Weekend in Asheville, NC
What this foodstroll is
Our guide to some of the best things to do and eat in Asheville, NC.
Why this foodstroll works
Asheville is an ideal weekend destination, with it’s location nestled amidst the Blue Ridge Mountains providing for endless outdoor adventures. Western North Carolinian cuisine is a confluence of Appalachian, Southern, and BBQ, which is enough to hold anyone’s attention. The city is equal parts old South and post industrial, with stately mansions and modern street art sharing neighborhoods. If you enjoy brand name attractions, Asheville has plenty, like the Biltmore Estate, Thomas Wolfe House, and Grovewood Village. As usual our focus tends to be on the outdoors and grittier sides of town.
Strolling
Transportation
Asheville has a regional airport with direct flights to many cities, including all major Northeast hubs.
You do need a car once there. We found parking to be very easy everywhere, even downtown.