Biltmore
America’s Largest Home®
Explore Asheville’s Iconic Biltmore Estate
A visit to Biltmore whisks you away to another time and place—a bygone gilded era and a dreamlike estate that feels worlds away despite being mere minutes from Asheville’s city center.
George Vanderbilt's 250-room castle is America's largest home and Asheville’s most celebrated landmark. Tour the mansion and explore 8,000 acres of picturesque grounds, or delve deeper into history with a behind-the-scenes tour. Biltmore is also where you’ll find the nation’s most-visited winery. As you explore the estate, enjoy shopping, dining and luxury accommodations.
Plan Your Visit to Biltmore Estate
- Purchase Biltmore Estate tickets online in advance, or purchase them at the Asheville Visitor Center for a $5 discount. Reservations are required to access the estate.
- Kids 9 and under get in free Children 9 & under receive free admission to Biltmore House (add Audio to their tour for $12-15), but every child requires an admission ticket to enter the estate with a parent or guardian.
- Parking and Estate Transportation: Free parking on the Estate. More parking & Estate information is available here.
- A visit to Biltmore is spectacular in any season, with special celebrations offered in the springtime (Biltmore Blooms) and around the holidays (Christmas at Biltmore).
2025 SEASON UPDATE: Biltmore Estate is open and welcoming guests after Hurricane Helene. Biltmore House and the Conservatory, Winery, Gardens, and overnight properties received minimal or no damage from the storm. Some trails remain closed and a few road detours may be in place. Check Biltmore's site for the latest.
Fall color hunter at Biltmore by Erin McGrady, October 29, 2023
Where to Stay Near Biltmore Estate
There are three places to stay on Biltmore Estate. For a more casual experience, choose the Village Hotel on Biltmore Estate, located next to Biltmore Winery. The Inn on Biltmore Estate offers four-star elegance. And, the Cottages on Biltmore Estate is a historic accommodation offering a unique, private experience.
Just outside the entrance gate of Biltmore Estate is historic Biltmore Village. Biltmore Village is a historic district that is home to fine art galleries, top notch restaurants and a mix of boutique and nationally recognized shops. There are several places to stay in Biltmore Village, from luxury accommodations to family-friendly hotels.
See our places to stay page for more great accommodations in and around Asheville.
Biltmore Blooms
Mar 21 - May 22, 2025 Welcome spring in style with more than 100,000 flowers blooming the Estate.
Christmas at Biltmore
Nov 1, 2025 - Jan 4, 2026
Biltmore shines with stunning decorations, including more than 65 hand-decorated trees and the 35-foot tree in the Banquet Hall.
Tutankhamun: His Tomb and His Treasures
March 21, 2025 - Jan 4, 2026 An unforgettable exploration of the culture of ancient Egypt and the time of Tutankhamun.
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