35 Cool Mountain Small Towns near Asheville

Beautiful downtown Sylva, NC, on a busy Saturday filled with food and beer tastings. Written by Romantic Asheville

Beautiful downtown Sylva, NC, on a busy Saturday filled with food and beer tastings. Written by Romantic Asheville

We love exploring our cool small towns nestled in the Blue Ridge Mountains in western North Carolina, filled with historic buildings with a mix of longtime family operated stores and restaurants, along with new galleries and trendy shops. Each town has its own personality and many things to do. Meet some local folks and experience a leisurely day of exploration, just like Mayberry. Your first stop should be the town's Visitor Center to chat with locals. They will help you plan the perfect visit to match your interests.

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