Biltmore Unlocked: Your Annual Pass Is The Key! Posted on March 5, 2025 at 10:00 am.Written by Jean Sexton Becoming an Annual Passholder is the key to unlocking the best of Biltmore—but don’t take our word for it. Here’s what real Passholders have to say about what it’s like being a member! Spectacular views like this from the South Terrace are just one way to enjoy Biltmore. With an Annual Pass, you can visit as often as you like in every season. Give yourself access to our 8,000-acre oasis 🗝️ “I use mine for the pet-friendly many miles of hiking trails! I enjoy the food, wine and the farm animals. Music on the lawn is a huge plus not to mention the friendly staff of Biltmore!” – Tonya S., Passholder As a member of our Annual Passholder family, you can visit as often as you like, bring friends and family along, and enjoy exclusive perks that make every trip even more special. Picture yourself in the midst of breathtaking gardens designed by Frederick Law Olmsted or exploring the opulent rooms of America’s Largest Home®—the possibilities are endless. With your Pass in hand, you’ll have FREE daytime access to the house and gardens of this iconic estate as you soak up the grandeur and grace of a bygone era as often as you’d like. Passholders (and their pups!) enjoy our late-summer swathe of sunflowers along the road to Antler Hill Village. Perks of being a Passholder 🙌 “I love my Annual Pass – it’s my Christmas present to myself. I use it mostly to drive the loop around the property; sometimes I park and walk the gardens, most times I park and go to the shops and winery. I also use it when friends are in town so we can get discounts on entry fees and special attraction tickets.” – Stacy S., Passholder Time well spent—on your own or with those you love—is priceless. An Annual Pass is a smart investment that pays for itself in as few as two visits, giving you access to Biltmore House & Gardens, Antler Hill Village & Winery, our 8,000-acre Blue Ridge Mountain backyard, and more. Access benefits Bring your kids 16 and younger with you for FREE. Bring friends with you to Antler Hill Village & Winery after 4 p.m. to enjoy the Wine Bar, live music, and other delights. Purchase discounted tickets to share with others. Save on new exhibitions and select events. Wining and dining benefits Preferred pricing at estate restaurants, premium wine tastings, and the Winery. Join the Vanderbilt Wine Club®—your Pass amplifies your opportunities to enjoy the experience, including access to our members-only lounge. See the full list of Passholder benefits. Enjoy miles of biking and hiking trails, from flat easy stretches along the French Broad River to more challenging terrain options. Visit, wander, relax, and repeat! 🗺️ “Love my annual pass. I use the mountain biking trails quite a bit!” – Kimberly S., Passholder Live nearby? Biltmore is perfect for a day trip or weekend escape, especially in different seasons. Flying in? With direct flights to Asheville from Colorado, Florida, Texas, and more, it’s easy to visit Biltmore multiple times a year. With more than 22 miles of private trails to explore, ever-changing gardens and grounds, and new memories to be made around every corner, you’ll WANT to return time and time again, even if you’re local to the greater Asheville area! Biltmore’s mission of preservation ranges from large-scale projects to tiny details, like restoring the hand-painted flowers on a ceramic stove in the Chimney Room of Biltmore House. Meaningful membership: your connection to history 📖 “I use it to help fund preservation and restoration of the House and grounds. I live too far away to visit often. But I enjoy knowing I *can* visit as often as I like. If I don’t make it there every year, my money is supporting a beautiful and important bit of architecture and history.” – Angela P., Passholder Beyond the perks, Passholders play a role in preserving this historic estate for future generations. Being a Passholder supports Biltmore’s mission of preservation and helps protect our designation as a National Historic Landmark. Join us to celebrate the 40th anniversary of Biltmore Winery this year! Celebrate our milestones in 2025 🥂 “We love ours for all the discounts it gives on the estate for just about everything plus the opportunity to buy tickets to current exhibits without needing the full 2-day pass. This thing just about pays for itself if you visit the estate two or more times a year.” – Kayce H., Passholder This year is extra special as we celebrate some memorable milestones, including our 130th anniversary of welcoming guests just like you to experience all that Biltmore offers with gracious hospitality. We’re also raising a glass to four decades of Biltmore wines—our estate winery opened 40 years ago, and we’re delighted to share the fruits of our labor with you! As an Annual Passholder, you can bring your own children 16 and younger with you–for FREE–to enjoy the estate, including our Christmas at Biltmore daytime celebration and the illumination of Antler Hill Village. Ready to make Biltmore your own? “The estate is more than just a destination—it’s a timeless place that remains fresh and inviting, no matter how often you return. The magic of Biltmore isn’t just in a single visit—it’s in the way it changes with the seasons and offers something new every time.” – Kim R., an Annual Passholder for more than 15 years. Become a Biltmore Annual Passholder now and enjoy more access, more perks—including special savings on our Tutankham: His Tomb and His Treasures exhibition and tickets for Candlelight Christmas Evenings—and more unforgettable moments. Visit more, share more, and experience more with your Annual Pass. PS: If you’re a current Annual Passholder, be sure to use your special hashtag #BiltmorePassholder and tag our official accounts to share your Biltmore memories with others on social!