, High Climate
Beer – Burial, Catawba, Funkatorium (Wicked Weed), Green Man, Hi-Wire, Highland Brewing Co., New Belgium, Twin Leaf
Wine – Biltmore Estate Winery, Bottle Riot, Plēb Urban Winery
Cocktails – Antidote, Top of the Monk
WICKED WEED
ACTIVITIES
Nature
Asheville Adventure Company – If you are wanting to get on the water to raft or kayak the French Broad River, Asheville Adventure
Company can help get you set up!
Asheville Wellness Tours – Rejuvenate your connection with yourself, with others, and with nature through one of the many offerings from Asheville Wellness Tours including yoga hikes*, forest bathing*, SUP yoga, and goat yoga. (*Enjoy 10% off with promo code IROX22.)
North Carolina Arboretum – Check out the beautiful hiking trails and gardens at this magical spot right near downtown.
Lookout Mountain – If you want an amazing hike, head over to the Lookout Trailhead in Montreat/Black Mountain. This 45-minute hike will give you incredible views of the mountains.
Black Mountain – Black Mountain is a quaint mountain community with great hiking and a charming downtown.
River Arts District
The River Arts District is filled with artist studios you can tour, cute coffee shops, and delicious food.
Art Museum & Galleries – Some of our favorite galleries include Contemporaneo, Bender, Momentum, and Tracey Morgan.
Foundy Street – Explore an ecletic collection of local artisans, craft studios, and unique shops.
French Broad Chocolates – Take the factory tour or stop by the downtown location for unbelievable chocolate and ice cream.
FOUNDY STREET
SHOJI SPA
Music
There is always live music somewhere in AVL. If you want to check out a concert, see who is playing at The Orange Peel. Or, if you want to be inspired, check out the MOOG Synthesizer Factory and Museum.
MOOG – Synthesizer Factory and Museum
The Orange Peel – Music Venue
Relax
Shoji Spa – Asheville’s premiere Japanese-inspired spa and retreat
