Biltmore Estate
The largest private residence in the United States, a French-style château built for the Vanderbilt family, with gardens, a winery, and farms.
Biltmore Estate was completed in 1895 by George Vanderbilt. The main house has 250 rooms and is styled after the châteaux of France's Loire Valley. It includes a library holding tens of thousands of books, a banquet hall, and an underground bowling alley. The gardens were designed by Frederick Law Olmsted, who also designed New York's Central Park. The estate also includes a winery, the Antler Hill Village, and many hiking trails. Tickets must be booked on the official website and cost about 80 to 150 US dollars, depending on the date. Plan to spend at least half a day, or a full day. Evening events on holidays require separate tickets.
Opening hours
Approx. 09:00–17:00 (hours vary by season)
Nearby sights
- Biltmore Village
- River Arts District
- South Slope Brewery District
- Asheville Art Museum
- Downtown Asheville & Pack Square
- Grove Arcade
- Basilica of St. Lawrence
- Thomas Wolfe Memorial