Greenville-Spartanburg International Airport 1 hr 28
Basilica Of Saint Lawrence (16 min.) Iconic basilica noted for its domed ceiling with guided & self-guided architecture tours available. Craggy Gardens Visitor Center (41 min) Information center offering history guides maps & mountain views close to trails & a picnic spot. Western North Carolina Nature Center (14 min.) A zoo exploring flora & fauna of the Southern Appalachian region with more than 60 animal species. Blue Ridge National Heritage Area (14 min.) Heritage region known for its many recreational & cultural activities from nature walks to museums. Blue Ridge Parkway Visitor Center (14 min.) Shopping and mountain Asheville Pinball Museum (17 min.) All-you-can-play arcade featuring 75 pinball machines & classic video games plus beer & soda. Great Craggy Mountains (40 min) Mountain range & recreation spot known for hiking seasonal rhododendron gardens & striking views. Catawba Falls (24 min) Mossy & shady forest trail leading to a series of waterfalls on the Catawba River. Craggy Pinnacle (41 min) Thomas Wolfe Memorial (16 min.) Memorial museum in the childhood home of writer Thomas Wolfe with exhibits & educational programs. Folk Art Center (12 min.) Galleries of traditional & modern Southern Appalachian crafts with a library & gift shop. Botanical Gardens At Asheville (18 min.) A half-mile trail meanders through these gardens that feature 600 species of Appalachian plants. Lazoom Tours (18 min.) Beer River Arts District (19 min.) Art |