The best family-friendly activities in Asheville for parents and kids (Updated October 2026)

As featured in Southern Living Magazine and MSN News, discover the authentic beauty of the Blue Ridge Parkway with a naturalist guide to show you...

There is no better way to DISCOVER and EXPLORE Asheville! Hop-on board one of Cool Destinations’s nostalgic trolleys for a fully narrated journey, highlighting the...

Experience the “Land of Waterfalls” in our custom safari-style jeep. This is a must-do tour when visiting Asheville! This tour allows you to see our...

Discover the best of Asheville on this 2-Hour Public or Private Guided Sightseeing Walking Tour with Local Guide. As you take in some of the...

*The Fall Foliage Tour runs from October 3rd to 31st* Join a small group of like-minded individuals for a jeep ride on America's most famous...

The flame fern trail ride combines the Majestic Flame Azalea and the lush Fern Forest for a really enjoyable trail ride for everyone. You start up the mountain...

Explore Asheville on our 15-mile guided electric bike tour and see more of the city in one unforgettable ride! Our comfortable e-bikes make it easy...

Experience the Smokies beyond the ordinary aboard our open-air Safari Jeep! Unlike traditional sightseeing tours, our 3.5–4-hour adventure combines winding dirt mountain roads, breathtaking scenery,...

Along the way, your expert guide will share fascinating insights into the region’s rich ecology, wildlife, and geology—bringing the forest to life through storytelling and...

Explore Asheville’s Music Scene! Yesterday and Today! We will tell you about Asheville’s connections to members of national and regional Music Halls of Fame. You...

Creativity abounds in Asheville and our artists love to take to the streets. Join us on a colorful urban art tour of the South Slope...

Fast Rivers opened in 1979. It's the second oldest company on the Nantahala River-- and our longevity is no accident. We're a small business and...

This experience goes beyond a typical classroom-style workshop by giving you the chance to learn by doing. Instead of just talking through gear and techniques,...

Breathtaking vistas, intimate nature encounters, and rich mountain culture await! Highlights include stops at some of the Parkway’s most breathtaking overlooks, such as Craggy Pinnacle...

Join us and explore Asheville's dark side with this tour of Asheville's deadliest and most infamous stories of murder and mayhem. From the most infamous...

Explore the history of the most charming city of Appalachia, including its rise, growth, and how it continues to impress to this day. Discover what...

Celebrate the most enchanting time of year with the Asheville Holiday Season City Tour—a sparkling, story-filled adventure that highlights the city’s festive charm, historic beauty,...

⭐ Top-Rated Vacation Photoshoots 2025 We’re not just photographers, we’re storytellers capturing your holiday exactly as it feels. With over six years of experience photographing...

Kuwohi is a sacred place for the Cherokee people and is the highest point within the traditional Cherokee homeland. Kuwohi is one of the most...

Your guide will share the science and stories behind the spectacle—explaining how the region’s rich biodiversity, elevation range, and climate create such vivid and lasting...

A visit to Buffalo Creek Ranch offers a delightful day of activities for all ages. Engage with friendly animals, including llamas, mini horses, and pygmy...