Colburn Earth Science Museum is an awesome place to explore on a rainy day. Here you can learn something new and have fun at the same time.

If you're staying a while in Downtown Asheville, Colburn Earth Science Museum is a great place to start your sightseeing. This display of scientific achievements is one of many attractions that'll keep you on the hop here. Biltmore Estate, Asheville Mall, and Harrah's Cherokee Center - Asheville are also waiting to be discovered nearby.

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Fox Run at Lake Lure

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Orlando (MCO) to Asheville (AVL)

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We had no idea the lake was closed, so we came here and had nothing to do.

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Elevation Lofts Hotel

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Oct 26 - Oct 30

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McAllen (MFE) to Asheville (AVL)

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Biltmore Village

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Newark Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR) to Asheville (AVL)

9.2/10 Wonderful! (867 reviews)

My wife and I loved this hotel. Right at the front entrance to Biltmore which is why we came to Asheville. Staff were nice and professional. The food there was excellent. We really enjoyed the room. We will stay here again.

Reviewed on Jun 21, 2025

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