Neighborhood
Downtown Asheville Historic District
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Downtown Asheville Historic District is a compact, walkable area filled with well-preserved early 20th-century buildings, many in the Art Deco and Beaux-Arts styles. The streets buzz with independent shops, galleries, farm-to-table restaurants, and dozens of craft breweries. Visitors can admire the ornate facades of the Asheville City Hall and the Basilica of St. Lawrence, then explore the River Arts District nearby. The district comes alive with street musicians and local artisans.
Don't miss
- Admire the Art Deco detail of the Asheville City Hall and the S&W Cafeteria building.
- Browse local art at the Asheville Art Museum or the many galleries on Lexington Avenue.
- Sample craft beers at a brewery tour, such as Highland Brewing or Wicked Weed.
Tickets & tours
Ways to visit Downtown Asheville Historic District
You can usually visit on your own. A tour is worth it for transport, a guide, or combining nearby sights into one day.
Cheapest way inDowntown Asheville Tip-Based Sightseeing Walking Tour4.8★ · 382 travelers~2 hoursFree cancellationFrom$5 per personSee dates →
Most bookedAsheville Night-Time Walking Ghost Tour4.7★ · 2,113 travelers~2 hoursFree cancellationFrom$27 per personSee dates →
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