This North Carolina City Named Best Beer City In The Country

A North Carolina city has been named to the "Best Beer City" in the country list. USA Today announced the "Best Beer City" list as part of its "10 Best Readers Choice 2023" awards. Asheville North Carolina was on the list! The article adds this about Asheville. The “Paris of the South” offers an impressive number of breweries, friendly beer bars (Thirsty Monk, The Bywater), and bottle shops (Appalachian Vintner) that provide enthusiasts with easy access to more than 100 local beers. First-time visitors often start out at Wicked Weed’s comprehensive brewpub, and adventurous types make a beeline for the brewery’s “Funkatorium,” where sour and funky beers are served.

Mmmmm Wicked Weed! One of many favs! If you head up to the Ashville area make sure you grab a brewery tour. It's well worth your time. I loved the Sierra Nevada tour.

Grand Rapids, Michigan was once again voted the Best Beer City in the U.S. for the third year in a row. USA Today touts "The city's official 'Beer City Ale Trail' lists more than 80 breweries in the surrounding area, and the local calendar is constantly filled with beer festivals, events, and promotions."

The rest of the top 10 are:

Check out the full report here.

Planning a trip to Asheville this year? Enjoy a trip to Asheville and experience some of the best views in North Carolina. Stuck between two great wonders, the Blue Ridge Mountains and the French Broad River. This beautiful city will give you and the family a great time enjoying tons of attractions.

Attractions of America released a list of 10 tourist attractions in Asheville, North Carolina. You'll love the parks, the mountain views, and the downtown fun. Visitors will get the chance to visit museums, exhibitions, and the largest estate there is to see in North Carolina. Sit back, relax, and grab that pen and paper. You will want to keep this list ready when you are planning your trip to Asheville. Check out the top 10 tourist attractions in Asheville for your next weekend getaway.

Visit the River Arts District which involves 22 old commercial and vintage structures to enjoy. Walk around the area to meet specialists and appreciate the works of the craftsmen producing pottery, painting, weaving, and more!

Enjoy workshops and shows at the Folk Art Center this summer to help highlight some of the artistic ways. They are highlighting crafting materials including: glass, fiber, and mud.

Enjoy some exercising or take a stroll through the Pisgah National Forest. There are miles of trails, waterfalls, ponds, and tons of nature to enjoy. This park is one of the principal national parks in the nation and when you are in Asheville it'll be your chance to visit.

Visit the center where the arts, education, and entertainment meet and connect together for the community. The Pack Place Education, Arts, and Science Center downtown complex includes The Asheville Art Museum, The Colburn Earth Science Museum, The Diana Wortham Theatre, The Health Adventure, and the  YMI Cultural Center.

Everyone loves a good trip Downtown. Visit Downtown Asheville and check out amazing sights of art, great food, local shops, and connect with the locals and other tourists on the streets.

This unique granite formation shoots up over 2,000 feet for tourists and locals to enjoy. Experience Chimney Rock State Park all from the top of the mountain via an elevator and capture this iconic moment. Nearby is Hickory Nut Falls Trail which will give you the chance to see the 404 ft. waterfall.

Switch up the views and visit the Asheville Urban Trail in Downtown. Downtown is a uniquely crafted urban trail with attractions to share the story of the city. There are 30 stops in total on a 1.7 mile path throughout the streets that will help you learn the rich history of Asheville.

Nature lovers will enjoy a trip to the North Carolina Arboretum. There are over 65 acres of gardens, plus an extra 10 miles of trails outside with even more views.

If you are planning a trip to Asheville, then the Biltmore Estate is one of the MUST SEE attractions while you are there. Over 8,000 acres to explore and experience during a visit. It is one of the biggest privately-owned mansions in the nation.

The #1 must visit attraction is the Appalachian Trail! Over 300 miles of trails reside within North Carolina and the best parts you get to experience in Asheville. Here you will have the chance to reach over 6,000 feet high views!