The Blue Ridge Parkway found just eight miles west along Highway 70. is the most visited scenic highway in America. The Folk Art Center, features fine Appalachian Arts and Crafts and the Parkway Destination feature a excellent movie of the scenic highway.
Explore Biltmore, the gardens and vineyard
Just east of Black Mountain, only 30 minutes away, is scenic Lake Lure and Chimney Rock Park An amazing place, it has miles of high rock hiking trails, waterfalls and wonderful scenery (Last of the Mahicans and Dirty Dancing were filmed here).
Explore the quaint town of Black Mountain by exploring the stores, restaurants and shops.