Location: Downtown Asheville
Top Things to do in Downtown Asheville
Top 9 Shopping in Downtown Asheville, North Carolina (NC)
If you’re into eating locally and supporting sustainable agriculture, go to Asheville—and eat, eat, eat. This town of less than 100,000 people has 17 farmers’ markets, and the local restaurant scene is all about taking advantage of the seasonal produce sold there. And don’t miss the area’s microbreweries.
Restaurants in Asheville
1. Blue Spiral 1
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 135 reviews
Founded in 1990, Blue Spiral 1 presents work by exceptional artists in an awe-inspiring space. The light-filled 15,000 square-foot gallery spans three floors connected by an open stairway. Blue Spiral 1 presents over twenty annual exhibitions of sculpture, paintings, studio craft, and photography. They are either discipline based or developed around themes. The gallery's upper level features a diverse collection of works by nearly 100 regularly represented artists. The gallery also has had the privilege of representing the estate of Will Henry Stevens (1881-1949) for thirty years. A pioneer in modernism in the American South, Stevens, "should be on everyone's list of the top 10-15 underrated artists in America in the first part of the 20th Century." -David Houston, Director of Curatorial, Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art (previous)
Reviewed By BouvierSterling
We searched this out after reading some of the TripAdvisor reviews, and were not disappointed. This is a large gallery, showcasing an excellent variety of art mediums and styles, much of it craft-based. Spend 2 hours here, even if you don't have a chance to purchase now. You will be inspired. If one is serious about possible purchase(s) without a specific medium or artist in mind, 3-4 hrs will be needed.
2. The L.O.F.T.
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 36 reviews
Reviewed By kellyng2018 - Knoxville, United States
This is a really neat store with Unique little gifts. It has several stocking stuffer ideas as well. I personally really liked the sticker collection they have up front by the registers. This store also has an upstairs area that has more things.
3. Battery Park Book Exchange and Champagne Bar
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 536 reviews
Reviewed By sc52017 - Red Oak, United States
On our first visit to Asheville a couple of years ago we found this place just walking around downtown during the day. We've been back to Asheville a second time and made a point to go again in the evening. It's a unique, fun, quirky place. A bookstore, a wine/champagne/coffee bar with snacks. Go to sit and relax, visit with friends, or shop for a used book. Our last visit was for a delicious dessert and coffee after having dinner downtown. It's 2 levels with all kinds of nooks and crannies. There's also live music on certain days. Pet friendly. They have a great outside seating area. A definite place to go when in Asheville.
4. Downtown Asheville Art District
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 515 reviews
This listing is for Asheville's downtown art galleries. A group of art galleries and museums within a walk-able area centered around Pack Square located at the intersection of Biltmore Avenue and Patton Avenue. Not to be confused with the river arts district, an area some distance from downtown with artists studios.
Reviewed By WildWildeWorld - Mogadore, United States
Definitely stop at the Blue Spiral and Woolworth! Overall lot of cool shops and plenty for any type of art lover.
5. blue goldsmiths
Susan west has been integrating modern design and timeless luxury for over two decades. Specializing in custom engagement rings and rings with colored precious stones, each piece is completely one-of-a-kind and crafted in susan's historic biltmore village studio nestled in the beautiful mountains of western north carolina.
6. Vadim Bora Studio-Gallery
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 1 reviews
7. Biltmore Gallery Downtown
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 2 reviews
