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The Biltmore Estate

Historic and Protected Site and Garden
Asheville
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    "Audio tour is free with house tour ticket this time of the year."(25 Tips)
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    "Have lunch at the Stable Cafe!! Awesome food."(4 Tips)
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  • Sal S.heart icon on user image
    Sal ScaliaMarch 29, 2016
    Come during cooler months because you will walk 6 to 8 miles if you tour the mansion and gardens. Photography is allowed but only with no flash. Wine tasting is included with your mansion tour ticket.
  • Wanna See It Allheart icon on user image
    Wanna See It AllJune 27, 2013
    Its great to check out once. Kinda expensive, amusement park prices. Make their own beer & wine. They do offer audio tours for added price ~ worth it. Basement level was our fav part of house
  • This Is My South
    This Is My SouthSeptember 6, 2014
    Splurge on a tour of the house, which includes the grounds, winery and Antler Village. Tastings at the winery are free with entry. Buy tickets in advance to avoid a line. Read more
  • Liz T.heart icon on user image
    Liz TanMay 11, 2017
    Really wonderful place to wander around. It can get crowded, so be prepared to be patient. Also note the time on your ticket because we didn't and ended up having to wait 1hr before entry.
  • Danny B.heart icon on user image
    Danny BolesJanuary 7, 2022
    You can spend an entire month here and still leave feeling like you haven't seen it all... it's absolutely beautiful, in every season. Pro-Tip: Get the behind-the-scenes tour.
  • Kingsley Y.
    Kingsley YoungerJanuary 15, 2015
    They do farm to dining at their (at least) five restaurants at this estate that is opened to the public. Try the lamb salad with grilled plums as featured on Chuck's Eat the Streets.
  • Chelsea S.
    Chelsea SanzSeptember 19, 2014
    This place is spectacular. A true foodie heaven! Check out this article about their full food history and current offerings: http://www.katom.com/blog/biltmore-estate-raising-culinary-bar-since-1895/
  • Kristinheart icon on user image
    KristinAugust 27, 2016
    Been here 5+ times
    Take the rooftop tour. Amazing views of the property and you get to see the original architectural model of the house.
  • Jacobo G.heart icon on user image
    Jacobo GómezSeptember 1, 2020
    Absolutely worth the (very) expensive tickets. Book ahead of time and spend at lest half a day exploring.
  • David H.heart icon on user image
    David HosmerSeptember 15, 2015
    Do the audio tour. Completely worth it and way more info than the brochure. About 2 hours. Also make sure to go to the beautiful gardens down the hill to the left of the estate.
  • Misty D.heart icon on user image
    Misty DoaneApril 19, 2017
    If you are a beer conesieur, stop in the pub. The 🍺 is great! Beautiful greenhouse filled with every plant! The house was stunning!
  • Sabrina A.heart icon on user image
    Sabrina AlemanMay 14, 2017
    If you want to save a little bit of money, get one audio tour and have one person designated as the "tour guide". The house is stroller friendly, with stroller parking & an elevator
  • Maria U.
    Maria UchidaJanuary 28, 2014
    Going on a snowy Tuesday was a brilliant idea. We were only two of 263 people on the estate- felt like we had the whole house to ourselves! Would definitely recommend going on a low volume day!
  • Anthony D.heart icon on user image
    Anthony DuranAugust 11, 2015
    The front lawn, the gardens, the trails, the farm animals and the wine! Ask for Jennifer as your Somme, she's the coolest! And Amber does a great job with the animals!
  • Alix R.heart icon on user image
    Alix RecordFebruary 5, 2016
    You could easily do two days here. Make sure to come early and get ready to walk a lot. It's fun and beautiful.
  • Michelle C.
    Michelle CristFebruary 25, 2014
    Loved it, the staff was excellent. Took the audio tour, but it was so nice to be able to talk to the ladies in the rooms and get more information, if I were interested.
  • Jordan C.heart icon on user image
    Jordan CheekApril 22, 2014
    Upgrade to a 12 month pass, Great Discounts! Also check out the bonus tours! Architects tour takes you on the roof, Friends & Family Tour is great to learn new stories!
  • Tyler L.
    Tyler LynchSeptember 5, 2012
    The audio tour is a must. Be sure to visit the Stable Cafe as they have adult beverages. Ask about the sangria specials as they were only $5. Everything is so affordable at the estate.
  • Lisa S.heart icon on user image
    Lisa SchneiderJuly 28, 2015
    It's one of the most beautiful places in our country! It's so much better for couples, can be romantic. If you can, leave the kids at home 😉
  • Phyllis B.heart icon on user image
    Phyllis BoxNovember 12, 2019
    Wear comfy shoes! Buy your audio tour w your ticket & reserve time ahead. Less crowded M-TH best time to visit!!
  • Colin L.
    Colin LordSeptember 20, 2018
    If you're coming on a crowded day, it's better to park in the lots that require a short walk. The walk is shady and generally flat...and you won't have to worry about waiting for the shuttle.
  • Ron B.
    Ron BrindleOctober 6, 2012
    Wear comfortable shoes. Use the bathroom BEFORE you start the tour. Note to guys: You should eat something to take the edge off your appetite. And don't complain. This stuff makes her happy.
  • Raymond F.
