While Asheville may be well-known for its sundry of adult libations, the city also boasts tons of kid-friendly fun the whole family can pour into.
~ Check out our Top 10 hot spots for kiddos below ~
With over 65,000 square feet of indoor fun, Asheville’s Fun Depot is the ideal place to spend quality time with your friends and family regardless of the weather. Attractions and activities include: outdoor and indoor go-carts, 18-hole indoor mini-golf course, laser tag, bumper cars, a climbing wall, playgrounds and inflatables, mini-bowling, X-rider 4D Theater, arcade games, Aeroball, Lazer Frenzy, Atomic Rush, and more!
The Western North Carolina Nature Center connects people with the animals and plants of the Southern Appalachian Mountain region by inspiring appreciation, nurturing understanding, and advancing conservation of the region’s rich biodiversity.
The Asheville Pinball Museum offers a wide array of pinball machines spanning from the 1950’s to the 21st Century! Once you pay admission, there are over 80 pinball machines and video games ready to play.
Asheville Museum of Science is the premier exploratory science experience in downtown Asheville. With fully interactive exhibits, street level access, and a variety of educational programs, AMOS is a must visit for the whole family! Be a geologist in our Colburn Hall of Minerals, dig for fossils and say hello to our Teratophoneus dinosaur skeleton, climb into the tree canopy in our Southern Appalachian Forestry exhibit, and so much more at the Asheville Museum of Science!
Take the kids on a hike! The Blue Ridge Parkway is a ribbon of road that weaves through the region’s vibrant living traditions. From Cherokee life and agricultural history to Southern Appalachian crafts and music, the Parkway’s 469 miles through Virginia and North Carolina offer many ways to explore rich traditions.
Tubing the French Broad River
Tubing the French Broad River has become one of the most popular activities to do in Asheville during the summer months! Check out Zen Tubing, Sky Tubing or French Broad Outfitters, all conveniently located in the city for tube rentals and river shuttles.
Their scenic rail excursions take you from our historic depot in Bryson City, through the beautiful countryside of Western North Carolina. Their variety of train options and special event trains makes them perfect for making memories. Dine in the First Class Cars with a private attendant and breathtaking views or take it all in while riding in an Open Air Gondola. Step on board for your next rail adventure!
Take them out to the ball game! The Asheville Tourists are a minor league baseball team based in Asheville, North Carolina. They play in the Class A South Atlantic League and have been a farm team of the Colorado Rockies since 1994.
Ziplining
Zip through the trees at one of the many zip lining companies located just minutes away from Downtown Asheville. Not only will you get the adventure of a lifetime, this is one of the most unique ways to see the spectacular mountain scenery of WNC. Check out Navitat, or the Adventure Center of Asheville for more info!