Asheville Tourists Baseball at HomeTrust Park

Minor-league baseball in a 1924 hillside ballpark

⏱ 3 hours👤 All ages$

Why go: this is baseball on a human scale. The seats are close, the staff are friendly, the mascot and between-inning games keep children busy and the sunset over the foothills is as good a reason to come as the score. Even non-fans enjoy an evening here, and the ballpark's history gives it a sense of place.

Making the most of it: buy tickets online ahead of time for weekend games and fireworks nights. Arrive early to find parking or ride the courtesy trolley that runs before first pitch from a downtown garage. Wear sunscreen and a hat for day games and bring layers for cool spring evenings. Remember that the hill is steep, so wear comfortable shoes. Group areas and party decks are available for birthdays and office outings.

The game-day experience: expect a family-friendly evening with promotions, between-inning contests and the occasional fireworks night. Seats are close enough to hear the crack of the bat, and the pace of a minor-league game is relaxed, so children can wander the concourse and adults can talk. Food lines move quickly, and local beer is a draw for many fans. Because the park is on a hill, the sun sets behind the stands in some sections, so choose your seat accordingly. If you are visiting for the history, arrive early to walk the concourse and look at the photographs and displays that mark the park's long past, including its role in movie history.

Practicals and fit: 30 Buchanan Place, Asheville, just south of downtown; seasonal, spring through early fall; tickets sold online and at the box office. Fit: families, baseball fans, history lovers, couples looking for a casual summer evening and groups on a budget.