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Top 5 Christmas activities for overnight guests
Posted 10/7/20
Updated 10/23/26
From the decked halls of Biltmore House to all that our lively Antler Hill Village & Winery have to offer, there’s so much to see and do during the holiday season at Biltmore. That’s why we’ve narrowed down some of our favorite Christmas activities to help you plan your visit.
Take a look at our top five Christmas activities for overnight guests on Biltmore Estate.
5. Relax with a horse-drawn carriage ride
Keep cozy with a horse-drawn carriage ride across the estate. Select either a private or group experience and escape the season’s hustle and bustle to enjoy our 8,000 acres of Blue Ridge Mountain wintertime beauty.
4. Shop for everyone on your list
From unique and inspiring Christmas decorations and locally crafted stocking stuffers to toys for the kids or award-winning Biltmore wines for your next holiday gathering, our exclusive estate shops truly offer something for everyone.
3. Dine in our four-star Dining Room
Nothing says “special occasion” quite like an evening meal in The Dining Room. Be sure to make reservations early so you can savor this award-winning culinary experience at the most exclusive restaurant on the estate.
2. Stroll through our illuminated village
As the sun begins to set, we invite you to discover our glittering holiday light display, including thousands of lights and oversized ornaments, in Antler Hill Village each evening throughout the holiday season.
1. Discover Biltmore at its most enchanting
Our annual Candlelight Christmas Evenings™ visits offer a rare glimpse into a more intimate side of America’s Largest Home® with soft candlelight, crackling fireplaces, and live music. Reserve your evening visit today and consider upgrading to an admission ticket that includes our exclusive 90-minute guided group tour inside Biltmore House for an extra special experience!
Stay overnight at one of our distinctive properties—The Inn on Biltmore Estate®, Village Hotel on Biltmore Estate®, or private Cottages on Biltmore Estate™—so you’ll have plenty of time to experience our top five Christmas activities and so much more!