    Raymond FrostJune 7, 2014
    Take the tour it is worth the money, also go take a stroll through the gardens they are spectacular. Largest home in America does not disappoint with over 200 rooms
  • Jamesheart icon on user image
    JamesSeptember 21, 2018
    If he had been able to sell all of his assets at full market value, at the moment of his death, Cornelius Vanderbilt would have taken $1 out of every $20 in circulation.
  • Tom G.heart icon on user image
    Tom GregoireJuly 5, 2017
    Get there early. Crowds start around 10:00 and house is not air conditioned. Pack a lunch because you could be there all day with so many things to see and do.
  • Jacki F.
    Jacki ForoughiMarch 4, 2012
    I 1st did the tour w/o the audio tore & the second time I got the audio & it made the tour a lot more enjoyable and you get a lot of great information beyond the house tour guide. Worth the extra $10
  • Charles W.
    Charles WikeApril 6, 2019
    Buy tickets online, get free audio tour; enter after 4pm, tickets are good for next day too!
  • Ian B.heart icon on user image
    Ian BannermanJune 4, 2017
    The audio tour is well worth it!! They basically hand you a banana phone to listen to as you walk around. Concise & interesting the whole way.
  • Joe Y.
    Joe Y.May 22, 2014
    Great self guided tour of house and grounds. Get here early to avoid large crowds and bottlenecks on the tour!
  • Brian F.
    Brian FinnJanuary 17, 2012
    You must see this French chateau-style mansion in person...it will blow your mind. We chose to experience it at our own pace - no tour guide or audio tour. Try to go spring/early summer.
  • Cicely L.heart icon on user image
    Cicely LDecember 29, 2015
    So much fun! First time visiting at Christmas and it did not disappoint. Absolutely beautiful. Favorite room was the breakfast room.
  • Jessi P.
    Jessi PearsonOctober 12, 2011
    Go during the day in Fall to see the leaves and the Fall garens. If you go at Christmas, do the candle light night tour! All the fireplaces are burning in the house and the whole house is decorated!
  • Heather L.heart icon on user image
    Heather LaubeAugust 18, 2017
    Leave yourself time to walk in the gardens and around the estate. Beautiful.
  • Seth G.
    Seth GeeDecember 12, 2012
    The Land Rover experience is great. It is a mix between showcasing the vehicle and teaching different 4x4 techniques. I learned a lot. I recommend the 2 hour class.
  • Kingsley Y.
    Kingsley YoungerJanuary 15, 2015
    Biltmore Estate was home to the biggest house when it was built many years ago in 1966. It had boasts one of the first experiments on sustainable agriculture.
  • Arlene M.heart icon on user image
    Arlene MartinAugust 11, 2016
    Always love visiting the Biltmore Estate! There are 2 hotels on the property,restaurants,winery, shopping area,so many outdoor activities! It's great for family weekends & holidays are wonderful.
  • April S.
    April SadowskiMarch 31, 2019
    It’s worth taking a tour. The premium one can get you into every area!
  • Ben V.heart icon on user image
    Ben VJanuary 10, 2016
    Enjoy the estate, but don't miss the Village outside of the gates. Delicious bakeries, unique stores, and eclectic selections.
  • God D.
    God DessJuly 1, 2012
    Pricy, look for coupon code online. $60. But you can get it for $42. 7 day adv purchase or find coupon code. $15. Valet was worth it in the heat! Only bad thing was website crashed during purchase
  • Kristinheart icon on user image
    KristinMarch 1, 2013
    Been here 5+ times
    Come in right before 3:30 when they admit the last guests for the day. Your self-guided tour will be less crowded and you can take more time lingering.
  • Serena S.
    Serena SimmonsDecember 9, 2010
    Take the audio tour. Well worth the $10 to guide you through the house and explain the different rooms. Perfect place to take a break is before you go to the basement. Need to return to audio by 4:30.
  • R S.
    R SimmonsSeptember 11, 2011
    Been here 5+ times
    Buy a season pass so worth it. The Behind the Scene tours are awesome, as well as the vanilla ice cream at the Creamery in Antler Hill Village. Don't miss the Tiffany exhibit as well.
  • Theodore K.
    Theodore KimDecember 1, 2011
    Spectacular castle, er, mansion. The tour is pricey, but well worth it. And don't forget to explore the beautiful grounds. And bring your camera. Photo ops galore.
  • Angela T.
    Angela TrumbaturiJuly 23, 2014
    Do the audio tour. WELL worth the $10 extra bucks. Filled with stories you won't hear otherwise.
  • Kelly K.
    Kelly KarmazinJanuary 25, 2011
    The house was amazing, its a must see!!! However their shuttle service left us outside the house in the rain, drove right by us, didn't ask us if we would have liked a lift back to our car!!!
  • @sloane
    @sloaneMay 28, 2011
    Each ticket is good for two days! You'll need it, take advantage and go once for the house and once for the grounds/garden!
  • Chris S.
    Chris ShermanJuly 14, 2013
    Make sure you look up... Most people don't look up when they explore and will miss some of the most ornate parts of the home.
  • Emily F.heart icon on user image
    Emily FlemingDecember 8, 2015
    Fantastic! I've seen it on the off season, but the decorations for the Holidays is breathtaking. A definite A+++
  • John B.heart icon on user image
    John BuckNovember 10, 2020
    Absolutely beautiful! Magical, exquisite home. Friendly staff, and gorgeous grounds
  • Richheart icon on user image
    RichDecember 16, 2015
    If you enjoy the house and can go back again within a year. Get a season pass. It will be well worth it.
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