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Coming to the Western North Carolina mountains in the fall doesn’t have to break the bank. Below are some ideas for saving a little green while in search of a little red, yellow and orange.
- Perks of an Extended Season: Take advantage of the long leaf season in Western North Carolina. Rather than an October vacation during peak fall travel, considering booking a room in late-September or early-November when room rates are less expensive, but the colors still beautiful.
- Expert Advice: Save time and money by letting the Asheville Visitor Center concierge hunt for your room. The concierge has access to room availability and discount information, even for last-minute bookings.
- Adventure Coupons: Save cash on attractions, whitewater rafting, museums, local theater, tours and hotel bookings with outdoor adventure coupons.
- Low-cost Lunch: Pack a picnic and head to some of the many trails and scenic overlooks on the Blue Ridge Parkway. The Asheville area has a plethora of tailgate and fresh markets where you can fill your picnic basket with inexpensive, local treats.
- Nature’s Museum: Skip admission by exploring the multitude of free natural attractions in the Asheville area including parks, waterfalls, scenic vistas and more than 2,000 miles of hiking and biking trails. Entry to the Asheville Botanical Gardens is free year-round, and the minimal entry fee at the North Carolina Arboretum is waved on Tuesdays. The Appalachian Trial also runs through Western North Carolina.
- Self-guided Tours: Embark on a self-guided tour. If you love art, visit the River Arts District to watch local artists in action and buy directly from them. Grab a map at the Asheville Visitors Center and follow the Urban Trail, Architectural Walking Tour or Downtown Gallery Guide.
- Live Entertainment: Every Friday night musicians take to the streets of Asheville for the local drum circle in Pritchard Park. Street performers create a soundtrack for your evening stroll and many restaurants transition to music venues at night, with little or no cover charge. Grab a local entertainment guide to see where the area’s talented performers will be headlining.
- Take in a show: The theatre scene begins to heat up in the fall as well with reasonable ticket. And for an added bonus while enjoying dinner or a pint, check the local music scene to see where the area’s talented performers will be headlining.
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