Asheville
Asheville, located in Buncombe County, North Carolina, is the county seat and is nestled in the Blue Ridge Mountains at the confluence of the French Broad and Swannanoa rivers. It is the largest city in Western North Carolina and ranks as the state's 12th most populous city. Its notable attractions include the Biltmore Estate, the U.S.'s largest privately owned house and a National Historic Landmark; the Blue Ridge Parkway, known for its scenic beauty and referred to as "America's Favorite Drive"; the North Carolina Arboretum within the Bent Creek Experimental Forest; the historic Grove Park Inn; and the lively Biltmore Town Square, which boasts a variety of shops, restaurants, cafés, social spots, spas, and health clubs.
Surrounding Area Attractions
Appalachian Pinball Museum
The museum features a collection of both vintage and contemporary pinball machines, along with video games.
538 North Main St - Hendersonville - NC - (828) 702-9277
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Aquarium & Shark Lab by Team ECCO
A public aquarium boasts over 24 exhibits featuring eels, stingrays, seahorses, a touch tank, and bamboo sharks. Educational classes are offered in the Ocean Learning Lab and through outreach programs.
511 North Main St - Hendersonville - NC - (828) 692-8386
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WNC Air Museum
The Western North Carolina Air Museum holds the distinction of being the inaugural air museum in North Carolina, a state celebrated as the "First in Flight." The museum showcases a collection of meticulously restored and replicated antique and vintage aircraft, many of which have garnered awards.
1340 Gilbert St. - Hendersonville - NC (828) 698-2482
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Pisgah Astronomical Research Institute
Is an astronomical observatory located at a former NASA facility. It showcases a collection of gems, minerals, rare meteorites and samples from Mars and the Moon. Call for public hours and reservations.
1 Pari Dr. - Rosman - NC - (828) 862-5554
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Tweetsie Railroad
A wild west theme park featuring a three-mile ride on a historic steam railroad, live entertainment, rides, and a petting zoo.
300 Tweetsie Railroad lane - Blowing Rock - NC (800) 526-5740
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Flat Rock Playhouse
The Playhouse offers quality entertainment rarely fo far from Broadway. Open February through December, presenting matinees and evening performances.
2661 Greenville Hwy - Flat Rock - NC (828) 693-0731
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