Asheville, NC, 5 things to know before you visit Asheville, North Carolina

Have you Been to Asheville before? Do you want to go to Asheville? Let me know in the comments! What is your favorite tip?
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FYI, I realize downtown Asheville is not for everyone, and that's fine. Considerate sharing of opinions is welcome. We are all entitled to our opinions. However, if you leave a comment that belittles others, the way they live and resort to name-calling and is simply rude, mean-girl/guy attitudes are against KZbin policy and is not welcome here and will be deleted.
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Traveling to North Carolina? Looking for MUST see NC cities? Asheville is the place to be!
Here are 5 basic travel tips that you need to know before you go to downtown Asheville, North Carolina.
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In this Asheville Travel Guide we'll explore things like: Parking in Downtown Asheville, Where to stay in Asheville, Where to stay when visiting Biltmore Estates, Thins to do in Asheville North Carolina, How big is Asheville, how weird is Asheville? Asheville art, info for travel foodies, farm to table restaurants, Asheville Craft Breweries, Asheville Gluten Free and Vegan, how big is Downtown Asheville? Where to stay in Downtown Asheville, downtown Asheville hotels, Biltmore hotels, General Asheville hotels, Can you walk from Biltmore to downtown Asheville? What cities and hotels are near Asheville? Asheville affordable hotels, Cherokee NC, Morganton NC, Dog city USA, Dog Welcome Center in the USA, pet CBD shops, Urban art, Asheville fairy doors.
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[@christyevershappily4eversafter]

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[@LESTER7L1]

It all looks, seems, WONDERFUL! Great video. Thank you.

[@eileeninzerilli1654]

Just came back from my first trip to Asheville. I say first because I know that I must go back. Probably one of my most favorite cities, I've ever been to. Completely in love with the DT and it is probably the MOST WALKABLE city I've visited thus far. DT is lively with a great mix of locals and tourists and mixes of people, but everyone is so friendly and such a great vibe. Loved the street art, sculptures and talented street musicians. Blue Ridge Mountains are stunning. So much to see and do in the area. I personally didn't find it expensive, but I live on Long Island, NY so I'm used to everything being expensive! Can't recommend a trip there more!! Thanks.

[@christyevershappily4eversafter]

I’m so glad you enjoyed it as much as I do! Thnx for sharing your experience. I always love to hear from other Asheville lovers. 😊. I also don’t find Asheville to be any more expensive than any other popular city.

[@mymal8371]

Heading there in April, from Canada 🇨🇦, looking forward to it!

[@christyevershappily4eversafter]

Have a great trip! I hope you have an amazing time and love the city as much as I do! :)

[@ajaysinghbaghel3175]

Thank you for detailed review, very good information for first time travelers. The street art is really cool, lot of good stuff. 👍👍

[@christyevershappily4eversafter]

Thanks for watching! The street art is really a highlilght! it's like a game to see what all I can find :)

[@JackyAndTheWifey]

Thank you for this informative review. Will defo visit this lovely town when we visit States.

[@christyevershappily4eversafter]

I hope you get a chance to visit soon! It's a great town!

[@jianjulianjean7130]

Those were great tips and info about the area. We were once there but away from the city. We love to travel. Maybe we can go back there again and good thing we saw this video :)

[@christyevershappily4eversafter]

Thank you! I appreciate it! :) You should def go back sometime, there's so much to see and do.

[@mdkate80]

The hiking in that area is amazing. We loved Asheville

[@christyevershappily4eversafter]

IKR! So many great hikes and waterfalls!

[@jamesclark9992]

Asheville has no waterfalls there in Brevard and near Hendersonville an other towns of western NC.

[@osmchefamy2438]

The street art is wonderful, awesome review of quaint town !!

[@christyevershappily4eversafter]

IKR! I'm always impressed by the street murals.

[@linak7155]

Thank you for taking the time to inform ur audience! We visited today for the first time. It was a gorgeous day! Great food! Met two drum players and a lady playing Appalachian 🎶 using a bunch of spoons. Very talented! After a couple of hours a little overwhelming. 😎😂

[@christyevershappily4eversafter]

Sounds like you have a fabulous day! Extra fun that you got to meet some drum players and an Appalachian spoon lady! Where did you eat?

