Pack Square Park: A Lush Urban Oasis in Asheville

Getting There

• Car

  If you are driving to Pack Square Park, start by entering the downtown area of Asheville. Use GPS navigation and input the address '80 Court Plaza, Asheville, NC 28801'. As you approach downtown, look for signs directing you to public parking garages. The closest parking is at the 'Civic Center Parking Garage' located at 87 Haywood Street, Asheville, NC 28801. Parking fees typically range from $1.00 per hour. After parking, it's a short 5-minute walk to Pack Square Park.

• Public Transportation

  For those using public transportation, check the Asheville Transit system. You can catch the 'ART' (Asheville Redefines Transit) bus that routes through downtown. Look for routes that stop at 'Biltmore Ave & College St' or 'Haywood St & College St'; both stops are within a 5-minute walking distance to the park. A one-way fare is $1.00, and you can use a cash or card payment at the time of boarding.

• Walking

  If you are already in the downtown area, Pack Square Park is easily accessible by foot. From locations such as the Asheville Art Museum or the Basilica of Saint Lawrence, simply head towards the center of downtown. The park is located at 80 Court Plaza, marked by its open green spaces and surrounded by historic buildings. It should take no more than 10 minutes to walk to the park from any central downtown location.

• Bicycle

  For the more adventurous, consider cycling to Pack Square Park. Asheville has several bike rental shops, such as 'Asheville B-Cycle'. You can rent a bike for about $4 for a single ride. After renting, navigate to the park by heading towards downtown, where bike lanes are available on many streets. The park is located at 80 Court Plaza, and you can lock your bike at various bike racks placed around the park.