Is a city in, and the county seat of, Buncombe County, North Carolina. Located in the Blue Ridge Mountains at the confluence of the French Broad and Swannanoa rivers, it is the largest city in Western North Carolina, and the state's 12th-most populous city. Points of Interest: Biltmore Estate (largest privately owned house in the United States and listed as U.S. National Historic Landmark.) Blue Ridge Parkway (a national parkway noted for its scenic beauty, known as "America's Favorite Drive") North Carolina Arboretum (arboretum and botanical garden located within the Bent Creek Experimental Forest) Grove Park Inn (hotel listed on U.S. National Register of Historic Places) Biltmore Town Square (A short walk connects you to exciting shops, restaurants, cafés and gathering spots, spas and health clubs.)
Surrounding Area Attractions
Appalachian Pinball Museum
The Museum houses a collection of both, vintage and contemporary pinball machines as well as video games.
538 North Main St - Hendersonville - NC - (828) 702-9277
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Aquarium & Shark Lab by Team ECCO
A public aquarium with 24+ displays showcasing eels, sting rays, sea horses, a touch tank and bamboo sharks. Classes available in the Ocean Learning Lab or as outreach.
511 North Main St - Hendersonville - NC - (828) 692-8386
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WNC Air Museum
The Western North Carolina Air Museum is the first air museum in the state of North Carolina, known as the "First in Flight" state. The museum features award-winning restored and replica antique and vintage airplanes.
1340 Gilbert St. - Hendersonville - NC (828) 698-2482
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Pisgah Astronomical Research Institute
Is an astronomical observatory located at a former NASA facility. It showcases a collection of gems, minerals, rare meteorites and samples from Mars and the Moon. Call for public hours and reservations.
1 Pari Dr. - Rosman - NC - (828) 862-5554
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Tweetsie Railroad
A wild west theme park featuring a three-mile ride on a historic steam railroad, live entertainment, rides, and a petting zoo.
300 Tweetsie Railroad lane - Blowing Rock - NC (800) 526-5740
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Flat Rock Playhouse
The Playhouse offers quality entertainment rarely fo far from Broadway. Open February through December, presenting matinees and evening performances.
2661 Greenville Hwy - Flat Rock - NC (828) 693-0731
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