The state of North Carolina absolutely shines during the fall season. And there is one mountain town that makes you feel like you stepped right onto a movie set. Asheville in autumn is truly magical, and offers so many things to do and see. Take a walk down one of its gorgeous streets, or hike in the nearby mountains, and find yourself transported!

If you have one weekend away this autumn and you want to see the fall colors creeping down the mountains, then you need to head to the lovely town of Asheville.
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This amazing city, founded in 1790, is filled with history. You’ll find stunning brick buildings all around downtown, and wonderful areas to explore.
Asheville is located right in the stunning Blue Ridge Mountains.
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The mountains surrounding this beautiful city are filled with great hiking trails, and many parks to explore. There’s a fabulous amount of land that is filled with bright autumn colors every year.
This is the perfect area to take an afternoon drive.
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In fact, the Blue Ridge Parkway will take you through autumn scenery that you can’t find anywhere else in North Carolina. The Parkway has 469 miles of stunning beauty.

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This National Parkway and All-American Road connect Shenandoah National Park to the Great Smoky Mountains National Park.
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You’ll wind around mountains, through tunnels, and through scenery that looks like a scene right out of a Hallmark movie. There’s magic around every turn on this gorgeous road!
You can explore the beautiful buildings downtown, when you walk Asheville’s Urban Trail.
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In fact, the city’s history museum is outdoors, right along the sidewalks of downtown. You can take a self-guided "scavenger hunt" to learn all about Asheville’s interesting past while you window shop and take in the beautiful squares.
There’s also tons of wholesome autumn activities to enjoy.
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Check out a pumpkin festival, hike through a corn maze, or enjoy a warm cup of apple cider. Asheville in autumn offers a picture perfect place to explore this cozy season.
Grab your family or loved one and spend a weekend in this magical town.
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You’ll love every minute you spend exploring everything this beautiful area offers. Whether you’re strolling through downtown, or hiking through the mountains, this place is a must-see this fall.

Have you ever visited Asheville in autumn? What did you think? Was it completely magical? Let us know in the comments below!

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