Your 2023 Guide To: The 9 Best Things To Do in Asheville, North Carolina
Your 2023 Guide To: The 9 Best Things To Do in Asheville, North Carolina
Planning your trip to Asheville? We’ve rounded up the best things to do in the area during your visit! From indoor fun to outdoor adventures, there’s an experience for everyone ⤵️
1. Hummingbird Candle Co.
Instagram: @hummingbirdcandlecompany
Location: 82 N Lexington Ave #100, Asheville, NC
HB is an economic equity movement forged in the spirit of sisterhood disguised as a luxury candle-making studio. Located in Downtown Asheville, we offer Boozy BYOB Candle Making Experiences! Perfect for a date night, girls night, and we love corporate team building events! Hummingbird Candle Co. is a space where you can celebrate your moments BIG and small!
2. Drip Nordic Sauna
Instagram: @drip_sauna
Location: 521 Amboy Rd, Asheville, NC
Check out Asheville’s one and only Nordic sauna and cold plunge experience, perched right on the beautiful French Broad river - or get this unique experience delivered right to your private event, Airbnb, or somewhere epic in nature.
3. Modelface Comedy & Events
Instagram: @modelfacecomedy
Modelface Comedy specializes in producing live stand-up comedy all around Asheville featuring your favorite locals and nationally touring acts at a variety of venues. Stand-up, sketch, impov and comedy workshops all over town!
4. Fox-N-Otter Escape Rooms
Instagram: @foxnotter
Locations: South Tunnel Rd. Asheville, NC
Sweeten Creek Rd Unit 2, Arden, NC
4 Seasons Blvd D21, Hendersonville, NC
FOX-N-OTTER is the favorite memory-maker for couples, families, and friend groups wanting an exciting immersive experience. We offer 5-STAR fun for your group of 2-10 people with 3 LOCATIONS from Asheville to Hendersonville, NC!
5. Joy Rides
Instagram: @joyridesavl
Location: Weaverville, NC
Joy Rides AVL exists to surprise and delight wander-seekers with joy-filled trail rides. We build connections with unforgettable moments that free you to unplug and indulge. Our trail rides pair horsemanship and mindfulness with exquisite views of the Blue Ridge Mountains that help you find your joy in nature.
6. Cedar Rock Adventures
Instagram: @cedarrockadventures
Location: 220 Hominy Creek Rd, Asheville, NC
Cedar Rock Adventures is committed to sharing the nature, majesty and adventure tucked away in the mountains of Asheville, NC. Whether you’re seeking a hiking adventure or a brewery hopping river tour with friends, our experienced guides are ready to share the beauty, nature and people that make Asheville and WNC special. We provide raft, canoe and hiking tours.
7. Battery Park Book Exchange & Champagne Bar
Instagram: @battery_park_book_exchange
Location: 1 Page Ave #101, Asheville, NC
Located at the historic Grove Arcade, Battery Park offers delicious wines and delectable bites within a two-story bookstore decorated with art and antiques. Come for the books and stay for the bubbles with an attractive outdoor seating area and live music at select times.
8. Asheville Pinball Museum
Location: 1 Battle Square Ste 1b, Asheville, NC
Play 35 pinball machines & 35 classic video games all day for $15 per person! We operate on a first-come first serve basis and do not accept reservations. Come play at Asheville's favorite pinball arcade
9. Crave Dessert Bar
Instagram: @cravedessertbar
Location: 41 N Lexington Ave Suite# 100, Asheville, NC
Crave Dessert Bar is a gathering place designed to make you feel at home with comfy seats, cozy corners, food & drink on tap, and hookah. Out of town guests routinely hangout alongside Carolina locals to enjoy all of life’s guilty pleasures. Come join us.