Visit River Arts District
Popular places to visit
Biltmore Estate
Wander through gardens and lush grounds, tour the grand mansion and learn about the history of this opulent estate in Asheville, North Carolina.
The Orange Peel
The Orange Peel is just one of the places to see in Asheville, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Experience the area's lively festivals and great live music.
Asheville Outlets
You can enjoy retail therapy at Asheville Outlets during your stay in Asheville. Discover the area's top-notch restaurants and its acclaimed art galleries.
University of North Carolina at Asheville
Walk around the campus at University of North Carolina at Asheville during your stay in Asheville. Amble around the area's picturesque gardens or seek out the local tours.
Western North Carolina Nature Center
Meet the animals who live at Western North Carolina Nature Center during your trip to Asheville. In the area, take in the great live music and mountain views.
French Broad River
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at French Broad River during your travels in South Asheville.
Things to do
Blue Ridge Parkway Asheville Self-Guided Audio Tour
Asheville Walking Tour: Self-Guided
Downtown Asheville Tip-Based Sightseeing Walking Tour
RAD Rising: From Flood to Flourish – A tip-based RAD walking tour
Custom Half-Day Photo Tour with Photography Lessons from Asheville
Top hotels in River Arts District
The Radical Asheville, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Room was amazing!
Reviewed on 29 Oct 2025
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson Asheville Downtown Tunnel Road
Good jobs
Reviewed on 3 Nov 2025
The Omni Grove Park Inn & Spa
Everything was great from the moment we arrived.
Reviewed on 2 Nov 2025
Crowne Plaza Resort Asheville by IHG
Courteous staff Spacious and clean room
Reviewed on 5 Nov 2025
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Asheville Downtown by IHG
Room was very clean and had good amenities (safe, microwave, minifridge, coffemaker, blower). Good A/C, daily housekeeping. Walls are not that much soundproof as the website states, you can hear people and the housekeepers in the hall and in the room above, but not so early in the morning.Breakfast ...
Reviewed on 5 Nov 2025
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Asheville SW - Outlet Ctr Area by IHG
Great place. Clean and loved variety of breakfast!
Reviewed on 29 Oct 2025
Other neighbourhoods around River Arts District
West End - Clingman Avenue
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in West End - Clingman Avenue and surrounding area, you can visit Grey Eagle and New Belgium Brewing Company.
South French Broad
South French Broad might not have many top sights, but Grey Eagle and Downtown Market Asheville are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Westwood Place
While Westwood Place may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like New Belgium Brewing Company and Grey Eagle.
South Slope Brewing District
If you're spending some time in South Slope Brewing District, The Orange Peel and Wicked Weed Brewing are top sights worth seeing.
Downtown Asheville
Downtown Asheville is beloved for its popular shops. Take some time to explore sights in the area like Pack Square and Wicked Weed Brewing.
Historic Montford
While visiting Historic Montford, you might make a stop by sights like Riverside Cemetery and Hazel Robinson Amphitheatre.