[@linak7155]

@@christyevershappily4eversafter We ate at the Red Ginger. It was good! 😋 Had bubble tea with milk at a small joint too

[@christyevershappily4eversafter]

@@linak7155 nice! I haven’t been to red Ginger yet, but I’ve heard great things. I’m going next week and it’s on my list! 🤩

[@teresacantrell9468]

The tourists don't seem to tip the performers very much - who are not very well to do. Why is that?

[@linak7155]

@@teresacantrell9468 all kinds of reasons...

[@kaydance9059]

I was sold on Ashville in the first 2 minutes, but then Dog City, USA sealed it, lol, so cool. I love that you described it as a small town and big city, sound amazing!

[@christyevershappily4eversafter]

IKR! Dog City makes it all even cooler! 8)

[@denisenatale5542]

Me too! I'm sold. I know there are negatives like any city now at days. But I truly think the positive outweighs the negative in Asheville. I'll be visiting when I get the chance.

[@BeardOperator]

I live here in the outskirts of Asheville, born and Raised. Asheville has changed, it’s not the wonderful small town mountain town that it used to be. I suggest visiting the mountain towns around Asheville to get the real mountain experience. Downtown is a miserable place nowadays.

[@christyevershappily4eversafter]

Thanks for watching

[@DIYQUEENDIVA]

I love my city! I wouldn't be able to express myself and walk around downtown with my "Queen" tiara on my head in another city....lol. Great video on Asheville! Keep up the great work!

[@christyevershappily4eversafter]

Awe! Thnx. You made my day🤗 I love your city too! Keep rocking that crown, Queen 👑

[@DIYQUEENDIVA]

@@christyevershappily4eversafter awww thank you! LOL

[@CamdensPlayhouse]

We went there a couple years back and the breweries there were so good!

[@christyevershappily4eversafter]

Yes! A great place for brewery hopping!

[@Crazyornot_US]

The street art is awesome. Asheville is definitely worth a visit!

[@christyevershappily4eversafter]

It really is! I love discovering all the street art too! I hope you'll get a chance to visit some day!

[@christopherbuck3276]

Great intro to Asheville. I am coming home next month. I have been away from Asheville and my mountains for far too long. When I return to Asheville, my fiancé will be with me. We plan to get married as well next month in Asheville. We will be purchasing or renting a home once we are in Asheville. Can't wait to get home.

[@christyevershappily4eversafter]

Thank you so much! I appreciate your kind words and enthusiasm for your great city. And congratulations on your upcoming wedding! 💕

[@christopherbuck3276]

@@christyevershappily4eversafterYou are welcome.

[@robinkoterba8831]

I’ve never thought of Asheville or North Carolina in touristy sense. Thanks for sharing

[@christyevershappily4eversafter]

Yeah, it has so many great places to visit!

[@thetaoofkim5185]

It's a great city, but SUPER touristy. I've lived here for nearly a decade and it's gotten so expensive and crowded. It's charm is slowly being eaten away by investors and high end tourist industry sadly. On a happier note, all this tourism is making the cost of our home skyrocket!

[@KarenTyrrellAuthor]

Thanks Christy, love this quaint little town 💖💥🌈

[@christyevershappily4eversafter]

Thank you! And thanks for watching :)

[@FollowThomas]

I was there just couple of days ago, amazing place! 👍

[@christyevershappily4eversafter]

Ikr! One of my favorite places! What did you do while in Asheville?

[@OS-kw8bh]

Thank you!❤

[@christyevershappily4eversafter]

You’re welcome ☺️

[@rethinkinglove6269]

Just gotta say, any place that has a dog welcome center is a place I want to go! So good!

[@christyevershappily4eversafter]

IKR! What a great idea! Right now they are the only city in the US that does this, but I have no doubt it's going to catch on and we'll see them in more cities soon!

