NC garden among most beautiful in US. HGTV calls it ‘America’s most visited’

The “most beautiful” public garden in North Carolina can be found in Asheville, according to popular home improvement network HGTV.

The network named Biltmore Estate Gardens the top spot in the state to see stunning views and scenery in its August article, “The Most Beautiful Garden You Can Visit in Every State.”

“With 8,000 acres, America’s most visited garden surrounds the country’s largest private home,” Alexis Benveniste says of Biltmore. “The century-old walled garden transforms seasonally, while the bass pond offers reflective views of the Blue Ridge Mountains beyond.”

The Biltmore, located in Asheville, is the largest home in America, spanning 175,000 square feet with 35 bedrooms, 43 bathrooms, and 65 fireplaces. Every year, people from all over the world visit the estate to see the historic gardens, new exhibits, take behind-the-scenes tours and more.

When is Biltmore open?

Biltmore is open daily from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., while the conservatory, Italian Garden and Walled Garden are open from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Hours vary for the Biltmore House and for other attractions on the grounds.

What to do at Biltmore

Whether you’re making a day trip or planning an overnight stay, there are a wide variety of activities to do at the 250-room estate, including hiking, wine tastings, carriage rides, guided tours and more.

Biltmore was previously recognized in 2024 by TripAdvisor as part of its annual Travelers’ Choice “Best of the Best” Awards and as a top honeymoon destination by Decor Hint. In July, the estate was named by Travel + Leisure as the third-best resort in the South.

This story was originally published October 27, 2025 at 11:37 AM with the headline "NC garden among most beautiful in US. HGTV calls it ‘America’s most visited’."