Attractions & Things To Do in North Carolina
You'll be hard-pressed not to have a great time in North Carolina. Sample the stellar surf that beckons from the beaches of Emerald Isle. Discover the cool rides and refreshing water park at Carowinds near Charlotte. Fish, hike or bike in the Great Smoky Mountains. Read more about these and additional family-friendly North Carolina attractions below.
Great Smoky Mountains National Park
Tons of things to do abound in Great Smoky Mountains National Park. Enjoy everything from auto touring, hiking, biking, and fishing to touring historic buildings, horseback riding, and camping. Waterfalls and wildflowers are practically around every corner of this impressive attraction. For more information, visit http://www.nps.gov/grsm/.
[ Top ]Biltmore House
The 250-room Biltmore House in the Blue Ridge Mountains of Asheville, NC, is America's largest home. Discover the phenomenal gardens, an inviting winery, and a "cozy" 8,000-acre backyard. For more information, visit http://www.biltmore.com/.
[ Top ]Wright Brothers National Memorial
In 1899, Wilbur and Orville Wright came to Kitty Hawk, North Carolina with a dream. Four years later, their dream took flight-literally. Visit this National Memorial that features such fascinating displays as a full-scale reproduction of the 1903 flying machine and a reproduction of the Wright Brothers' first wind tunnel. For more information, visit http://www.nps.gov/wrbr/.
[ Top ]Charlotte Nature Museum
Part of Discovery Place, the Charlotte Nature Museum gives visitors an opportunity to wander among floating butterflies, hang out with a variety of insects, and walk the Paw Paw Nature Trail in a century-old forest. For more information, visit http://www.discoveryplace.org/home/nature_museum-general_info.php.
[ Top ]Emerald Isle
Formerly known as the Bogue Banks Barrier Island, Emerald Isle is an ideal spot for all kinds of water-related recreation. Enjoy swimming, fishing, surfing, snorkeling, scuba diving, boating, windsurfing and kayaking. Land lubbers will enjoy the great shopping and golfing. For more information, visit http://www.emeraldisle-nc.org/.
[ Top ]North Carolina Auto Racing Hall of Fame
Racing fans will surely want to visit this Mooresville, NC, attraction that boasts more than 35 racecars, the Goodyear Mini-Theater, and displays highlighting North Carolina's auto racing history. Don't miss the Art Gallery, which showcases the work of many of the state's top racing artists, such as Garry Hill, Sam Bass and Jeanne Barnes. For more information, visit http://www.ncarhof.com/.
[ Top ]Cape Hatteras National Seashore
Nature lovers will find a lot to love about Cape Hatteras National Seashore. Sandy beaches are often home to nesting sea turtles while deer can be seen taking shelter in the woods. Activities include visiting a lighthouse, collecting seashells, and fishing. For more information, visit http://www.nps.gov/caha/.
[ Top ]Carowinds
Located 15 minutes from Charlotte on more than 100 awesome acres, Carowinds is the place to come for top-notch family entertainment. Experience exciting thrill rides, a wet and wild water park, and spectacular stage shows. For more information, visit http://www.carowinds.com/.
[ Top ]Gold City Gem Mine
This is one gem of an attraction. Spend an hour or the whole day mining for precious gems like sapphires, rubies and emeralds at Gold City Gem Mine in Western North Carolina's Great Smoky Mountains. When you're done, get a free inspection of your stones from a professional jeweler. For more information, visit http://www.goldcityamusement.com/
[ Top ]Blue Ridge Parkway
It's a drive like no other. Totaling 469 miles through the Blue Ridge Mountains of North Carolina, the Blue Ridge Parkway affords travelers breathtaking views of other equally-impressive mountains and nearby valleys. Recreation areas with hiking trails and picnic tables can be enjoyed along the journey. For more information, visit http://www.blueridgeparkway.org/.
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