Asheville Pinball Museum

Asheville


A veritable time machine, this downtown treat transports gamers back to the much-lamented pinball arcades of yesteryear. With stock ranging from vintage cowboy-and-Indian games up to brand-new Game of Thrones editions, something is certain to flip your flippers. Your admission fee covers unlimited plays, though you may have to wait your turn on popular machines.


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