Make the Most of Your Estate Visit
There's more to Biltmore than you may realize. Come early and enjoy all of what Biltmore has to offer. If you're visiting on a busy day and have a reserved house entry time, be sure to make time for more than a house visit. Here are some ideas.
Morning Biltmore House Entry Time
Biltmore House > Gardens > Winery > River Bend Farm
Start your morning with a coffee and pastry from the Biltmore Bake Shop located next to Biltmore House; you'll get a chance to take in the stunning beauty of the estate and relax before your reserved house entry time and you'll be right next to the house, so no need to hurry around.
Make your way to the house door about 5 minutes before your reserved entry time. Enjoy your journey through Biltmore House. What a way to begin the day!
Next, explore our gardens. Designed by Frederick Law Olmsted (famed Central Park creator), our gardens were just named one of the Top Ten Botanical Gardens in the World by Travel + Leisure.
The estate is yours to enjoy for the rest of the day. Savor lunch at any of our fabulous restaurants. Take a tour of our winery and enjoy complimentary wine tastings.
Get outdoors with one of our outdoor activities; stop by River Bend Farm for a look into the past lives of people who worked on the estate during George Vanderbilt's time. Moreover, remember to make some time to visit our one-of-a-kind shops.
Midday Biltmore House Entry Time
Gardens > Biltmore House > Winery > River Bend Farm
Take advantage of the cool gardens in the morning. Discover why our stunning gardens have been included in the Top Ten Botanical Gardens of the World by Travel + Leisure.
Enjoy lunch at the Stable Café, located next to Biltmore House. In addition, make time to visit our unique shops.
Head for the grand Biltmore House next. Arrive at the door at least 5 minutes before your reserved entry time.
Next, tour America's most-visited winery and enjoy complimentary tastings. Be sure to stop by the Bistro or Arbor Grill at the winery for a relaxing dinner.
Before you leave, visit our River Bend Farm for a walk through our kitchen garden and a glimpse into the stories of people who have lived and worked on the estate.
Afternoon Biltmore House Entry Time
River Bend Farm > Winery > Gardens > Biltmore House
Start where the foundation of Biltmore's story unfolds at River Bend Farm. Explore this breathtaking farm that served as the social and work center for people who lived and worked on the estate during George Vanderbilt's day.
Next, enjoy a tour of our winery, complete with complimentary tastings. Make time for some great shopping at the winery and lunch at the Bistro, Arbor Grill, or Deerpark Restaurant.
Then, on to the grand gardens surrounding Biltmore House.
Now, discover the wonder of Biltmore House, George and Edith Vanderbilt's magnificent home, filled with priceless artwork and antiques.
End your visit with great shopping at our Stable area shops or Gate House.