2008 Biltmore Visit Planner

B I LT M O R E I N S I D E R : T I P S SAVE BY BUYING TICKETS IN ADVANCE FOR OUR GUESTS BUY A TWELVE–MONTH PASS Reap the benefits of 365 days of Biltmore by purchasing a pass or upgrading your admission on the day of your visit. For a full list of benefits, see biltmore.com/pass. • One year of unlimited daytime access to the estate • Discounts on estate shopping and dining • Discounted tickets for Summer Evening Concerts and Candlelight Christmas Evenings • Discounted room rates at the Inn on Biltmore Estate on select dates When you share Biltmore with family and friends, you also receive: • Free admission for guests ages 16 and under • Discounted daytime admission for your guests • Dinner reservations at estate restaurants after 5:00 P.M. Purchase tickets online at biltmore.com and save time as well as money—no waiting at the Welcome Center once you arrive. You can also book getaway packages online to make your visit even smoother. CHECK OUR OPERATING HOURS Biltmore opens at 8:30 A.M. daily April through December and at 9:00 A.M. January through March. Closing hours vary; check biltmore.com for our summer schedule and special hours for Thanksgiving and Christmas Days. KNOW THE BUSY DAYS Saturdays in April, October, November, and December are popular times to visit. Other busy days include Memorial Day, July 4th, and Labor Day weekends, in addition to days right after Thanksgiving and Christmas. DRIVE YOUR CAR Biltmore covers over 8,000 acres—enough said! BRING YOUR RV Check with our parking hosts for directions to specific RV parking areas. DRESS IN LAYERS Mountain weather can be unpredictable; wear layers and bring a raincoat. Comfortable walking shoes are a must. ASK ABOUT FACILITIES FOR GUESTS WITH MOBILITY ISSUES Specially priced admission is available at the Welcome Center, and parking hosts can provide assistance and directions to drop-off and parking areas. THE PERFECT LOCATION FOR GROUPS AND MEETINGS Give your group or organization the wonders of America’s largest home! From ticket discounts for groups of 20 or more to exclusive executive retreats, our Group Sales professionals can plan memorable experiences. Visit biltmore.com/groups for more information. The estate is magnificent and beautiful; the vastness of it just goes on and on. – Ruth W., Northern Ireland 7 800-411-3807 • BILTMORE.COM http://biltmore.com http://biltmore.com/pass http://biltmore.com http://biltmore.com/groups http://BILTMORE.COM

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Getting Here Planning Your Visit New This Year Insider Tips Biltmore House Gardens Winery River Bend Farm Specialty Tours and Outdoor Activities Dining Shopping Lodging Special Events Calendar

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