Blue Ridge mountains, breweries, and the Appalachian South's craft capital.
Asheville is small, but the surrounding Blue Ridge Mountains and the city's serious beer-and-food scene reward a 3-4 day visit, especially as a base for the Blue Ridge Parkway.
What's Inside
A 3-day Asheville route, plus Blue Ridge Parkway extension
Where to stay: Downtown, West Asheville, or River Arts District
Biltmore Estate: full-day vs. half-day, worth the price?
Brewery scene: which 5 of the 30
Blue Ridge Parkway: which stretches, which overlooks
Day trips: Great Smoky Mountains National Park, Hot Springs
Ideal For
Mountain-and-craft travelers and Eastern US road-trip builders.
Trip Details
Best season: April-October (peak foliage in October)
Recommended trip length: 3-5 days
Guide length: 32 pages
Delivered as a printable PDF immediately after purchase.