Asheville with Kids

Adventures await in Asheville
(for the whole family!)

A Few Of Our Favorites

Model train village at the NC Arboretum
Things To Do

40+ Things To Do In Asheville With Kids By Local Parents (2024)

Two cheeseburgers, french fries and a milkshake from The Baby Bull sitting on a picnic table
Food & Drinks

Our Favorite Kid-Friendly Restaurants in Asheville

Apples in basket at Jeter Mountain Farms near Hendersonville, NC.
Things To Do

Ultimate Guide to Apple Picking Near Asheville, NC (Post-Hurricane)

Hi-Wire Brewing in Asheville's River Arts District
Breweries

Kid-Friendly Breweries in Asheville

Pirate ship themed playground structure at Lake Julian Park in Arden, NC.
Parks and Playgrounds

Your Guide To The Best Playgrounds in Asheville

Choose A Great Place To Stay

Grand Bohemian Hotel at Biltmore Village

Family Friendly Hotels in Asheville: Our Top Picks

Create unforgettable experiences for the whole family

As parents to two young kids, we know that the right environment can make or break a vacation. That’s why we have handpicked a selection of hotels that are great for kids and where you can create cherished family memories.

Where To STay With Kids

Kid-Friendly Asheville Attractions

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Exterior of the Biltmore House with Christmas trees on the lawn
Biltmore Estate

Biltmore With Kids: Fun For The Whole Family!

Yes, the Biltmore is kid-friendly! Check out our guide to the estate with kids where we include details on the perfect restaurants on the estate for kids, fun kid-centric things to do and tips on strollers.

Exterior of Hands On! Children's Museum in Hendersonville, NC

Guide To: Hands On Children’s Museum In Hendersonville, NC

The Children’s Museum in Hendersonville is the perfect place to spend a morning exploring with your little ones.
Guide to Hands On
Goat eating straw at Asheville's Zoo WNC Nature Center

The ULTIMATE Guide To The WNC Nature Center

The perfect spot for animal lovers of all ages. You’ll see everything from owls and otters to black bears and wolves.
Visiting The Nature Center

Hikes For The Whole Family

Kid-Friendly Trails
View from pasture on summit of Bearwallow Mountain

Bearwallow Mountain Trail

A view of mountains and green trees surrounding Lake Powhatan

Lake Powhatan

View from the Black Balsam Knob Trail showing a large area of balsam fir trees

Black Balsam Knob

Food Guides For Kids

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A close up of six donuts from Vortex Doughnuts
Bakeries & Sweets

Where To Get Great DONUTS in Asheville (+ A Map!)

Two pizzas in takeout boxes and a salad
Food & Drinks

Guide To Pizza In Asheville

Bakeries & Sweets

Where To Get ICE CREAM In Asheville: 15+ Places

Italian takeout dinner on top of a Vinnie's restaurant to-go bag
Food & Drinks

Top Picks For Takeout In Asheville

Waterfalls Your Kids Will Love

Looking Glass Falls waterfall surrounded by green trees
Easy Access From Road

Looking Glass Falls: a picture-perfect waterfall near Brevard

Photo of waterfall at the of Moore Cove Falls' trail
Kid-Friendly Hike

Guide to Moore Cove Falls Hike

A Tour For The Whole Family

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Gray Line Trolley in Biltmore Village

Our kids love the Gray Line Trolley! It’s hop-on/hop-off and kids under 5 are free! Kids between 5 and 11 ride at a discounted rate.

Check our Gray Line Asheville trolley guide for all of the details!

Are You Local?

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Zoom Pass for the Asheville Museum of Science (AMOS) issued by the Buncombe County Public Library

Make sure to check out Buncombe County’s Zoom Pass. Library cardholders get FREE access to several attractions around town on a monthly basis.

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