Biltmore Estate

  • (866) 779-6293
  • One Lodge Street, Asheville, NC 28803
  • www.biltmore.com

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Biltmore Estate

As America’s Largest Home, Biltmore House has captured the imagination of millions with its sheer size – the square footage of four football fields – the 35 bedrooms, the 43 bathrooms, and a full-sized swimming pool in the basement. Outside, explore acres of beautiful gardens and grounds. George Vanderbilt’s dream lives on as one of western North Carolina’s rarest treasures.

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What you need to know
  • Book all admissions through Xplorie for $5 discount per ticket.
  • Hours of Operation:  9:30 AM – 4:00 PM Sunday – Thursday. 9:30 AM – 6:00 PM Friday and Saturday.
  • The last tour entrance is 1 hour before closing.
  • Arrive at Biltmore House at least 15 minutes prior to your reserved house entry time.
  • Allow for the 45 minutes of drive time between the Admissions Gate, or any other estate location, and Biltmore House.
  • Please note, arriving at the Biltmore house more than 30 minutes past your assigned time and your ticket cannot be honored.
  • Dress comfortably and expect 2 hours to tour the Biltmore House.
  • The first two floors of the Biltmore house are fully wheelchair accessible.
  • There are four specialty gift shops with items such as toys, books, & Christmas items.
  • There are four dining options nearby such as the Courtyard Market, the Sable Cafe, The Bake Shop, and the Ice cream Parlor.

Your estate admission includes:

  • Daytime visit to Biltmore House with an Audio Guide
  • 8,000 Acres of Gardens and Grounds
  • Antler Hill Village & Winery
  • Complimentary wine tastings at the Winery
  • Complimentary parking

Bags and Backpacks:

  • Storage Lockers are available complimentary for guests.
  • Guests may bring a personal bag no larger than 19″ x 14″ x 9″ into Biltmore House.
  • If your bag does not meet these requirements, please leave it in your vehicle or ask about storage options. Exceptions will be made for medical items after inspection.
  • Backpacks are not allowed on any guided tours, including Rooftop, Backstairs, Exclusive, and Expert-Guided tours.
  • Guests are required to leave backpacks in a locker or in their vehicle.
  • Biltmore reserves the right to refuse admission for any bag, parcel, or other items.
  • Weapons are prohibited.
  • Law enforcement officers are not exempt unless coordinated and approved in advance by Biltmore’s Director of Security & Police Operations.
Pricing
  • Day Time Passes: 
    • Adults (17+): Starting at $79 & up
    • Youth (ages 10-16): Starting at $27 & up

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