Best 121 things to do in Arden, NC

Helicopter flight over Pisgah National Forest and Looking Glass Rock

See Asheville’s top landmarks from above on a one-hour private helicopter flight

Fly over Lake Lure and Chimney Rock for sweeping Blue Ridge foothills views

See Biltmore Estate lights and Asheville city glow by helicopter

Curated wine tasting plus a 50-mile helicopter sightseeing flight

See Asheville-area landmarks from the air

Paddle to Asheville breweries, riverside bars, and wading pools

Taste brunch bites and cocktails as you walk downtown Asheville

Float the French Broad River with comfy tubes and a shuttle back

Raft 5 miles of Class II–III rapids on French Broad Section 9 from Asheville

Private calm-water rafting for up to 5, with a guide on the French Broad River

Sculpt a soft glass pendant in a 60-minute beginner-friendly class in Asheville

Design and create your own colorful fused glass tile with guided instruction

Explore Asheville beer culture with brewery stories and behind-the-scenes access

Explore Asheville’s outlying breweries with guided tastings and transportation

Taste beer and uncover Asheville brewing history across three local breweries

Paddle a full day along the French Broad River, passing Biltmore Estate and vibrant arts studios.

Ride Hendersonville’s greenways with a quality bike and essential gear included

Self-guided tubing with a shuttle ride to the river

Adults-only evening river float with friends

Discover lush trails and hidden cascades with certified guides ensuring safety and local insights.

Reach more trout water from a guided drift boat

Fish Western North Carolina lakes and rivers with a licensed bass guide

Combine a French Broad River float with a brewery stop