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Romantic things to do in Asheville
Ideas for a couples' trip, from small moments to a special day out.
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Pictured: Grove Arcade, Asheville · Photo: Warren LeMay from Cincinnati, OH, United States, CC0
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Quick answer
Asheville's romance comes from mountain views, historic inns, candlelit Biltmore at Christmas and long dinners downtown. Couples tend to stay in Downtown Asheville.
Key facts
- Romantic ideas
- 5
- Couple-friendly sights
- 2
- Area for couples
- Downtown Asheville
- Best months
- May
Plan a trip to Asheville
Compare flights, places to stay and rental cars, then book with the provider you choose.
Romantic ideas
1.Sunset at the Grove Park Inn
Have a drink on the Sunset Terrace as the sun drops over the Blue Ridge.
2.Biltmore wine tasting
Tour the house, then taste wines at the estate winery.
3.Parkway drive
Drive a stretch of the Blue Ridge Parkway at golden hour, stopping at the overlooks.
4.Montford B&B
Stay in a Victorian B&B and walk to dinner downtown.
5.Candlelight Christmas at Biltmore
Visit the house in the evening during the Christmas season, lit by candles and firelight.
Sights couples love
Palace · Biltmore Village
Biltmore Estate
Book the earliest house entry, then spend the afternoon in the gardens and at the winery; the estate is large, so allow a full day.
- Time needed
- Full day
- Cost
- Expensive
- Iconic
- History
- Architecture
- Couples
- Kids
Architecture · North Asheville and Grove Park
Omni Grove Park Inn
Non-guests can visit the lobby and terrace; go for a drink at sunset, and in November and December see the gingerbread houses.
- Time needed
- 1 hour
- Cost
- Free
- Free
- Views
- History
- Couples
- Architecture
Where couples should stay
$$$ · Best for first-timers, food lovers, couples and nightlife
Downtown Asheville
Downtown's walkable grid around Pack Square, Biltmore Avenue and Lexington Avenue holds most of the city's restaurants, independent shops, galleries and boutique hotels, with Art Deco landmarks such as City Hall and the Grove Arcade. The Friday drum circle in Pritchard Park and street buskers add life in summer.
- Good
- Walk to restaurants, bars and shops; Most boutique hotels are here; Lively in the evening
- Watch out
- Hotels are expensive, especially in October; Parking is limited and paid
- Nearby
- Pack Square, Grove Arcade, Basilica of St. Lawrence, Pritchard Park
Romantic day trips
- Great Smoky Mountains National Park via Cherokee (About 1 hour 15 minutes) — The most visited national park in the United States straddles the Tennessee border.
- Black Mountain (About 25 minutes) — A small mountain town east of Asheville with antique and craft shops, cafés and a lake.
- Brevard and DuPont State Recreational Forest (About 50 minutes) — Brevard is a small town known for its white squirrels and outdoor shops, and nearby DuPont State Recreational Forest has a series of waterfalls, including Triple Falls and High Falls, reached by short hikes.
For dinner
Share local specialities such as Mountain trout, Ramps and Soup beans and cornbread. Some restaurants close on Mondays or Tuesdays; check before planning a meal.
Questions travellers ask
+Is Asheville romantic?
Asheville's romance comes from mountain views, historic inns, candlelit Biltmore at Christmas and long dinners downtown.
+What is the most romantic thing to do in Asheville?
Sunset at the Grove Park Inn: Have a drink on the Sunset Terrace as the sun drops over the Blue Ridge.
+Where should couples stay in Asheville?
Downtown Asheville: Art Deco streets of galleries, bookshops, restaurants and rooftop bars.