Biltmore Reopens November 2: Know Before You Go

It is with great joy and deepest gratitude we welcome you back to Biltmore. As the estate and our region continue to recover from Helene’s impacts, we ask that you review the following information as you make plans to join us.

 

Traveling to Asheville

Most roads are open, but if you will be coming in from areas west or north of Asheville, please be aware of the current status of I-40 and I-26:

  • I-40 is closed near the NC/TN border. Alternate routes add 40–75 minutes’ drive time.
  • I-26 is closed near the NC/TN border near Erwin, TN. Alternate route adds 10–30 minutes’ drive time.

For real-time traffic updates, road closure information, and alternate routes, please visit DriveNC.gov.

Temporary Road Closures

Getting Around On the Estate

You will see extensive Helene recovery efforts underway as you near the estate. Biltmore’s iconic Lodge Gate stands ready to welcome you, as do our estate teams, each of whom looks forward to sharing our signature gracious hospitality. We appreciate your patience with temporary estate detours as we continue to repair roads and clean up our wooded areas.

View Estate Road Map

Hours of Operation

The estate currently opens daily at 12 p.m. During this period of recovery, hours of operation will vary at estate shops, restaurants, and other locations. As you plan your day(s), please review our hours of operation.

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Visitor Information

Be sure to review our Visitor Information page for important guidance (such as our bag and cashless policies), helpful FAQs (what to wear, prohibited items, pets, etc.), and more to make your visit a smooth and enjoyable one.

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Outdoor Experiences

Because our wooded areas require continued cleanup and are not yet safe for your use, estate trails will remain closed, and our Outdoor Adventure Center is currently closed. Despite these temporary closures and limitations, there are still plenty of things to do.

Things to Do

Amid fall color, this new arrival to the Front Lawn of Biltmore House signals the November 2 arrival of our beloved Christmas at Biltmore season. Photo taken October 28, 2024.

In the Walled Garden, Biltmore’s grand glass-ceilinged Conservatory awaits your exploration. Photo taken October 28, 2024.

Biltmore’s award-winning Winery, located in Antler Hill Village, stands ready to welcome guests for the holidays. Photo taken October 28, 2024.

Near Cedric’s® Tavern in Antler Hill Village, crisp fall colors compliment bronze statues of the Vanderbilts’ daughter Cornelia and the pup for whom the pub is named. Photo taken October 28, 2024.

Biltmore’s four-star Inn peeks through the trees at the Creamery in Antler Hill Village. Photo taken October 28, 2024.

Asheville Area Reopening

Learn more about our beloved Asheville community’s ongoing recovery, including the good news about the status of Downtown Asheville’s infrastructure, and the city’s ability to safely reopen many of its shops, restaurants, and music venues.

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