ACTIVITIES AND ATTRACTIONS
When downtown Asheville is your backyard, there’s never a shortage of things to experience. Arras Vacation Rentals offers urban-minded dwellers a home or vacation rental that’s right on the pulse of all that downtown Asheville has to offer. The area’s trendiest breweries, restaurants, shops and cultural destinations are literally steps away. Art museums, the local market, and an ever-growing events calendar filled with music festivals and art shows all combine to create a community that’s unlike any other. Arras Vacation Rentals puts you in the center of it all.
Everyone knows that the best way to truly experience the best of a city is to ask a local. That’s why we’ve curated a list of our top Asheville favorite restaurants, shops, breweries, attractions and more. So you can avoid tourist traps and spend less time sifting through reviews — and more time soaking up the real Asheville scene.
Arts and Music
The Asheville arts scene is buzzing, now known for its contemporary art, featuring hundreds of fine artists, performing arts venues, mountain crafters, folk artists, artsy neighborhoods, numerous art galleries and myriads of art events. And let`s not forget Asheville`s music scene- it`s born of age-old traditions, nurtured by a spirit of independence and the muse of the mountain landscape. Asheville offers a lively, and perhaps unexpected, experience for the musically-minded traveler. Listen for yourself and discover the toe-tapping sounds and soulful melodies propelling the Asheville songbook to the forefront!
Breakfast and Coffee
Start your morning off right at one of many Asheville`s breakfast spots, a great way to fill up before embarking on your daily Asheville adventure. If you need an afternoon pick me up, try one of our many handcrafted coffee shops featuring locally roasted coffees from Western North Carolina.
Breweries and Bars
Here in Asheville, we`re well known for having more breweries than any U.S. city, with roughly 100 local beers that can be enjoyed, served on draft or in bottles. Each of our breweries has its own unique atmosphere and personality and the same could be said for their brews. If breweries aren`t your thing be sure to check out the multitude of bars throughout Downtown Asheville with some of the most talented mixologists. No matter how you like to enjoy your favorite beverage, Asheville`s expansive selection of eclectic breweries and bars has something for everyone!
Lunch and Dinner
Whether you`re looking for good food, engaging conversation, an interesting atmosphere, or unique entertainment, you will find it in downtown Asheville`s eclectic mix of restaurants and cafes just steps from your vacation rental.
Nature and Hiking
Thousands of miles of trails twist, meander, dip and climb through the peaks and valleys around Asheville. In this world-class hiking destination, you can take your pick from peaceful hikes along mountain streams and technical scrambles up steep terrain; hikes that are short and sweet and multi-day adventures. You decide!
Pets
Asheville is a pet lovers paradise! The area has become extremely pet friendly, whether that`s with pet friendly lodging, doggie daycares, and yes, even pet spas! It`s a pleasure to be able to travel with your fur baby and when traveling to Asheville there is endless adventures you can take your 4-legged friend to do with you! So don`t worry with the stress of leaving your pets behind, bring them with you and see all the exciting things Asheville has to offer that you can do together!
Places and Activities
Asheville has become well known for its vibrant culinary scene and continuously thriving artistic community. You won`t be at a loss for things to do when visiting Asheville. The city is full of interesting attractions, whether its for a night on the town or a family-friendly event, there is something for everyone.
Spa and Wellness
From salt caves and foot spas to massages and yoga tours, Asheville has all thatyou need to relax and unwind. After a long hike in our beautiful mountains, a massage may be just what you need to loosen up those tight muscles. Seeking a day to be pampered? You`re in luck – we have some of the most exquisite spa`s right here in Downtown.
Markets and Grocery Stores
While Asheville has its award winning restaurants and breweries – wake up and make yourself a fresh smoothie or stay in for dinner and make you and your loved one a fresh home cooked me. Explore the many local markets and grocery stores Asheville has to offer.
Local Guides
Asheville host tons of events throughout the year. Here are some local resources that feature an updated and ongoing events calendar so you can plan your next adventure!
Arras Vacation Rentals Blog – Made by Locals
Stay up-to-date on all the latest happenings in Asheville by reading our blog! We are actual locals, who live and love explore downtown Asheville and the beautiful surrounding mountains of Pisgah National Forest and the Blue Ridge Mountains. The restaurants we love to dine at, the areas we like to explore, what breweries you must visit and hidden shops and artist galleries you must visit. Plus, so much more!