There are many shopping opportunities in western North Carolina — from large malls to quaint towns and villages. We’ve listed some of them below, including downtown Asheville, Biltmore Park Town Square, Biltmore Village, Black Mountain, Brevard, Chimney Rock, Hendersonville, Maggie Valley, and Waynesville. We’ve also provided directions, basic merchant information (with links to more extensive listings), and parking opportunities.

Asheville – Downtown

Location: Be sure to visit the historic Grove Arcade, Pack Square, Wall Street, Broadway, Lexington Avenue and Haywood Street.
Merchants: Retails shops, antique stores, arts and crafts galleries, farmers tailgate markets, restaurants, clothing, jewelry stores, and more. For more information on shopping in downtown Asheville click here.
Parking: Pay-parking is available on most streets. Pay-to-park garages are also available.

Biltmore Park

Location: South of Asheville, on I-26. From I-26, take exit 37 (Long Shoals Road). Biltmore Park Town Square is immediately off the exit, on east side of highway.
Merchants: Hotel, restaurants, movie theater, YMCA, national retailers (REI, Barnes & Noble), local boutiques, salons, medical facilities, and professional offices. For more information on Biltmore Park shopping click here.
Parking: Free on-street parking, as well as public-parking garages.

Biltmore Village

Location: Biltmore Village is near the entrance to the Biltmore Estate and downtown Asheville, NC. From I-40, exit 50 (Biltmore Estate exit), head north on Highway 25 for approximately one-quarter mile.
Merchants: Galleries, restaurants, salons, antique shops, book stores, kitchen & bath, clothing, home accents, jewelry, children’s and more. For more info on shopping in historic Biltmore Village click here.
Parking: There is free parking available on the streets in Biltmore Village. Public parking is also available below the stores at 10 Brook Street. Enter the parking lot at 6 Brook Street.

Black Mountain

Location: From I-40 take exit 65 or exit 64 into Black Mountain.
Merchants: More than 40 shops and restaurants in a historic, quaint village setting, including the old Town Hardware store, art galleries, craft shops, and more. For more info on shopping in Black Mountain click here.
Parking: Free parking on each street, as well as public parking lots.

Brevard

Location: From I-26 take exit 40 onto Rt. 280 toward the Asheville Regional Airport. Continue on Rt. 280/U.S. 276 for 19 miles into downtown Brevard.
Merchants: Restaurants, antique stores, gift shops, art galleries, toy store, movie theater, clothing stores, furniture stores, salons, and more. For more info on shopping in historic Brevard click here.
Parking: Free parking on all streets.

Chimney Rock – Lake Lure

Location: From Asheville, take I-26 east to Exit #49A (Bat Cave and Highway 64 East). Stay on 64 east for 18 miles to the village of Chimney Rock.
Merchants: An eclectic mix of locally-owned shops and specialty boutiques, including hiking gear, outdoor wear, antiques, and mountain crafts. For more info on shopping in Chimney Rock and Lake Lure click here.
Parking: Free parking on all streets.

Hendersonville

Location: From Asheville, take I-26 east to Exit #49B toward Hendersonville for approximately 2.5 miles into Hendersonville.
Merchants: Many restaurants; retailers offering camping supplies, bicycles, art, crafts, jewelry, candy, ice cream, books, clothing, shoes, antiques, furniture, and more. For additional info on shopping in Hendersonville click here.
Parking: Free parking on all streets.

Maggie Valley

Location: From I-40 exit onto U.S.74 west to exit 103 onto U.S. 19 into Maggie Valley.
Merchants: Independent and locally owned shops, boutiques, and galleries, from antiques to pottery, crafts and keepsakes. For more info on shopping in Maggie Valley click here.
Parking: Free parking available on most streets.

Waynesville

Location: From I-40 take exit 27 toward Waynesville.
Merchants: A blend of art galleries, cafes, restaurants, and local shops. Tree lined sidewalks, historic buildings, relaxing benches, and the quaint charm of a historic town. Find kitchenware, clothing, art, crafts, antiques, home furnishings, and more. For more info on shopping in Waynesville click here.
Parking: Free parking on most streets. Pedestrian friendly.