There is so much to see and do when you visit Asheville at any point of the year. Planning for your next visit is as easy as ever. Simply take a look online and you will find the top activities easy enough. You can also find some more hidden activities here in the area to make your visit more unique. Here are the top five best things to do in Asheville that you didn’t know you could do when you visit.
Stop by the Asheville Pinball Museum
Traveling to new destinations will always bring about ways to showcase unique attractions found nowhere else. During your visit to Asheville, you will be able to find one of our very own hidden gems, the Asheville Pinball Museum. Most individuals typically think this is a classic museum with many items featured on display; however, the Asheville Pinball Museum is a local all-you-can-play arcade where you will find over 75 different pinball machines to hit up. This is a great stop to take the whole family where you can find these machines and other classic video games. Asheville Pinball Museum only allows 70 individuals inside at a time to ensure there is always a game available to play instead of having lines for machines. Visitors only pay $17 to play unlimited games for as long as you want. The bar features plenty of soda and beer, so both kids and adults can enjoy a drink while playing.
Tour the Smith McDowell House Museum
Asheville has a long history in the area that is fascinating to learn all about. One great way to do that is by visiting the Smith McDowell House Museum. This local museum is a part of the Asheville Museum of History and lets you explore this 1840 brick mansion. The Smith McDowell House Museum is the oldest brick building in the city and was the first mansion built within the city. Visiting the home is a great way to see the beautiful architecture in person and also get a glance at how families lived back in the early 1800s. Visiting Asheville can be both a fun and educational journey whenever you visit during the year!
Visit Lexington Glassworks
Some of this hidden gems that we have here in Asheville focus on the local community including our art community. You will be able to find some truly unique and beautiful art work when you visit the fine folks at Lexington Glassworks. This is a local glass blowing shop that makes works of art found nowhere else. Their studio is located here in Asheville where you can stop by and browse their selection. The big part of visiting Lexington Glassworks is that you can see them make their glasswork in person. Visitors will be able to see how much love and care goes into each item. Once you are done viewing the work you can purchase a gift to take back home with you to remember your trip with.
Visit the Asheville Botanical Gardens
Whenever you visit Asheville you will see the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains in the backdrop looking high over the city. We highly recommend hiking the local trails by the mountains so you can see the stunning scenery. Another great way to see how beautiful Asheville is by visiting the Asheville Botanical Garden. This is local nonprofit garden is where you can find a variety of native plants that call the Southern Appalachian region home. The Asheville Botanical Gardens protects this beautiful plant life where you can see beautiful wildflowers along local trails. The seasons will offer a bit of change during each visit as the environment adapts to the weather. Visiting the Asheville Botanical Gardens is a great way to slow things down when you visit Asheville.
Check Out Fleetwoods
For those looking to find something to do on the quirky side all you have to do is head on over to Fleetwood’s. This is a unique spot in down that triples as a wedding chapel, vintage clothing store, and bar. It’s a small space perfect for a date night out on the town and is located over in west Asheville. Grab a beverage and browse through the vintage clothing; make it a fun game and pick out an outfit for each other! During your visit you are sure to find someone who is tying the knot with a funky set of clothing they just picked out on the shelf. You can’t miss a stop by Fleetwood’s.
Asheville brings the Fun
Part of the charm of Asheville is seeing these unique activities that you did not know you could do. Reach out to us to book a stay today in one of our Asheville vacation homes. You will be close to all of these fascinating ways to spend time in Asheville.