7 days in North Carolina Itinerary

Asheville nestles between two major mountain ranges in the scenic western section of North Carolina.

Take a break from the city and head to Cades Cove and Roaring Fork Motor Nature Trail. Kids will enjoy Dollywood and Titanic Museum. You'll find plenty of places to visit near Asheville: The Chocolate Bear (in Waynesville), Pigeon Forge (The Old Mill & The Island in Pigeon Forge) and Zipline (in Sevierville). The adventure continues: contemplate the long history of Biltmore Estate, indulge your thirst for a good beer at Sierra Nevada Brewing Co. Tours & Tastings, meet the residents at Western North Carolina Nature Center, and take a memorable drive along Blueridge Parkway.

For maps, other places to visit, traveler tips, and tourist information, refer to the Asheville day trip planner.

Tampa to Asheville is an approximately 6.5-hour combination of bus and flight. You can also do a combination of flight and bus; or drive. Plan for little chillier temperatures traveling from Tampa in June, with highs in Asheville at 82°F and lows at 61°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 30th (Sat) so you can travel back home.