Pack Square
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242 reviews
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E6959QEanthonys
34 contributions
Nov 2022
Sat at bar, good service & pub food. Truffle fries were good and my Bison Burger was excellent. Salads are large.
Written November 30, 2022
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HMS
Pembroke, NC178 contributions
Aug 2022 • Friends
Best place we ate at in Asheville. Salad was fresh and the buttermilk dill dressing was great. Steak and potatoes cooked perfect. Pasta and chicken dishwas good.
Written August 25, 2022
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BentleyBoy
Central Florida, FL893 contributions
Jun 2022
Despite 1 negative review I read here, I didn't see any 'filth". Homeless people are part of life now. You simply give them a buck or 2 and move-on. I found the entire Historical Downtown Area fascinating, filled with interesting people and great shops/ restaurants. I simply parked my Sprinter RV curbside, in a handicapped zone, and rode my e-Bike all through it for hours. Stopping for lunch (Sushi) and shopping at all the cool Hippie-Style Boutiques and Galleries. There's even one Hippie Shop where they specialize in Tie-Dyed Clothing & T-Shirts and Memorability dedicated to 'The Dude' from "The Big Lobowski" movie. Had already seen the Riverfront Area previously so, I concentrated on the Downtown culminating my journey at Pack Park. Very peaceful. "The Dude Abides"...
Written July 10, 2022
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D K
13 contributions
Sep 2021
Visited on 9/12/2021. Area is filled with vagrants. People are begging for doggy bags or money. The place is absolutely filthy!! In the adjacent areas are needle collection bins, un-eaten food, beer cans and cigarette butts. I would stay (5) blocks from this area unless this is ok with you!
Written September 14, 2021
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Jessica R
Durham, North Carolina, United States11 contributions
Sep 2021
Lively area, lots of foot traffic & interesting characters. Great restaurants, including the Noodle Shop.
Written September 11, 2021
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ZenHealer7
Asheville, NC2,404 contributions
Jul 2021
The hallmark of this place is the hordes of homeless people who squat here and in the surrounding areas, and Asheville is quite famous and proud of its homeless population. The entire square looks a bit shabby and is desperate need of a facelift.
Written July 28, 2021
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tailsock
Raleigh, NC694 contributions
Oct 2020
Pack Square is quite simply the still beating heart of Asheville. It really is their version of Trafalgar Square. It's a place to relax, people watch, grab dinner, dessert, have a coffee on a bench, or bask in the sun. There are a few monuments and art sculptures on one side with cafes and restaurants on the other. From here you can view several examples of architecture that helps define Asheville. The square is slowly and steadily dominated by hipsters the closer it gets to sundown. It's not uncommon to see a Pedal Pub/Beer Bike go by. There are BLM messages alongside messages of love and some anti-police rhetoric on the sidewalk. Families and old couples wearing masks are long gone by then. There were a few homeless lingering around the benches so exercise caution. Check out nearby French Broad Chocolate Lounge for a slice of cake and maybe a cappuccino. We went in early October and the leaves were turning a beautiful yellow as the sun faded. Just a great place to be.
Written October 13, 2020
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podrozniczka60
New Jersey14,703 contributions
Mar 2020
This is a family friendly park.Great place to relax.
There is a Veterans’ Memorial which stands near the courthouse at the northeast corner of the park.
The place must be even more lively during on of many events that take place here.
There is a Veterans’ Memorial which stands near the courthouse at the northeast corner of the park.
The place must be even more lively during on of many events that take place here.
Written March 18, 2020
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margie
Virginia Beach, VA12 contributions
Feb 2020
the French Broad chocolate lounge is the place to go for your chocolate cravings and sweet tooth, I would suggest go for dinner at Packs tavern first make sure to leave room for (great food and service) then take the short about two block walk to the french broad for dessert
Written March 10, 2020
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Jake
Asheville, NC44 contributions
Dec 2019
Nice park like setting downtown. Close to a variety of restaurants and beer tasting spots. Usually a variety of different things going on on different days. A good place to catch a free concert or some mid day sun and sky.
Written February 8, 2020
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When do the outdoor concerts start
Rod D
Weaverville, NC135 contributions
Shindig on the Green (mountain music, dance, etc.) starts Sat. July 1, about 7 - 10. Happens every Sat night through August. Event is in its 50th year.
There are often other events in Pack Square and adjacent Park. I suggest you check out ExploreAsheville website. It will probably have a pretty good schedule of what is happening in the area, including Pack Square.
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- According to Tripadvisor travelers, these are the best ways to experience Pack Square:
- Asheville Night-Time Walking Ghost Tour (From $28.95)
- Asheville Insider Guided Walking Tour (From $30.00)
- Downtown Asheville Tip-Based Sightseeing Walking Tour (From $5.00)
- Asheville Scavenger Hunt: Downtown Asheville Adventure (From $12.38)
- Asheville Hop-On Hop-Off Sightseeing Trolley Tour (2-Day Pass) (From $37.00)
- Hotels near Pack Square:
- (0.02 mi) AC Hotel by Marriott Asheville Downtown
- (0.02 mi) Mountain Day Dream | 10th floor Luxury Condo in Downtown, Mountain View
- (0.02 mi) Southern Exposure | 10th floor Luxury Condo in Downtown, Mountain View
- (0.03 mi) Mountain Serenity | 10th floor Luxury Condo in Downtown, Mountain View
- (0.03 mi) Panoramic Pack Square | 10th floor Luxury Condo with views of Pack Square Park
- Restaurants near Pack Square:
- (0.01 mi) Green Sage Cafe
- (0.02 mi) Bun Intended
- (0.02 mi) Capella on 9
- (0.02 mi) Bargello
- (0.02 mi) Suwana's Thai Orchid
- Attractions near Pack Square:
- (0.03 mi) Smokey's Tavern Afterdark
- (0.04 mi) Urban Trail
- (0.04 mi) Craggy Gardens
- (0.05 mi) Blue Ridge Hiking Company
- (0.05 mi) Asheville by Foot - Walking Tours