[@rosycabrera6445]

Thank you so much! I looked everywhere but couldn’t find the fairy door art 😔

[@christyevershappily4eversafter]

You’re welcome! They can be kind of tricky to find. If you get to go back you can find them on Woodfin street near the Lexington intersection. Kind of across the street from a tattoo parlor.

[@stevemacinnis3035]

Hi. First trip there tomorrow. Was wondering where the most street art is in downtown. I know about the wearhouse district

[@christyevershappily4eversafter]

It is so much fun searching for the street art! It’s all over the place. You’ll find some fairy doors and cool alley Murals walking on Woodfin in between Lexington and Broadway. Another good street is W Walnut, also between Lexington and Broadway. Have fun on your trip!

[@SorgiStories]

Really cool! Good to know! - Anthony

[@christyevershappily4eversafter]

Glad you liked it and thanks for watching :)

[@skifanatic7416]

I certainly need to put Asheville on my places to visit list.

[@christyevershappily4eversafter]

You should! It's awesome!

[@JamieLarryJackson]

What a great review for a quaint town. We’ll certainly visit someday, and maybe borrow someone’s dog 🐕 , lol.

[@christyevershappily4eversafter]

LOL! I wouldn't be surprised if they had a dog rental program. :D I hope you get to visit someday. It's so much fun!

[@ninad9013]

Do you mind sharing what Vegan place that was you showed at 2.52? PTY🙏🏼

[@christyevershappily4eversafter]

Yeah, sure thing :) There's a sign that pops up at the 2:52 mark that is the Laughing Seed Cafe. However, if you're looking for the place that serves the food that I show a little after that (vegan and gluten free muffins and pasteries) Those are from a different shop called Dobra Tea. I've done an entire video on Dobra tea. I love it there. I have to visit at least once when I'm in town! kzbin.info/www/bejne/l3OvhXqLd9eFmMU

[@allisonboston5738]

Going Friday, for the first time!! 😆

[@christyevershappily4eversafter]

Have a blast and enjoy!

[@allisonboston5738]

@@christyevershappily4eversafter thank you!!

[@BeardOperator]

We have a large growing homeless population here in Asheville now unfortunately.

[@christyevershappily4eversafter]

Welcome to city life during a pandemic. Let’s work together to keep the Asheville economy thriving. There are projects underway to improve Asheville’s homeless community. How are you contributing to make things better?

[@ThruAWiderLens]

Just spent a week there and had no problems whatsoever. Was downtown every day. Yes, some homeless folks. But I found it a very enjoyable place to be, not miserable in any sense!

[@christyevershappily4eversafter]

@@ThruAWiderLens that has always Been my experience as well. 😊

[@richieboy6825]

@@christyevershappily4eversafter I’m starting to suspect that lifetime Asheville residents are trying to protect the smallness of their city and are playing up the negative aspects of the city to scare away a massive influx of visitors and new inhabitants. I’ll be there in 2 months to judge for myself- I have a feeling I’m gonna love it!!!

[@christyevershappily4eversafter]

@@richieboy6825 yes! Definitely. I’ve noticed the trend that the visitors love Asheville and the locals leave the negative comments. There is a homeless population but that has never bothered me or kept me from wanting to go there. It’s only made me want to be part of the solution of progress and helping humanity rather than deterring me from this amazing city!

[@eddiebronston9009]

I visited Asheville this past November and thoroughly enjoyed it. But the best food city in the U.S.??? Seriously??? I live in New Orleans. Nuff said!

[@christyevershappily4eversafter]

The food city comment wasn’t based on opinion. Reviews and surveys are placing Asheville as one of the best food cities in the US and have ranked #1 in some. Gordon Ramsay came to Asheville in 2022 to do a show based on the areas reputation. The Asheville food scene is very hot right now. Glad you enjoyed your visit! I certainly enjoy food from New Orleans as well. Nothing like a good jambalaya 💕

[@mamasparlingshottopicsandc1702]

My home has turned into a nasty place nobody's down home the transplants have ruined asheville. It used to be a beautiful town with all the kindness that the real locals could show you. We are the best folk

[@christyevershappily4eversafter]

I’m happy to say that I love visiting Asheville and I’ve been shown nothing but kindness every time I’m there. I find it beautiful and have received kindness from all walks of people.

