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Biltmore Festival of Flowers in Asheville - North Carolina

The stunning Walled Garden at Biltmore Estate takes center stage during the annual spring Festival of Flowers.

The stunning Walled Garden at Biltmore Estate takes center stage during the annual spring Festival of Flowers.

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Biltmore Estate - Asheville, North Carolina
Spring is spectacular at Biltmore Estate where a breathtaking display of more than 100,000 tulips, daffodils, and hyacinths in the Walled Garden take center stage. The warming temperatures of the season are ideal for enjoying an array of special springtime activities and exploring the 8000 acres of this magnificent estate. Activity choices include float trips, carriage rides, horseback riding, off-road Land Rover adventures, kayaking, hiking and much more.

Biltmore's Enchanted Easter
On Easter Sunday, families are able to enjoy visits and photos with Peter Cottontail, magic shows, Easter egg hunts (registration required and be sure to take along a basket), music, crafts activities, the ever popular children's grape stomp and more. Read More about Enchanted Easter

Festival of Flowers at Biltmore Estate
From April 4 – May 17, 2009, Biltmore's Festival of Flowers features a wide variety of events for all ages including classical music performances, seminars on cooking, gardening, wine and more, plus children's activities including the popular annual grape stomping and many other activities.

Additional Trip Planning Information
A Guide to Visiting Biltmore
See Pictures of Biltmore Estate
Asheville Hotels
Biltmore Calendar of Events - Biltmore Web Site

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