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Why visit Asheville?

Asheville is a mountain city in western North Carolina, set in the Blue Ridge Mountains where the Swannanoa River flows into the French Broad River. It is known for its Art Deco downtown, creative arts scene and craft beer culture. The Blue Ridge Parkway passes right by the city, making it a natural base for exploring the southern Appalachians.

Tour the Biltmore Estate, the mansion built by George Vanderbilt, which is the largest privately owned house in the United States, and walk its gardens designed by Frederick Law Olmsted. Drive sections of the Blue Ridge Parkway for long-range views, waterfalls and hiking trails, especially during fall color in October. Mount Mitchell, the highest peak east of the Mississippi River, is within reach for a day trip. Downtown, admire the Art Deco City Hall and browse the shops of the Grove Arcade. Visit artists' studios in the River Arts District along the French Broad. Asheville has a large number of craft breweries, and its restaurants are known for Southern Appalachian cooking with local ingredients.

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When to go to Asheville

The best months for Asheville are April, May, June, September and October. Highs then sit around 23°C, and a week here is reasonably priced.

Jan
8°
low -2°
10 wet days
Feb
12°
low 1°
13 wet days
Mar
15°
low 3°
11 wet days
Apr
19°
low 6°
11 wet days
May
23°
low 11°
14 wet days
Jun
27°
low 15°
13 wet days
Jul
29°
low 18°
17 wet days
Aug
28°
low 17°
15 wet days
Sep
26°
low 14°
9 wet days
Oct
20°
low 9°
7 wet days
Nov
14°
low 3°
7 wet days
Dec
11°
low 1°
10 wet days
Highlighted = best monthsNumber = average daytime highBar = how wet the month is

Temperatures and wet days are measured, not estimated: ERA5 reanalysis for 2021-2023, at Asheville, North Carolina. Source: Open-Meteo.

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When is the best time to visit Asheville?

The best months for Asheville are April, May, June, September and October. Highs then sit around 23°C, and a week here is reasonably priced.

What is the weather like in Asheville?

July is the warmest month, with daytime highs around 29°C. January is the coolest, around 8°C by day and -2°C at night. July is the wettest, with about 17 wet days. Figures are measured averages, not estimates.

What is Asheville known for?

Asheville is best known for nature, food, culture and adventure. The things people come for: Biltmore Estate, Blue Ridge Parkway, River Arts District, craft breweries.

Who is Asheville best suited to?

Asheville works particularly well for couples, groups of friends and solo travellers. That is based on what there is to do there, not on who books it most.

What can you book in advance in Asheville?

The experiences that sell out first are food tours, cooking classes, day trips, skip-the-line tickets, walking tours and night tours. You can check availability and prices on our booking partners below — you pay the same as booking direct.

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