[@PhillipGibsonPhotography]

Christy, we really do live in one of the best states in the US in my opinion. I absolutely adore Asheville in all of its glory. The history, art, and food cultures are so interesting and enriched with so much passion and thought. I love watching your content about our amazing state.

[@christyevershappily4eversafter]

Yes! I agree! There's so much about Asheville, and North Carolina to love! :)

[@courtneysmith8092]

Open to diversity.but to expensive for impoverished people of color and even poor people in general!I spent most of my life in Asheville and it's a very white area!White business dominates all areas of downtown and most of the cultural landscape!They have a street Festival for African Americans.but it doesn't reach the popularity of belle chere art festivals,or sadly even the drum circle!I still love it even though I moved a few years ago!I now visit and while driving up the mountain and heading to the valley,I always feel a sense of home!

[@christyevershappily4eversafter]

I’ve read they have plans for creating affordable housing this coming year. I hope that will improve the situation 🤗

[@courtneysmith8092]

@@christyevershappily4eversafter I have too...Its a great community and last time forgot to thank you for the upload!

[@christyevershappily4eversafter]

@@courtneysmith8092 thank you for watching and commenting 🤗

[@williamwarren1466]

I am planning to move to Asheville north Carolina and make it my home

[@christyevershappily4eversafter]

That awesome!!! 🤩

[@mewseekluvr59]

That’s funny you said that, there is no word for “goodbye” in the Cherokee language, they say see you later.

[@christyevershappily4eversafter]

That’s beautiful. I love that so much 😍

[@teresacantrell9468]

I work downtown and have to pay for the expensive parking.. . Really sad for the workers.

[@christyevershappily4eversafter]

Yeah, that’s rough (hugs). Unfortunately that’s. More common than not in downtown areas all over the US. Hopefully some business can find a way to help lower costs for employees. Also a reason I tend to tip well to do my part in helping.

[@teresacantrell9468]

It's all about the money you can spend in Asheville. High density housing constantly being built, more breweries, more traffic, high parking fees....

[@christyevershappily4eversafter]

Thnx for watching

[@ravilalravi]

Nice place Where is this place?

[@christyevershappily4eversafter]

It’s in western North Carolina in the Blue Ridge Mountains.

[@ravilalravi]

@@christyevershappily4eversafter thanks

[@jamesclark9992]

Asheville used to be nice but it's now a concrete jungle. Horrendous traffic. Horrible pollution. Overpriced to politically charged. Limited parking. Crime twice the national average. A ton of homeless drug addicts that flock there because it's a liberal town. Over 1800 acres of trees cut. down in 10 years for endless hotels and apartments.

[@richieboy6825]

So you’re trying to scare us from coming ? Eh, I’m coming anyway & you know what? I’m know I’m gonna love it.

[@keithblain8763]

Woke City Council has NOT supported Law enforcement, so hundreds of Police officers have left the force. Asheville Police have communicated that due to understaffed, they do not respond to certain types of calls. Crime is UP! Homeless population is increasing. Cost of living is highest in NC. Asheville was the second city in nation to give reparations. Asheville is FAR LEFT politically!!! A better place to visit is Waynesville, which is 25 miles west on I-40.

[@rebeccaconnelly921]

I Live In Asheville

[@christyevershappily4eversafter]

Nice! How do you like living there? I hear that living there is a lot different than visiting or vacationing.

[@Nefertum1000]

Accurate depiction of the city, especially pertaining to the food, beer, hospitality, art and quirkiness the town offers. You are correct as to the cost downtown being a bit expensive for most, restaurants have gotten more expensive as well as hotel stays downtown. Unfortunately because of high rent many local service works have had to move out of downtown and commute which has contributed to a shortage in staff. Parking downtown is also in high demand, especially if there's a venue gong on,,,there is NO free parking. Also, very liberal mined youth with the "entitled" mentally also contribute to a low percentage of workers. Lots of young kids skating and board surfing instead of being employed, its all they do all day. Don't get me wrong, its a very nice city, but please make sure that you also include the huge amount of homeless people with drug, alcohol and mental problems. Again, large population of youth living on the streets with addiction and mental problems begging money from tourist for their addictions. Asheville's communities are very giving and they do feed and offers many services even overnight stays when the weather gets too cold ( called Code Purple) but many prefer living on the streets. One example Plichard park. You really need one or maybe two days downtown. Christy, you hit the nail on the head as to the surrounding beauty. Hiking, white water rafting, and all the scenic wonders the mountains and trails offer.

[@christyevershappily4eversafter]

Thank you so much for the thoughtful reply. I truly appreciate it. I have read that there are plans for affordable housing as well as plans for helping the homeless population in many ways. I hope it will be a remedy that will benefit residents and tourists alike. :)

[@TexasCowgirl]

Asheville has amazing shops and art but you forgot to mention that there are no jobs. The rumors of witch residents are not to be taken lightly. Downtown needs a face lift badly. The housing prices are extremely high and wages do not match. It is a beautiful city to visit unless you have been born with money it's very hard to live there. If you want to travel to work and live in Asheville that might work.

[@christyevershappily4eversafter]

This is a video for tourists not residents. Jobs and price of housing don’t fit in tourist videos. As a tourist I expect city’s to need face lifts and cost of living to be high which makes me happy to spend my tourist dollars there to help stimulate the economy in a city that I adore. I’m a travel agent speaking to tourists not a real estate agent speaking to residential prospects.

[@dmccalldds]

“Raleigh-Durham” is an airport. Raleigh and Durham and two completely different, independent cities.

[@christyevershappily4eversafter]

I live in the raleigh area. While yes, Raleigh and Durham are 2 separate cities but locals, like me who have lived here for over 20 years, do refer to it as the raleigh/Durham area. They are so close and interconnected, especially with the smaller cities it’s not unusual to hear locals refer to them with the names closely together.

[@dmccalldds]

That doesn’t mean they’re right!

[@christyevershappily4eversafter]

@@dmccalldds as a local I can say that it’s truly ok to refer to the over all raleigh/Durham area as simply, Raleigh /Durham when you are speaking about a general area. I never claim that it’s one city, but the area is so compact and integrated it’s completely fine to reference them as a general area in the state. Also I’m the travel agent community it is also normal to refer to locations by their art port name. So there is nothing that I said that is wrong. You’re simply stuck in a trite narrative of your preference to only reference one city at a time.

[@Badger705]

The Violent Crime, The Homeless, The Drug Problem, The Police Corruption and crawling with ring clicking Mason's

[@christyevershappily4eversafter]

It’s a city. Crime and other problems are inherent to city life. I visit often and my favorite place to stay is downtown. I go by myself and sometimes bring my daughter. While I practice safety precautions no mater where I go I’ve never, personally felt unsafe when I was there. So yes, it’s a city and my viewers are aware that crime happens in cities and they should take precautions as with in any other city. Me telling me that there’s crime in a city is like having to mention to people going to the beach that there are sharks in the ocean. It’s just a fact of life. It also doesn’t mean people shouldn’t still enjoy the city even though it’s not perfect. If anyone wants to travel to a perfect place then… they would never travel. There’s still amazing restaurants, still amazing shops and still some of the most friendly people I’ve ever met. Honestly, when it comes to Asheville, the nicest people I’ve met have been in the city.

[@fozzybear9114]

Not culturally diverse? Great im in!!!

[@christyevershappily4eversafter]

I never said it wasn’t culturally diverse. I said some in my research have said it’s not culturally diverse enough to be weird. I have personally seen plenty of diversity of all kinds and I have personally found it to be a welcoming area for all kinds of people.

[@ianalan4367]

Except we are woke and going broke!

[@christyevershappily4eversafter]

Lol, cute saying. Unfortunately that seems to be most cities these days. One reason I love to promote great cities and businesses and spend my tourist dollars there is because It’s my part of helping businesses stay open, which allows people to stay employed. Every city has their problems, and I’d we all do our part in a positive a huge shift could take place. 🤗 When the pandemic hit I changed my travel focus of my channel to local travel in my my home state and surrounding areas to support the local economy.